Achanak (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1998, Achanak is a thriller film directed by Naresh Malhotra, running about 164 minutes.
What it’s about. Arjun and his wife go on the run after she is accused of murdering his brother. They must prove her innocence while trying to evade the police as well as the real criminals.
Who’s in it. Achanak stars Govinda as Arjun, Manisha Koirala as Pooja, Farha Naaz as Madhu and Saeed Jaffrey as Arjun's Father, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Achanak has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Achanak page.
If you liked it. Fans of Achanak tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Achanak (1998)?
- In US, Achanak is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Achanak worth watching?
- Achanak holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Achanak?
- Achanak stars Govinda, Manisha Koirala, Farha Naaz, Saeed Jaffrey and Rahul Roy.
- When was Achanak released?
- Achanak was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 164 minutes.