Shambhala Story

Shambhala Story is a drama about Tashi, a Tibetan Buddhist monk from Darjeeling, India, who travels to Japan to further his spiritual studies. While there, he forms a bond with a grumpy older man and his granddaughter, Emi, who has recently completed a period of parole. As Tashi integrates into their lives, he and the isolated Emi develop romantic feelings that conflict with his religious commitments.

The film was directed by Toshio Sekine, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Tamaki Fujiwara. The production was a joint effort between India, Japan, and the United States, produced by Sameden Films. The main cast features Mo Tzu-yi in the role of Tashi, Rina Takeda as Emi, and Shōhei Hino as Shuzo, with supporting performances by Pema Dorjee, Nahana, and Gedun Chophel. This feature lasts 108 minutes and was released on July 24, 2026.