The poster of the film ‘The Eye’.
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Shruti Haasan is set to make her international debut as a leading lady in the British psychological thriller The Eye, directed by Daphne Schmon. The film will have its India premiere as the opening feature of the 5th Wench Film Festival, founded by Sapna Bhavnani. The festival takes place from February 27 to March 2, 2025.
The Eye tells the haunting story of Diana (played by Shruti Haasan), who journeys to the remote island where her husband Felix (Mark Rowley) drowned, seeking closure by scattering his ashes. However, her grief soon turns to intrigue when she learns of the mysterious Evil Eye ritual—an ancient practice that might bring Felix back but demands a dark and unsettling sacrifice.
The film was shot on location in Athens and Corfu, harnessing the atmospheric beauty of Greece to heighten the film’s eerie and suspenseful tone, said the makers in a statement. The Eye was screened at the London Independent Film Festival and the Greek International Film Festival. The film is produced by Fingerprint Content.
“Psychological thrillers have always been a genre that fascinates me. To be part of a story that dives deep into human emotions, grief, and the supernatural is incredibly exciting,” said Shruti Haasan. “Besides the fact that the film has a riveting storyline and top-notch production quality, what makes this project even more special is that it was created under an all-women-led production house, which aligns with my passion for supporting women in the film industry.”
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Talking about The Eye, director Daphne Schmon said, “The film is both a love letter to Corfu, the island where my family is from, and an exploration of the dark psychological impulses surrounding grief. The story demanded an actor who could embody its emotional depth and complexity, and Shruti Haasan was the perfect fit.”
Here is the trailer of the film:
Published – February 26, 2025 05:24 pm IST
