Rooting for Roona (2020)
Bengali · Documentary · 42 min
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Released 15 Oct 2020
Page updated 23 Sept 2026
Rooting for Roona is streaming in India on Netflix.
The verdict
Ratings on Rooting for Roona stayed too thin to say where this Bengali film lands. It keeps things short at 42 minutes — no heavy commitment required. In India you can stream it on Netflix.
Should you spend 42 minutes on it?
42 minutes of Bengali documentary. Short enough to finish on a weeknight without losing the next morning.
- Skip if
- you'd rather not be taught something tonight
- Best for
- A night you still want to end early
Story
In rural India, a child with hydrocephalus gets a chance at life-changing surgery after her photos go viral. This documentary charts her journey.
Good to know
| Runtime | 42m — short |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | Bengali |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Pavitra Chalam
Where to watch in India
Netflix
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 23 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Rooting for Roona worth watching?
It's too early for a verdict — Rooting for Roona doesn't have enough ratings yet. 42 minutes of Bengali documentary. Short enough to finish on a weeknight without losing the next morning.
Where can I watch Rooting for Roona?
You can stream Rooting for Roona in India on Netflix.
When is Rooting for Roona releasing on OTT? (OTT release date)
Rooting for Roona is already streaming in India on Netflix.
What language is Rooting for Roona in?
Rooting for Roona is a Bengali film (Documentary).
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