A common concern among creators in the Hindi film industry is the struggle to secure a streaming platform for their films. However, John Abraham’s latest film Tehran breaks that pattern, having found its initial OTT home on ZEE5 and now it has landed on another major platform.
Which other platform is this?
After premiering on ZEE5 on August 14, John Abraham’s political thriller Tehran, directed by Arun Gopalan and produced by Maddock Films, is now also streaming on Netflix India from August 27, making it a rare dual-platform release. The movie features John Abraham in the lead role, supported by a talented cast including Manushi Chhillar, Neeru Bajwa, and Madhurima Tuli along with the supporting cast which includes Alyy Khan, Elnaaz Norouzi, Dinkar Sharma, Quashik Mukherjee, Ido Samuel, Ashwin Kaushal, Sushil Khatri, Hadi Khanjanpour, Allon Sylvain and Farhad Kholgi in pivotal roles.
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What is the storyline of Tehran?
It is a gripping political action thriller inspired by real-life geopolitical events, particularly the 2012 Israeli diplomat attack in New Delhi. The storyline follows ACP Rajeev Kumar (played by John Abraham), an Indian intelligence officer, who embarks on a high-stakes mission across India, Iran, and Israel. Rajeev finds himself entangled in a web of international conspiracies, espionage, and betrayals as tensions rise between nations. His journey uncovers hidden agendas and tests his loyalties as he races against time to prevent a global conflict. The film explores themes of nationalism, diplomacy, and personal sacrifice, blending action with a tight, suspenseful narrative.
How was the reception on Zee5?
On Zee5, Tehran opened to decent viewership, especially among fans of political thrillers. While some felt the narrative could have been tighter, many appreciated the real-world relevance and the film’s bold geopolitical theme, due to which it has bagged the rating of 6.7 on IMDb.
Story Highlights
- Inspired by true events, Tehran revolves around the 2012 Israeli diplomat attack in New Delhi and builds a fictional yet intense spy-thriller around it.
- John Abraham plays ACP Rajeev Kumar, an Indian intelligence officer on a covert mission that spans India, Iran, and Israel.
- The film is layered with espionage, betrayal, and global politics, presenting a race-against-time narrative to stop an international crisis.
- Strong performances, especially by John Abraham, along with a tense political backdrop, offer realism and relevance to modern global affairs.
Tehran stands out for its timely and bold storytelling, connecting fictional drama with actual international events. Now streaming on both Zee5 and Netflix, the film appeals to fans of action thrillers with a political edge.
