Maddock Films’ Tehran, a gripping geopolitical spy thriller starring John Abraham, Manushi Chhillar, Neeru Bajwa, and Madhurima Tuli, is set for its world premiere this August. The film centers on a man caught between nations—hunted by Iran, abandoned by Israel, and deserted by India—and draws inspiration from real events to paint a fictionalized, intense narrative.Directed by Arun Gopalan, Tehran delves into the tense backdrop of escalating Israel-Iran conflicts and explores the shadowy world of international espionage, where shifting loyalties could alter the balance between trust and betrayal.
When & Where to Stream Tehran?
Tehran will premiere exclusively on Zee5 on August 14, 2025, giving viewers a chance to experience this psychological and political thriller from the comfort of their homes. The story is inspired by the 2012 bomb explosion near the Israeli Embassy in Delhi, a real incident that triggered complex diplomatic tensions.
John Abraham plays ACP Rajeev Kumar, an officer drawn into a covert operation spanning continents and fractured alliances. The film raises compelling questions: Is Rajeev India’s ultimate patriot working behind the scenes, or a rogue agent navigating his own path through a murky world?
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Insights from the Team Behind Tehran
Producer Dinesh Vijan shared, “Tehran focuses on what lies beneath the headlines—the human element. It’s about how a single life can shape international relations. This genre is rare in Indian cinema, but at Maddock Films, we prioritize heartfelt storytelling. Tehran is a story we believe audiences worldwide will connect with.
