Jodhaa Akbar (2008)
▸ Worth a watch
Jodhaa Akbar is streaming in the UAE on Shahid VIP.
The verdict
Jodhaa Akbar is a dependable Hindi film — it does what it sets out to do. It holds a 7.3/10 on TMDB from 289 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. At 213 minutes it's a long sit, so save it for when you've got the evening. In the UAE you can stream it on Shahid VIP.
Should you spend 3h 33m on it?
3h 33m of Hindi romance with a history streak. At this length it's the whole evening's plan, not something to slot in after dinner.
- Why
- 7.3/10 from 289 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want something you can finish before a reasonable bedtime
- Best for
- A night with nothing after it
Story
A sixteenth century love story about a marriage of alliance that gave birth to true love between a Mughal emperor and a Rajput princess.
Good to know
| Runtime | 3h 33m — long |
| Genre | Romance / History |
| Language | Hindi |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Ashutosh Gowariker
Cast
Hrithik Roshan
Jalaluddin Mohammad Akbar
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
Rajkumari Jodhaa Bai
Sonu Sood
Rajkumar Sujamal
Kulbhushan Kharbanda
Raja Bharmal
Suhasini Mulay
Rani Padmavati
Raza Murad
Shamsuddin Atka Khan
Where to watch in the UAE
Shahid VIP
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 2026-09-21 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Jodhaa Akbar worth watching?
Worth a watch. It rates 7.3/10 on audience ratings. 3h 33m of Hindi romance with a history streak. At this length it's the whole evening's plan, not something to slot in after dinner.
Where can I watch Jodhaa Akbar?
You can stream Jodhaa Akbar in the UAE on Shahid VIP.
When is Jodhaa Akbar releasing on OTT? (OTT release date)
Jodhaa Akbar is already streaming in the UAE on Shahid VIP.
What language is Jodhaa Akbar in?
Jodhaa Akbar is a Hindi film (Romance / History).