Audiences in Sydney are being encouraged to attend the upcoming press show of Ray, a powerful new film based on the true story of Myanmar’s Spring Revolution and the courage of ordinary people who stood against military dictatorship.
The special screening will take place on 21 June 2026 from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm at the Bryan Brown Theatre in Bankstown.
Set in Myanmar in February 2021, Ray follows the journey of a former gymnast-turned-pageant winner who leaves behind fame and comfort to join the resistance movement against the country’s military regime. The film is based on true events and captures the emotional and human cost of the ongoing conflict.
Created by Burmese revolutionary artists living in exile, the project was developed under extremely difficult circumstances by filmmakers determined to preserve the voices and stories of those affected by the crisis in Myanmar. The creators describe the film not only as a story, but as a reflection of the courage, grief, resilience, and hope of ordinary Burmese civilians.
The film also highlights the important role played by Burmese diaspora communities around the world, including in Australia, who have continued to support the movement through advocacy, fundraising, and awareness initiatives.
Directed by The Khit Nay, the film was produced with the support of executive producers Robert and Sophia Sarkis, alongside producers Naing Aung and Ma Nwe.
The cast includes internationally recognised Burmese actress and former beauty queen Htar Htet Htet, who became a symbol of resistance after publicly joining the anti-coup movement. The film also stars renowned Burmese actors Daung and Min Maw Kun, both of whom have been outspoken supporters of the revolution and have faced persecution for their activism.
Organisers hope the screening will encourage greater awareness and empathy towards the ongoing struggle faced by the people of Myanmar, while also giving audiences an opportunity to support artists who continue to tell these important stories despite displacement and exile.
Community members, film lovers, and supporters of human rights are encouraged to attend what promises to be a moving and thought-provoking event.
