Mumbai, 06 November (H.S.): Packed with horror and suspense, the film ‘Jhaad Phoonk’ is attracting considerable attention from viewers on the OTT platform JioHotstar. Released on October 30, the film is currently trending at the second position on the platform, behind the English-language film ‘Obsession’, while securing the top spot among Hindi films. Set against the backdrop of a forest, a mysterious mansion and supernatural occurrences, the film offers viewers an unsettling blend of fear and suspense.

The story follows Aastha, whose life takes an unexpected turn in the hills of Uttarakhand. Following a road accident, pregnant Aastha takes refuge in an unfamiliar mansion. The family living there initially appears welcoming and helpful, but strange and inexplicable incidents soon begin to unfold inside the house. Meanwhile, her companion suddenly goes missing. Torn between protecting her unborn child and searching for her missing companion, Aastha finds herself caught in a web of mysteries. The unusual behaviour of the mansion’s residents and the disturbing events taking place in the surrounding forest steadily intensify the suspense.

Directed by Rajan Ramgopal Verma, the film features Yashpal Sharma, Padmini Kolhapure, Sumbul Touqeer Khan, Harsh Rajput and Apratim Singh in prominent roles. Sumbul brings Aastha’s fear and emotional turmoil to life, while Yashpal Sharma lends the narrative a compelling presence through his powerful performance. Padmini Kolhapure and the other cast members also contribute to building the film’s atmosphere of mystery and suspense.

Produced under the banner of Niiv Entertainment India Private Limited, the film has been produced by Shailesh Parihaar, with Vrunda Brahmbhatt serving as co-producer.

Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar