Mouni Roy haunts and enchants as 'Mohabbat' in The Bhootni

Mouni Roy’s latest film The Bhootnii has opened to largely positive reviews from critics and audiences. Released on May 1, the supernatural thriller showcases Roy in a hauntingly powerful role as Mohabbat, a vengeful spirit driven by a tragic past.

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Plot Summary

Set on a college campus, The Bhootnii follows the ghostly presence of Mohabbat, whose name—meaning "love"—ironically contrasts with the terror she unleashes. Her emotional arc forms the heart of the narrative, as the film explores how love transforms into destruction when betrayed.

Mouni Roy as Mohabbat: A Career-Defining Role

Roy's performance as Mohabbat has drawn wide acclaim. Critics have lauded her for capturing the spirit’s dual nature—ethereal yet vengeful, loving yet lethal. Her tagline in the film, "Pyaar yaa Pralay" (Love or Destruction), underscores this duality and has resonated strongly with viewers.

Roy documented the demanding nature of the shoot, revealing she spent 45 consecutive days filming with a harness and often hung from treetops for night scenes. Despite the physical challenge, her portrayal has been called one of her most compelling performances to date.

Supporting Cast and Key Performances

Sharing screen space with Bollywood veteran Sanjay Dutt, along with a supporting cast including Sunny Singh, Palak Tiwari, Aasif Khan and BeYounick, who makes his Bollywood debut, Roy holds her own with a performance that balances ethereal menace with tragic vulnerability.

One of the film's most talked-about sequences features an intense face-off between Mouni Roy and Sanjay Dutt's characters, set to the energetic backdrop of Shiv Tandav. This climactic confrontation, praised for its stunning visual effects and emotional weight, has become the highlight of the film, with audiences particularly impressed by the technical execution and the palpable tension between the two powerhouse performers. 

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What’s Next for Mouni Roy?

After The Bhootnii, Roy will appear in another unique avatar in the upcoming film Salahkaar, set for release in 2025. Expectations are high as she continues to push boundaries with her choice of roles.