'Demon Hunters': Taiwan-India joint venture set for Cannes premiere
What's the story
The much-awaited Taiwan-India joint venture, Demon Hunters, is set to unveil its first footage at the upcoming Cannes Film Market.
This action-horror-comedy is a collaborative project directed by Chen Mei-Juin, known for The Gangster's Daughter.
The film has been produced by Light House Productions of Taiwan and India's Kleos Entertainment Group, with support from the Taiwanese government.
Star power
'Demon Hunters' features stellar ensemble cast
Demon Hunters boasts a star-studded cast, led by India's Arjan Bajwa, known for his role in the Prime Video series Bestseller, and Taiwan's J.C. Lin from Breaking and Re-entering.
Other notable actors include Regina Lei of Antikalpa, Jack Kao from Seven Killings, and Harry Chan of A Boy and a Girl.
The film's Director of Photography is Tony Cheung, a seasoned Hong Kong professional recognized for his work on Hidden Strike.
Anticipation
Producers and director shared excitement for 'Demon Hunters'
Cindy Shyu from Light House Productions expressed her enthusiasm about Demon Hunters, stating it's "a testament to the power of collaboration."
Gayathiri Guliani from Kleos Entertainment Group echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the film's potential to set a new standard for captivating global content.
Director Chen shared his excitement about creating the film, describing it as an "exhilarating journey" filled with "all the ingredients of a wholesome entertainer."
Actor insights
'And the ride has just begun': Lead actors express joy
Bajwa described his involvement in Demon Hunters as an "incredible experience" and a rewarding opportunity to collaborate with global talent.
His co-star, Lin called the project a "dream come true." "It's been an honor to collaborate with such a talented team from Hong Kong and India and I'm excited for viewers to immerse themselves in the world we've created."
"And the ride has just begun with this unveiling in Cannes," Lin added.