Paheli (2005)
Audiences are lukewarm on it.
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Paheli is streaming in India on Netflix.
What the audience says
Paheli sits squarely in the middle of the pack — watchable, and just as easily forgettable. It holds a 6.1/10 on TMDB from 107 ratings, right around average territory. It runs a manageable 141 minutes. In India you can stream it on Netflix.
Should you spend 2h 21m on it?
2h 21m of Hindi romance, leaning drama, fine for the whole family. Long enough that it wants your full attention rather than a second screen.
- Why
- 6.1/10 across 107 ratings — a middling reception, so this one depends on whether the premise appeals to you.
- Skip if
- you find romantic plots hard to invest in
- Best for
- A weekend watch with the family
Story
Kishanlal marries the beautiful Lachchi, but the day after the wedding, he leaves on business for five years. When Kishanlal reappears only a few days later, Lachchi is delighted, but this new Kishanlal is in fact a spirit who has taken the form of Lachchi's husband, after having seen her by chance and fallen in love with her. Four years later, the real Kishanlal returns and the townsfolk must determine who is who.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 21m |
| Watch with family? | U · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Romance / Drama |
| Language | Hindi |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Amol Palekar
Cast
Where to watch in India
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 18 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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