Tehran hits Netflix: Can John Abraham's ZEE5 film capture a global audience?

John Abraham's geopolitical thriller film Tehran, which was a direct-to-OTT release on Zee5, is now out on Netflix, but can it reach a global audience?

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After its grand premiere on Zee5 (OTTplay Premium), John Abraham's Tehran is now streaming on Netflix. The movie, based on the aftermath of Delhi's Parliament House attacks in 2012, aims to reach a global audience with the move. Will the John Abraham starrer really attract people from 190 countries though, is the question.

Tehran now out on Netflix

Tehran has now released on Netflix. The movie, which started streaming on Zee5 from August 14 to mark Independence Day, has now released on Netflix on August 27, which marks the beginning of Indian festival, Ganesh Chaturthi.

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What is Tehran all about?

Tehran is the story of Special Cell officer ACP Rajeev Kumar (John Abraham) who went undercover in Tehran but was exposed. Owing to this, India deserted him. He now finds himself in the midst of betrayal, spies, and political agendas.

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Who plays what in Tehran?

Apart from John Abraham in the role of ACP Rajeev Kumar, Neeru Bajwa plays Sheilaja, Manushi Chhillar is seen in the role of SI Divya Rana. The supporting starcast includes Madhurima Tuli as Rajeev Kumar's wife Vandana, Alyy Khan as Neeraj, and Elnaaz Norouzi as Layla.

Do you think Tehran can connect with the global audiences? We'd know soon!

FAQs:

Q: When did Tehran release on ZEE5?

A: Tehran premiered on ZEE5 on August 14, 2025.

Q: When will Tehran be available on Netflix?

A: The film will stream on Netflix from August 26, 2025.

Q: Who stars in Tehran?

A3: The film features John Abraham, Neeru Bajwa, Manushi Chhillar, Madhurima Tuli, Alyy Khan, and Elnaaz Norouzi.

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