Jawan
A prison warden recruits inmates to commit outrageous crimes that shed light on corruption and injustice - and that lead him to an unexpected reunion.
Directed by Atlee · Action · Crime · Drama · 169 min · 2023
Director
Atlee
Studio
Red Chillies Entertainment
Release
07 Sep 2023
Runtime
169 min
Genres
Action, Crime, Drama
Full Plot
A man with amnesia is found by a tribal group in Northeast India after being thrown off a plane. Thirty years later, he becomes a key figure in Mumbai as an IPS officer who hijacks a train to secure funds for impoverished farmers. The officer's true identity is revealed through his interactions with a passenger and a global arms dealer, leading to a complex web of relationships and alliances.
Cast & Characters
Shah Rukh Khan
Shah Rukh Khan in a dual role as
Captain Vikram Rathore
SSP Azad IPS
teen Azad
Priyansh Vatiani
young Azad
Arijit Gaurav
Aishwarya Rathore, Vikram's late wife and Azad's late mother
Deepika Padukone
Lakshmi
Priyamani
Dr. Eeram
Sanya Malhotra
Did You Know?
Made on an estimated budget of $31.7M, Jawan has grossed $136.7M worldwide — about 4.3x its budget.
Source: TMDb API · verified 2026-08-02
Atlee has directed 5 films in our catalog, including Mersal, Theri.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Shah Rukh Khan appears in 7 films in our catalog, including Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Chak De! India.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Shah Rukh Khan collaborated with Atlee for his film after Zero (2018).
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-06
Atlee retained most of his norm technicians for the film.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-06
The film was made on a budget of 300 crores.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-06
Nayanthara joined the Mumbai schedule on 26 June 2022, after her marriage.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-06
Critical Assessment
Jawan holds 6.9/10 on IMDb (107,507 votes).
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 12, 2026
Where to Watch
United States
United Kingdom
India
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on aggregated scores (6.9/10 on IMDb (107,507 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jawan's IMDb rating?+
Jawan has a 6.9/10 rating on IMDb from 107,507 votes.
Is Jawan good? What are critics saying?+
Jawan holds 6.9/10 on IMDb (107,507 votes).
How long is Jawan?+
Jawan has a runtime of 169 min.
Who directed Jawan?+
Jawan was directed by Atlee.
Where can I watch Jawan?+
Jawan is available to stream, rent, or buy on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Apple TV Store.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Jawan has received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its cast performances, direction, and musical score. Some reviewers have commended the film's timely political message, while others have noted that it is "fashioned as an unabashed massy entertainer". The film has been praised for its action sequences and cinematography, but opinions on its overall impact are divided.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
