Pari is a 2018 Indian horror-thriller film written and directed by Prosit Roy, his directorial debut. The film features Anushka Sharma, Parambrata Chatterjee, Rajat Kapoor, and Ritabhari Chakraborty. The film tells the story of Rukhsana (Sharma), a young woman who is abducted by an evil spirit and held captive for several years. When she finally escapes, she must confront her past and come to terms with her new reality.
Themes
The film explores themes such as love, loss, and redemption. It also deals with the concept of good and evil, and the idea that even the most innocent of people can be corrupted by darkness.
Critical Reception
Pari received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the film for its performances, cinematography and music. Others criticized it for its slow pace, lack of character development and confusing plot.
Box Office Performance
Pari was not a commercial success at the box office. The film grossed ₹20.67 crores (US$2.7 million) worldwide against a production of ₹17 crores (US$2.2 million).