The documentary "The Cycle Of Love" has secured a U.S. theatrical distribution deal with Variance Films for August 2026 [1].
The film brings international attention to the true story of PK Mahanandia, highlighting themes of perseverance and romantic devotion on a global scale.
Directed by Orlando von Einsiedel and executive produced by Priyanka Chopra-Jonas, the film follows Mahanandia, who was 23 years old [1] when he embarked on his journey. The street artist from Delhi biked 6,000 miles [1] to reach Sweden for love.
Variance Films will handle the theatrical release in the U.S. starting in August 2026 [1]. For the rest of the world, Dogwoof is managing overseas sales, which include territories in the United Kingdom, and broader Europe [2].
The production is slated for a European premiere at CPH:DOX this year [2]. The project aims to share Mahanandia's specific experience with a wider audience through these distribution agreements.
Von Einsiedel said, "I hope it reminds us that most people ..." [2].
Dogwoof's involvement ensures the film reaches various European markets, while the Variance Films deal establishes a footprint in North American cinemas [1, 2].
“The documentary follows a Delhi street artist who biked 6,000 miles to Sweden for love.”
The securing of both U.S. and European distribution suggests strong commercial confidence in the film's cross-cultural appeal. By pairing a high-profile executive producer like Priyanka Chopra-Jonas with specialized distributors like Variance and Dogwoof, the production is positioned to transition a niche human-interest story into a mainstream global cinematic release.
