Kooki (film)

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.

The film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2024. The film also premiered at the BVFF in 2023.

Premise
Kooki 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.

Cast

 * 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
 * Ritu Shivpuri as Dr.Priyadarshini Pator

Release
The film was premiered at Cannes on May, 21, 2024. The film was released in cinemas on 28 June 2024.

Reception
Mahpara 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" Ashna Santosh, of Times Now, stated, "Kooki emerges as a poignant cinematic portrayal that transcends mere storytelling to provoke profound introspection."