If you’re looking for a film that mastered the rare "horror-comedy" genre in Bollywood, look no further than the 2018 hit Stree . Directed by Amar Kaushik, this film managed to be both genuinely spooky and side-splittingly funny, all while delivering a sharp social message.
as Vicky: His comic timing and portrayal of a smitten-yet-scared tailor are top-notch.
Set in the small town of Chanderi, Madhya Pradesh, the story is inspired by the real-life urban legend of "" (meaning "Come Tomorrow"). Every year, during a four-day festival, a mysterious female spirit—known simply as Stree —abducts men at night, leaving only their clothes behind.
Vicky (), a talented local tailor who considers himself the "Manish Malhotra of Chanderi," falls for a mysterious woman ( Shraddha Kapoor ) who appears only during the festival days. As men start disappearing, Vicky’s friends began to suspect his new love interest might actually be the ghost they all fear. The Cast & Performances The film’s strength lies in its incredible ensemble cast:
: Playing a character shrouded in mystery, she keeps the audience guessing until the very end.