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The Bengali film Arundhati (2014), directed by Sujit Mondal, is a fantasy horror-thriller and a remake of the 2009 Telugu film of the same name. It stars Koel Mallick in the titular role, portraying dual characters—Arundhati, a warrior queen, and her reincarnation, Mishti. The storyline revolves around Arundhati's fight against an evil spirit, Rudra, played by Indraneil Sengupta, who has returned to exact revenge on her family.
The movie blends elements of supernatural horror and drama, featuring striking visuals and a gripping narrative of good versus evil. The film was produced by Shree Venkatesh Films and Surinder Films and had music composed by Jeet Gannguli. Released on April 30, 2014, it was praised for its special effects and Koel Mallick's performance, although it received mixed reviews due to its resemblance to the original Telugu version