Jodhaa Akbar (2008)
DirectorAshutosh Gowariker
StarringHrithik Roshan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Sonu Sood, Kulbhushan Kharbanda
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Best for: Viewers who enjoy epic historical romances with lavish period detail and a long, unhurried runtime.
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Jodhaa Akbar story (no spoilers)
Set in the sixteenth century, Jodhaa Akbar tells the story of a marriage of alliance between Mughal emperor Jalaluddin Mohammad Akbar and Rajput princess Jodhaa Bai. What begins as a political union gradually gives birth to true love, as the two navigate their different backgrounds and the expectations placed upon them. The film blends romance, history and drama, carrying the tagline 'Love knows no religion.'
Should you watch Jodhaa Akbar?
Watch it for
- Hrithik Roshan plays Mughal emperor Jalaluddin Mohammad Akbar opposite Aishwarya Rai Bachchan as Rajkumari Jodhaa Bai, with Sonu Sood as Rajkumar Sujamal and Kulbhushan Kharbanda as Raja Bharmal.
- Director Ashutosh Gowariker (Lagaan) mounts a 213-minute historical romance, giving the Mughal-Rajput alliance room to unfold at length.
- A.R. Rahman composed the music for this Hindi-Urdu period drama.
- The film is a Romance/History/Drama with a UA certificate, built around a marriage of alliance that becomes true love.
Skip it if
- You have no patience for a 213-minute runtime; this is a long, slow-burn historical drama.
- You want fast-paced action rather than a romance built on political alliance and courtly negotiation.
- You prefer films that avoid period costumes and royal settings.
Jodhaa Akbar cast
Hrithik Roshanas Jalaluddin Mohammad Akbar
Aishwarya Rai Bachchanas Rajkumari Jodhaa Bai
Sonu Soodas Rajkumar Sujamal
Kulbhushan Kharbandaas Raja Bharmal
Suhasini Mulayas Rani Padmavati
Raza Muradas Shamsuddin Atka Khan
Rajesh Vivekas Chugtai Khan
Pramod Mouthoas Todar Mal
Ila Arunas Maham Anga
Digvijay Purohitas Raj Bhagwant DasJodhaa Akbar movie details
| Director | Ashutosh Gowariker |
|---|---|
| Writer | Ashutosh Gowariker, Haidar Ali |
| Music | A.R. Rahman |
| Cinematography | Kiran Deohans |
| Producer | Ashutosh Gowariker, Ronnie Screwvala |
| Release date | 13 February 2008 |
| Runtime | 3h 33m (213 minutes) |
| Original language | Hindi |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Hindi, Urdu |
| Original title | जोधा अकबर |
| Certificate (India) | UA |
| Budget | $5.8 million (approx.) |
| Worldwide box office | $28.7 million (approx.) |
Parental guide: is Jodhaa Akbar family friendly?
This is a general guide based on the UA certificate and the romance/history/drama genres; the film is a period romance with mild battle and court intrigue. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Jodhaa Akbar official trailer
Our verdict
Jodhaa Akbar is a handsome, patient historical romance that leans on the chemistry between Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and on A.R. Rahman's music. At 213 minutes it asks a lot of your evening, and the political maneuvering can feel slow if you are not in the mood for a long period drama. Still, for fans of Ashutosh Gowariker's brand of sweeping Hindi cinema, it is a solid, well-mounted watch.
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Where can I watch Jodhaa Akbar online in India?
Jodhaa Akbar is available on Amazon Prime Video in India, including an Amazon Prime Video with Ads option. It is not listed as free to stream on major Indian OTT platforms.
When was Jodhaa Akbar released?
Jodhaa Akbar was released on 13 February 2008, with a theatrical release in India on 15 February 2008.
Who is in the cast of Jodhaa Akbar?
Hrithik Roshan plays Jalaluddin Mohammad Akbar and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan plays Rajkumari Jodhaa Bai. The cast also includes Sonu Sood as Rajkumar Sujamal, Kulbhushan Kharbanda as Raja Bharmal, Suhasini Mulay as Rani Padmavati, Raza Murad as Shamsuddin Atka Khan, Poonam Sinha as Mallika Hamida Banu Begum and Rajesh Vivek as Chugtai Khan.
Who directed Jodhaa Akbar?
Jodhaa Akbar was directed by Ashutosh Gowariker.
What is the runtime and certificate of Jodhaa Akbar?
Jodhaa Akbar runs 213 minutes and has a UA certificate in India.
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