Roohi

Roohi is a feminine given name used in South Asia, particularly among Hindi- and Urdu-speaking communities. The name is sometimes linked to the word rooh, meaning soul or spirit, and is found in various cultural contexts as an individual name. It has also been used as a title in Indian popular culture.

Roohi (film) is a 2021 Indian Hindi-language horror-comedy directed by Hardik Mehta and produced by Maddock Films. The film stars Janhvi Kapoor as Roohi, with Rajkummar Rao and Varun Sharma in leading roles. The plot centers on a shapeshifting demon that impersonates a young woman named Roohi in a rural town, drawing two men into a tangled situation while blending elements of humor with horror. The film fits within the broader trend of contemporary Indian cinema that mixes genres to appeal to varied audiences.

Reception and release: Roohi received mixed reviews from critics, who praised the performances and comic moments but offered cautious notes about pacing and tonal balance. It was released in theatres in 2021, a period marked by ongoing pandemic-related disruptions and changing exhibition dynamics, which influenced its box office performance and audience turnout.