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Rajkummar Rao’s ‘Shahid’ Streams After 13 Years on Amazon Prime Video
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 04:38 AM
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The biopic ‘Shahid’, starring Rajkummar Rao, is finally available on Amazon Prime Video after a 13‑year wait, marking a significant return for the film.
The biographical drama ‘Shahid’, which chronicles the life of lawyer and activist Shahid Azmi, premiered at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival and earned critical acclaim. After a 13‑year gap, the film has now been added to Amazon Prime Video, making it accessible to a wider audience.
Amazon’s decision to stream the title aligns with its strategy to acquire high‑profile Indian content. The move allows viewers who missed the limited theatrical run to experience the film’s powerful narrative.
Rajkummar Rao, who portrays Azmi, expressed enthusiasm about the release, noting that the film’s themes of justice and freedom remain relevant today. He thanked the platform for bringing the story to a broader audience.
The release has sparked discussion among viewers and critics alike. Film critic Apurva Arani questioned the timing, asking “why now?” in her commentary, highlighting the significance of the film’s arrival on a major streaming service.
Amazon’s decision to stream the title aligns with its strategy to acquire high‑profile Indian content. The move allows viewers who missed the limited theatrical run to experience the film’s powerful narrative.
Rajkummar Rao, who portrays Azmi, expressed enthusiasm about the release, noting that the film’s themes of justice and freedom remain relevant today. He thanked the platform for bringing the story to a broader audience.
The release has sparked discussion among viewers and critics alike. Film critic Apurva Arani questioned the timing, asking “why now?” in her commentary, highlighting the significance of the film’s arrival on a major streaming service.