The movie The Diplomat, starring John Abraham in the lead role, was released in theaters on March 14, 2025. The film is a thrilling drama with a runtime of 2 hours and 10 minutes. Directed by Shivam Nair, the story was written by Ritesh Shah.
Key Cast and Reception
John Abraham is joined by a talented cast, including Sadia, Pradeep Shukla, Jagjeet Sandhu, Ashwat Bhatt, and Sharib Hashmi. The movie’s plot has been well-received by the audience, earning an impressive 7.9 rating on IMDb.
No Leaks, Big Anticipation
Unlike most films that get leaked shortly after their theatrical release, The Diplomat has remained under wraps. This has increased the anticipation for its OTT release, with fans eagerly waiting to watch it from the comfort of their homes. The film was produced by Krishna Kumar, Bhushan Kumar, and John Abraham, and distributed by Panorama Studios.
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The Diplomat’s Storyline
The film begins with Uzma Ahmed, a woman who goes to the Indian Embassy in Pakistan to prove her identity as an Indian citizen. Uzma has been suffering from severe mental and physical abuse at the hands of her husband, Tahir.
At first, the embassy staff is suspicious, believing Uzma might be a terrorist or an ISI agent. However, as the investigation progresses, all her claims and proofs turn out to be true. She is granted asylum at the embassy.
The plot takes a twist when Tahir, Uzma’s husband, accuses Indian diplomat JP Singh of illegally detaining Uzma at the embassy. This claim starts to damage India’s reputation internationally, and JP has only three weeks to clear his name before Uzma’s visa expires. Will JP manage to expose the truth in time? You’ll need to watch the film to find out.
Budget and Box Office
The film has already performed well at the box office, earning around ₹28 to ₹30 crore, surpassing its budget of ₹20 crore. This success makes the movie profitable for its producers.
The Diplomat OTT Release Date and Platform
Netflix has acquired the OTT rights for The Diplomat, which means it will soon be available for streaming. While the movie was released in theaters only recently, it is expected to be available on Netflix by June 2025. As soon as there’s a confirmed release date, we will update you.
Stay tuned for more updates!
