The Diplomat
2025, Hindi. Directed by Shivam Nair.
A true hero needs no weapon.
The Deputy High Commissioner, J.P. Singh, faces an unusual crisis when a mysterious woman rushes inside the Indian High Commission in Islamabad, claiming forced marriage in Pakistan and seeking a return to India.
- Runtime
- 2h 10m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Hindi
- Rated
- U/A 13+
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 49 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Diplomat
The Diplomat is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Shivam NairDirector
- John AbrahamJP Singh (Deputy High Commissioner of India in Pakistan)
- Sadia KhateebUzma Ahmed
- Kumud MishraAdvocate N.M. Sayyed
- Sharib HashmiTiwari
- Ashwath BhattDirector General ISIS Mallik
- Ram Gopal BajajCast
- Vidhatri BandiSeerat
- Jagjeet SandhuTahir
- Jeet RaiduttAamir
- Bhawani MuzamilBashir
- RevathiSushma Swaraj (Union External Affairs Minister)
- Suman RanaShaheen
Details
- Released
- 14 March 2025
- Original title
- राजनयिक
- Country
- India
- Written by
- Ritesh Shah
- Budget
- $2.4M
- Box office
- $3.1M
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What The Diplomat is based on
The Diplomat is based on a true story.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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The Diplomat: quick answers
Is The Diplomat worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 49 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Diplomat?
The Diplomat runs 130 minutes (2h 10m).
Does The Diplomat have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Diplomat. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Diplomat parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Diplomat is rated U/A 13+ in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Diplomat on?
The Diplomat is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Diplomat?
If you liked The Diplomat, try 6 Below: Miracle on the Mountain, The Quiller Memorandum, Tatami.
Who directed The Diplomat?
The Diplomat (2025) was directed by Shivam Nair and stars John Abraham, Sadia Khateeb, Kumud Mishra.
What is The Diplomat based on?
The Diplomat is based on a true story.