The Hindi film ‘Rahu Ketu’ was released theatrically on January 16, 2026. The film is directed by Vipul Vig and is positioned in the comedy genre, incorporating elements drawn from mythological imagination.
The narrative is set in a small town in Himachal Pradesh and centres on Churu Lal Sharma, a writer portrayed by Manu Rishi Chadha, who is shown struggling with his writing and personal circumstances. The story introduces a mysterious character referred to as Fufaji, played by Piyush Mishra, who possesses a diary described as having magical properties. From this diary emerge two characters, Rahu and Ketu, portrayed by Varun Sharma and Pulkit Samrat respectively.
Within the film’s storyline, Rahu and Ketu appear in human form and are depicted as figures tasked with addressing wrongdoing and maintaining a balance between good and evil. The plot framework draws on references associated with folklore, religious texts, and moral narratives, presenting the idea of ethical accountability through a fictionalised, contemporary setting.
Pulkit Samrat is cast in the role of Ketu, while Varun Sharma plays Rahu. The film also features Piyush Mishra as Fufaji, along with Amit Sial, Sumit Gulati, Shalini Pandey, and Chunky Panday in supporting roles. The interactions between the central characters form a significant part of the film’s narrative progression.
Rahu Ketu was filmed across locations in Himachal Pradesh. The technical aspects include a background score designed to align with the film’s narrative tone. The film also includes a title track, which references the term ‘Paapi’. Editing and music are presented as part of the overall production framework.
The film is directed and written by Vipul Vig, who has previously been associated with the Fukrey franchise. Rahu Ketu is positioned as a family-oriented release and combines situational comedy with mythological concepts within its storyline.
