Man Hastam (2025): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2025, Man Hastam is a drama and history film directed by Muhammad Talha Farrukh, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. "Man Hastam" is a unique adaptation of the Ferdowsi's tragic drama "Rustam-o-Sohrab". The play opens with Shah of Turan, Afrasiyab who is guided by the Prophet Paisgoh in an attempt to retain his throne. Raised in darkness, Sohrab is unaware of his genuine lineage and turns into a soldier looking for his father, whom he believes to be the finest of all warriors. Under Paisgoh's direction, the Shah stages a fight between the legendary Persian hero, Rustam, and his own son, Sohrab, both unaware of their relationship. Themes of manipulation, destiny, identity, and the terrible might of war are investigated in the play. It explores the human cost of political scheming and the terrible effects of misinterpretations. With its deep emotional resonance, "Man Hastam" is a meditation on the inevitable clash between personal honor and the manipulative forces that drive individuals to conflict.

Who’s in it. Man Hastam stars Sufiyan Baig as Rustam, Amna Rai as Tahmineh, Zainab Bhatti as Mahnoosh and Yameen Thara as Pīshgoh, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Man Hastam sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Man Hastam page.

If you liked it. Fans of Man Hastam tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.