Kulyas 2: Zikr-i Ayin (Film)

Kulyas 2: Zikr-i Âyin is a 2025 Turkish-American horror film directed by Yunus Şevik. The film centers on Helen, who, in her quest to win back her beloved, turns to forbidden magic and inadvertently awakens the ancient curse of the Kulyas demons.

Plot

The story traces its origins to the 18th century, when Russian Tsar Nicholas commissioned the construction of the Katerina Köşkü in Kars for his ailing son. Helen, the heir to this centuries-old curse, seeks the help of a sorcerer to perform forbidden rituals in order to reclaim her lover. However, these rituals reawaken the Kulyas demons’ enduring curse and open a portal between dimensions. As her beloved is plunged into a series of disasters, Helen finds herself at the heart of the terrifying events. To escape the curse that has tainted her blood, Helen seeks refuge in a dergâh in Kars, where she is forced to join forces with Mustafa Hoca and Yavuz to wage war against the demons.

Thematic Structure

• Historical Origins and Curse: The film traces a curse spanning from the 18th century to the present, integrating historical locations and events into its narrative.
• Forbidden Magic and Demons: The story employs elements such as forbidden rituals and demon ceremonies to explore the classic theme of demonic possession.
• Geographical Scope: The plot unfolds across diverse locations including Istanbul, Kars, and the United States, expanding the story’s scope and giving it an international dimension.

Production and Release Information

Kulyas 2: Zikr-i Âyin is a Turkish-American co-production directed and produced by Yunus Şevik. The screenplay was written by Esma Şevik and Mustafa Miraç Kaya. The film was produced by Dras Film Pictures and İlka Yapım, with distribution handled by A90 Pictures. It was released in theaters on August 8, 2025, and has a runtime of 78 minutes.

Cast

• Seda Başayvaz
• Can Yavuz
• Cihan Yıldız
• Muharrem Fındıcak
• Fatih Uçar
• Aynur Mutlucan
• Gül Arslan

Box Office Performance

Kulyas 2: Zikr-i Âyin reached 10,411 viewers during its opening weekend, generating ₺2,311,831 in revenue. After one week, it had accumulated a total of 19,414 viewers and ₺4,031,974 in box office earnings.