Another spelling of bhoot; a ghost, spirit, or supernatural being in South Asian folklore and Hindu/Muslim traditions.
Alternative spelling of bhoot, from Sanskrit भूत (bhūta) meaning 'past' or 'that which has been'. Used interchangeably with bhoot in English texts about South Asian culture.
The bhut appears in everything from ancient Sanskrit texts to modern Bollywood horror films—showing how a single folklore concept stayed culturally relevant for over 2,000 years by constantly adapting to new media.
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