Disha Patani Calls International Debut ‘Thrilling and Terrifying’ as The Portal of Force Trailer Drops
Actress says working on her first global project pushed her creatively while introducing her to a large-scale supernatural cinematic universe
MUMBAI — Disha Patani has officially stepped into international cinema with the release of the trailer for The Portal of Force, a supernatural action drama that marks the beginning of a new fantasy franchise.
Speaking about the project, Disha described the experience of working on her first international film as both “thrilling and terrifying,” adding that the opportunity challenged her creatively and expanded her perspective as an actor.
“Stepping into my first international outing was both thrilling and terrifying, but the scope to explore the craft was massive,” Disha said. “Working with an experienced, diverse cast was an education in itself.”
The actress added that the experience reinforced her belief that storytelling goes beyond borders and language.
“You realise storytelling transcends language and geography — honesty on screen is universal,” she said. “I’ve always loved action, and bringing what I’ve learned on home turf to a global platform feels incredibly empowering.”
In the film, Disha plays Jessica, a central figure caught between two ancient supernatural factions known as the Statiguards and the Holiguards. According to the trailer, Jessica is portrayed as “the Chosen One” — the daughter of rival leaders from both sides and a key figure capable of deciding the fate of the warring worlds.
The preview features large-scale fantasy visuals, supernatural transformations, and high-energy combat sequences, with Disha performing several action scenes.
The Portal of Force is the first installment in the “Statiguards vs Holiguards” saga, a cinematic universe created by Lado Okhotnikov.
The ensemble cast also includes Hollywood actors Kevin Spacey, Dolph Lundgren, and Tyrese Gibson.
Apart from her international debut, Disha is also set to appear in the upcoming Bollywood sequel Awarapan 2 alongside Emraan Hashmi. The film is being directed by Nitin Kakkar. (Source: IANS)
