Kooki is a 2024 Indian Hindi-language drama film produced by Niri Media Opc Private Limited and starring Ritisha Khaund, Rajesh Tailang, Dipannita Sharma, Devoleena Bhattacharjee and Ritu Shivpuri.[1][2][3]
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| Directed by | Pranab J Deka |
| Story by | Dr Junmoni Devi Khaund |
| Produced by | Dr Junmoni Devi Khaund |
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| Edited by | Jhulan Krishna Mahanta |
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Production company | Niri Media Opc Private Limited |
| Distributed by | Jai Viratra Entertainment Limited |
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Running time | 115 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
The film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2024.[4][5] The film also premiered at the BVFF in 2023.[6][7]
Premise
editKooki is a 16-year-old girl whose life and promising future are shattered by a tragic incident. The court's verdict fails to provide her with the justice she seeks, leaving her feeling betrayed and abandoned as a victim.[8]
Cast
edit- Ritisha Khaund as Kooki
- Rajesh Tailang as Dhanajay Mishra
- Rina Rani as Suman Mishra
- Dipannita Sharma as S.P. Mandira Singh
- Bodhisattva Sharma as Saptrishi
- Devoleena Bhattacharjee as Navnita[9]
- Ritu Shivpuri as Dr.Priyadarshini Pator
Release
editThe film was premiered at Cannes on May, 21, 2024.[10] The film was released in cinemas on 28 June 2024.[11][12]
Reception
editMahpara Kabir, of ABP News ,rated 3/5 stars and wrote, "Kooki is a strong film with a striking dialogue asking why rape isn't considered the most heinous crime"[13] Ashna Santosh, of Times Now, stated, "Kooki emerges as a poignant cinematic portrayal that transcends mere storytelling to provoke profound introspection."[14]
References
edit- ^ "Kooki (2023)". The A.V. Club. Retrieved 30 June 2024.
- ^ "Hindi Cinema 'Kooki' movie promises to be a powerhouse of fine arts showcasing Assam's green beauty". India Today NE. 18 September 2023. Retrieved 8 May 2024.
- ^ "Kooki (2024)". Letterboxd. Retrieved 30 June 2024.
- ^ Bureau, The Hindu (11 May 2024). "'Kooki': Hindi film from Assam to be screened at Cannes Film Festival". The Hindu. Retrieved 30 June 2024.
{{cite news}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ^ Karmakar, Sumir (11 May 2024). "Assam's Hindi feature film Kooki to be screened at Cannes Film Festival on May 21". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 30 June 2024.
- ^ "8th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival Lights Up Guwahati with Grand Opening Ceremony". The Week. PTI. Retrieved 30 June 2024.
- ^ "8th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival begins in Guwahati". ThePrint. PTI. 14 December 2023. Retrieved 30 June 2024.
- ^ "Devoleena Bhattacharjee to play a journalist in her upcoming film 'Kooki'". Free Press Journal. Retrieved 8 May 2024.
- ^ "Media Maiden: Devoleena Bhattacharjee Turns Journalist For Upcoming Movie 'Kooki'". Outlook India. 16 June 2022. Retrieved 8 May 2024.
- ^ "Cannes 2024: Assam's Feature Film Kooki To Be Screened At The Film Festival Ahead Of Official Release". NDTV. IANS. 11 May 2024. Retrieved 30 June 2024.
- ^ Karmakar, Sumir (22 May 2024). "Assam-made Hindi movie 'Kooki', portraying plight of a rape victim, screened at Cannes, gets praise from global audience". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 30 June 2024.
- ^ "Hindi film 'Kooki' infused with Assamese art and culture set to premiere on June 28 in India, Nepal". India Today NE. 9 June 2024. Retrieved 30 June 2024.
- ^ Kabir, Mahpara (28 June 2024). "Kooki Review: Devoleena Bhattacharjee Film Based On A Rape Victim Arouses A Serious Discussion". ABP News. Retrieved 30 June 2024.
- ^ Santosh, Ashna (28 June 2024). "Kooki Movie Review: Ritisha Khaund, Devoleena's Emotionally Charged Film Sparks Serious Discussion". Times Now. Retrieved 30 June 2024.
External links
edit- Kooki at IMDb
- Kooki at Bollywood Hungama
- Kooki at Times Of India