Maachis (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1996, Maachis is an action, thriller and crime film directed by Gulzar, running about 160 minutes.
What it’s about. A realistic, hard-hitting portrayal of terrorism and youth in the Punjab after the 1984 riots.
Who’s in it. Maachis stars Om Puri as Sanatan, Tabu as Virender Kaur a.k.a. Veeran, Chandrachur Singh as Kripal Singh and Jimmy Shergill as Jaimal Singh, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Maachis has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Maachis page.
If you liked it. Fans of Maachis tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Maachis (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Maachis change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Maachis worth watching?
- Maachis holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Maachis?
- Maachis stars Om Puri, Tabu, Chandrachur Singh, Jimmy Shergill and Kulbhushan Kharbanda.
- When was Maachis released?
- Maachis was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 160 minutes.