Distributors Finalized Deals for Rinrada: The Influencer
The supernatural horror film secured theatrical distribution rights across key markets in Asia and the Middle East.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Horror
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Distributors have secured rights for the supernatural horror film Rinrada: The Influencer across multiple Asian and Middle Eastern territories. The project, which explores themes of online cruelty, previously premiered at Screamfest.
Why it matters
The broad international distribution rollout reflects a growing demand for regional horror projects that integrate social commentary with supernatural elements. Securing these deals allows the film to reach diverse audiences throughout Southeast Asia and the GCC.
The production team includes director and co-writer Artistaya Arriyawongsa and lead star Yoshi Rinrada. The film was recently unveiled at the Busan International Film Festival's Asian Contents & Film Market.
The players
Yoshi Rinrada
She is the lead actress starring in the horror film Rinrada: The Influencer.
Artistaya Arriyawongsa
She directed and co-wrote the film to explore themes of online harassment.
Autumn Sun Films
This company holds the international world sales rights for the project.
The details
The film focuses on the dark side of internet culture, using supernatural forces to mirror the destructive nature of public shaming. Autumn Sun Films is managing international sales, with local distribution handled by partners including SB Productions, PT Cahaya Sinema Nusantara, Moviecloud, and Empire Entertainment.
Timeline
October 31, 2026: Theatrical opening at Studio City in Macau.
November 2026: Theatrical release in Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei.
Industry Dynamics
The aggressive rollout for this title follows the pattern of successful horror exports circulating through the Busan International Film Festival's Asian Contents & Film Market. This trend emphasizes how regional studios are increasingly leveraging international sales agents to maximize the global footprint of local genre cinema.
Moviegoers in Macau can attend the theatrical premiere at Studio City starting on Halloween. Audiences in Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei will have access to the film in theaters throughout November 2026.
The takeaway
The film demonstrates how modern horror is effectively using digital-age anxieties to attract global distributors. Viewers interested in horror can anticipate wider international availability as the film continues its regional rollout into 2026.
What happens next
The film is scheduled for a theatrical opening at Studio City in Macau on October 31, 2026, followed by releases in Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei in November 2026.
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