Roohi received mixed to negative reviews from critics. While Rajkummar Rao’s performance was praised for its comedic timing, the screenplay was often called inconsistent, and the horror elements were considered underdeveloped. On the review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds a score of around 25% based on limited reviews. It was released theatrically on March 11, 2021, after being delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the lukewarm reviews, the film found an audience among fans of Bollywood horror-comedies like Stree (2018), though it failed to replicate that film’s critical or commercial success.
During the 2021 release window, data-efficient formats like became the gold standard for movie enthusiasts. Since Roohi features dark, atmospheric scenes (typical of horror movies) and vibrant, fast-paced dance numbers like "Nadiyon Paar," the HEVC codec ensures that the "visual noise" in dark scenes is minimised while keeping the file light enough for quick downloads. Critical Reception and Legacy
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