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Roohi

Name: Roohi
Director: Hardik Mehta
Released: 2021
Duration: 134 min

Representation Score

7.2/10

Good

2021

Director

Hardik Mehta

Runtime

134 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Roohi excels as a regional story that emphasizes female empowerment within a specific cultural context. Its strength lies in its authentic portrayal of North Indian identity and the subversion of traditional gender roles through its protagonist's journey. However, the film lacks depth in representing LGBTQ+ identities and disability. The absence of such representation limits its broader social scope, keeping the focus on more conventional social structures. Ultimately, while it avoids Western-centric horror clichés, the film remains somewhat tied to traditional social structures without fully challenging them.

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Category Breakdown

Does Roohi have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include explicit LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. Social and romantic dynamics align with traditional heterosexual relationships without exploring diverse gender identities.

How does Roohi portray gender?

Good

Roohi centers on a female protagonist who reclaims her role in the story. She challenges passive domestic roles through her intellectual and creative efforts.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Roohi?

Excellent

The film provides an authentic depiction of North Indian identity. It avoids Western-centric storytelling by using a localized setting and regional cast.

How does Roohi represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative explores the tension between personal passion and community norms. It offers a balanced critique of small-town social structures and traditional constraints.

Does Roohi include disability representation?

Limited

There are no significant characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The plot focuses mainly on psychological and supernatural elements.

Present on Screen

Strong centering of a female protagonist reclaiming her role and voice.
Authentic depiction of North Indian regional identity.
Effective avoidance of Western-centric horror storytelling clichés.

Limited or Absent

Lack of representation for LGBTQ+ identities.
Minimal representation of characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
Limited exploration of broader institutional structures.

Official Synopsis

In a fictional North Indian town, two boys Bhaura and Kattanni are stuck in a forest with Roohi. But there’s an insidious spirit following them with feet turned backwards.

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