Raat(1992)
'Raat' (1992) is a Hindi supernatural horror film directed by Ram Gopal Varma. The lead cast includes Revathi, Rohini Hattangadi, Om Puri, and Akash Khurana. The story follows Mini Sharma, a young woman who becomes possessed by an evil spirit after her family moves into a new house. The film is notable for its atmospheric tension, effective use of sound design, and Revathi's acclaimed performance. It marked a departure from the campy horror films popular in Bollywood at the time. 'Raat' was released in 70mm with stereophonic sound and has since gained a cult following. It is available for streaming on Eros Now.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- SonyLiv, Prime Video, Zee5, Eros Now
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1992
- Director
- Ram Gopal Varma
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 7m
- Rating
- 5.8/10
Storyline
Mini Sharma and her family move into a new house hoping for a fresh start. But strange events begin immediately. Mini starts having terrifying nightmares and hallucinations. Soon, an evil spirit takes control of her body. Her family must find a way to save her before the spirit destroys them all.
“The night that never ends.”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Raat
Cast reunions in this film: Rohini Hattangadi & Om Puri (6 films together), Revathi & Ram Gopal Varma (3 films together), Ram Gopal Varma & Chinna (3 films together), Ram Gopal Varma & Rohini Hattangadi (3 films together), Revathi & Om Puri (2 films together), and Ram Gopal Varma & Akash Khurana (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was inspired by a real-life experience where director Ram Gopal Varma felt a strange presence in a friend's house.
- It was the first Hindi horror film to be shot almost entirely at night, using minimal lighting to create a creepy atmosphere.
- The movie's eerie background score was created using unconventional sounds like creaking doors and animal noises.
- Actress Revathi, who played Shalini Sharma, was initially hesitant to take on a horror role but was convinced by the script.
- The film's low budget forced the crew to use practical effects, like a real kitten for the 'dead kitten' scenes.
- Despite being a cult classic now, 'Raat' had a very limited theatrical release and initially performed poorly at the box office.
- Director Ram Gopal Varma considers 'Raat' his most personal film and the foundation for his later horror works like 'Bhoot'.