The Bhootnii Movie Review – A Wickedly Wild Ride Through Love, Laughter, and the Paranormal | Movies News

Written & Directed by: Sidhaant Sachdev

Cast: Sanjay Dutt, Mouni Roy, Sunny Singh, Palak Tiwari, Nickunj Sharma, Aasif Khan, and more

Duration: 2h10m

Rating: 4/5

Horror-comedy is a tricky genre to pull off, especially when you try weaving in romance, myth, and masala all at once—but The Bhootnii takes the challenge head-on and delivers a riotous, heart-thumping crowd-pleaser. Sidhaant Sachdev crafts a film that’s equal parts spooky and soulful, laced with humor that lands, scares that linger, and characters that genuinely matter. It’s not just a ghost story—it’s a pulpy, paranormal carnival with an emotional edge.

Set in the beautifully eerie St. Vincent College, the story revolves around the mysterious legend of the “Virgin Tree”—a haunted spot that comes alive every Valentine’s Day in search of true love. The spirit’s obsession with affection turns deadly as Holi approaches, and the 27 days in between are filled with spooky encounters, emotional revelations, and laugh-out-loud moments. What really makes this plot zing is Sachdev’s tight grip on pacing and atmosphere. He creates a world where you’re as invested in the characters’ friendships and love stories as you are in the lurking dread that creeps in with every frame.

At the heart of the madness is Sanjay Dutt as ‘Baba’, a paranormal investigator with the grit of a ghostbuster and the swagger of a rockstar. Dutt is magnetic—equal parts hilarious and heroic—delivering his best performance in years. Sunny Singh steps into the shoes of Shantanu with effortless charm, playing the love-struck, unsuspecting protagonist with sincerity and warmth. Palak Tiwari adds heart as Ananya, grounding the story emotionally, while Nickunj Sharma (aka BeYouNick) and Aasif Khan deliver some of the film’s biggest laughs with their impeccable comic timing. Mouni Roy, as the spectral Mohabbat, deserves special mention—her performance is both chilling and strangely heartbreaking, striking the right balance of menace and melancholy.

The film is technically well structured. Santhosh Thundiyil’s cinematography makes even empty corridors feel alive with tension, and the visual effects are nothing short of top-tier. From the eerie movements of the spirit to the transitions between reality and the supernatural, everything is rendered with polish and precision. The editing by Bunty Negi keeps the 2-hour-10-minute runtime zipping along without a dull moment.

And then there’s the music—oh, the music, it delivers! A whole bunch of thumping, electric numbers that elevates every scene. Mahakaal Mahakaali song isn’t just a musical interlude— it is a  cultural firecracker that light up the screen. The background score, too, knows exactly when to creep, when to boom, and when to step aside and let the story breathe.

Dialogue is another high point. Clever, crisp, and sometimes wickedly funny, the writing never talks down to the audience. The characters speak like real people—but with a dash of filmi flair that keeps things light even when the ghostly tension ratchets up.

What makes The Bhootnii a true standout, though, is its emotional core. Beneath the laughs and shrieks is a story about longing, loneliness, and the need to be seen and loved—even by the supernatural. It’s a film that understands the power of storytelling not just to scare, but to connect.

Whether you’re here for the jumps, the jokes, or the jilted ghost, The Bhootnii delivers on all fronts. It’s campy in the best ways, grounded in feeling, and unafraid to go full throttle with its style. A madcap mix of horror and heart, it’s the kind of film that reminds you why we go to the movies: to feel, to laugh, and maybe—even scream.

The Bhootnii is produced by Soham Rockstar Entertainment and Three Dimension Motion Pictures, bringing their signature flair to this genre-bending supernatural adventure. So grab your popcorn, bring your bravest friend, and prepare for a spirited good time. Just… maybe don’t make direct eye contact with the tree.

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