Hichki (2018)
▸ Must watch
Hichki is streaming in the UAE on Netflix.
The verdict
Hichki ranks near the top of the current Hindi film crop. It holds a 7.6/10 on TMDB from 165 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. It runs a manageable 116 minutes. In the UAE you can stream it on Netflix.
Should you spend 1h 56m on it?
1h 56m of Hindi drama, leaning comedy. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
- Why
- Currently 7.6/10 from 165 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- you're after something that moves faster than it feels
- Best for
- A normal night, nothing to plan around
Story
After finally landing a teaching job, a kindhearted woman with Tourette Syndrome faces a flawed system to provide an education to her forgotten students.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 56m |
| Genre | Drama / Comedy |
| Language | Hindi |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Siddharth P. Malhotra
Cast
Rani Mukerji
Naina Mathur
Neeraj Kabi
Mr. Wadia
Rohit Saraf
Akshay
Sachin Pilgaonkar
Prabhakar Mathur
Asif Basra
Shyamlal
Jannat Zubair Rahmani
Natasha Khanna
Where to watch in the UAE
Netflix
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Rent or buy
Apple TV StoreApple TV Store
Availability as of 2026-09-20 — platforms may change over time.
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Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Hichki worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 7.6/10 on audience ratings. 1h 56m of Hindi drama, leaning comedy. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
Where can I watch Hichki?
You can stream Hichki in the UAE on Netflix.
When is Hichki releasing on OTT? (OTT release date)
Hichki is already streaming in the UAE on Netflix.
What language is Hichki in?
Hichki is a Hindi film (Drama / Comedy).