In astrology and spiritual traditions, Rahu and Ketu represent the eternal struggle between material desires and spiritual liberation, as well as our individual karma. Pulkit Samrat and Varun Sharma play Rahu & Ketu respectively in this latest release this week. From its title itself – Rahu Ketu, the film signals a blend of mythology and comedy, and that is exactly what it delivers. The story revolves around two friends, Rahu (Varun Sharma) and Ketu (Pulkit Samrat), who live in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh. Wherever they go, trouble follows. They unintentionally create chaos and unintentionally ruin people’s plans, earning a reputation in the village as “bad luck.” However, their strange actions end up exposing corruption and revealing the dark secrets of powerful individuals within the system.
Writer-director Vipul Vig, known for the Fukrey franchise, attempts to weave mythology and simplicity into a light-hearted narrative. The film is almost child-friendly, with Pulkit Samrat playing Ketu and Varun Sharma as Rahu. While watching Rahu Ketu, you’ll often be reminded of Fukrey — which is no surprise, given the same creative mind is behind both.
This film feels designed for a family audience and can be enjoyed with children, as mythology is woven into the storyline in an engaging way. It explains how Rahu and Ketu came into existence and subtly teaches that instead of fearing them, we should understand the concept of karma. At times the film makes you laugh, and at others, it encourages reflection.
The story imagines what would happen if Rahu and Ketu entered your life, reminded you of your sins, and caused mayhem. What makes it more intriguing is that their actions are not driven by free will, but by an unseen divine force meant to punish evil and restore goodness. This reflects the core belief of many folk tales and religious texts — no matter how powerful evil appears, it is always punished, and goodness ultimately prevails.
Pulkit Samrat delivers a strong performance as Ketu, while Varun Sharma shines as Rahu. Shalini Pandey is impressive in her role, and Chunky Panday stands out in the negative role with a striking screen presence.
Overall, Rahu Ketu offers a mix of karma, comedy, and chaos, though it occasionally loses balance. If you enjoy films like Fukrey, you’ll likely appreciate this one for its humor and positive message.
Rahu Ketu
3.5