stree

Stree is a 2018 Indian Hindi-language comedy horror film directed by Amar Kaushik. The film is produced by Dinesh Vijan and Raj Nidimoru & Krishna D.K. under their respective banners Maddock Films and D2 Entertainment. Stree stars Rajkummar Rao, Shraddha Kapoor, Pankaj Tripathi, Aparshakti Khurana, and Abhishek Banerjee.

The story is set in Chanderi, a small town in Madhya Pradesh, which is plagued by the legend of a female spirit named Stree who abducts men at night. The film follows Vicky (Rao), a tailor who becomes the target of Stree. He enlists the help of his friends and a local librarian, who is mysteriously drawn to him, to uncover the truth behind the legend and protect himself and the town.

Stree received critical acclaim for its unique blend of horror and comedy, its strong performances, and its witty script. The film was also a commercial success, grossing over ₹1.8 billion worldwide. It is often praised for its feminist undertones and its subversion of typical horror tropes. The film's success led to discussions about a potential sequel or spin-off in the same universe.