The Diplomat review: John Abraham, Sadia Khateeb’s thriller based on real events falls short of perfection
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The Diplomat review: John Abraham, Sadia Khateeb’s thriller based on real events falls short of perfection

Hindustan Times  

The Diplomat Cast: John Abraham, Sadia Khateeb Director: Shivam Nair Rating: ★★★.5 Right off the bat, there’s something about The Diplomat holding me back from awarding it 4 stars. Directed by Shivam Nair and starring John Abraham and Sadia Khateeb in the leading roles, this one is based on the real-life story of Indian national Uzma Ahmad. Anyway, the film begins with Uzma seeking the Indian Embassy’s help in Pakistan, and the viewer is thrown right in the middle of a tense situation. Sharib Hashmi’s character Tiwari, in the climax, remarks to JP Singh ‘Iss mulk ne itna daraya hai, ki darr hi nikal gaya hai’ I am not commenting on the political affairs which went down in this case- but this isn’t a chest-thumping patriotic film to begin with.

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‘The Diplomat’ Day 3 Box Office: John Abraham’s film crosses ₹10-crore mark
4 days, 8 hours ago

‘The Diplomat’ Day 3 Box Office: John Abraham’s film crosses ₹10-crore mark

The Hindu  

Despite the sustained success of Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava, John Abraham’s The Diplomat, directed by Shivam Nair, has managed to perform well at the box office. According to the box office tracking portal Sacnilk, The Diplomat has earned Rs 13.30 crore in its opening weekend. The Diplomat is facing a stiff competition from Chhaava, the historical drama based on Chhatrapati Sambhaji …

John Abraham chooses a side in the Russia-Ukraine war: ‘Nobody was listening. Finally they did it’
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5 days, 11 hours ago

John Abraham chooses a side in the Russia-Ukraine war: ‘Nobody was listening. Finally they did it’

Hindustan Times  

Actor John Abraham has said that he is a huge fan of Russia amid the country's war with Ukraine. Speaking to Aaj Tak, Abraham talked about various aspects of diplomacy, including India's stance on the Russia-Ukraine war. Despite recent tensions between US President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky, Kyiv has agreed in principle to a US-brokered 30-day …

Thrilling drama of John Abraham’s hi-octane diplomacy
5 days, 21 hours ago

Thrilling drama of John Abraham’s hi-octane diplomacy

Deccan Chronicle  

Diplomat There was a time when we watched the likes of Shammi Kapoor, Joy Mukherjee, Biswajit, and right down to Rajesh Khanna, serenading heroines with timeless melodies while fighting economic hierarchies. ‘Diplomat’, directed by Shivam Nair, is a cinematic recall of diplomatic brilliance, drawing inspiration from the life of Rizwaan Ahmed. ‘Diplomat’ effectively portrays the maturity of the, not to …

'The Diplomat' star John Abraham meets India's External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, says 'We discussed diplomacy, the North East and...'
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6 days, 14 hours ago

'The Diplomat' star John Abraham meets India's External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, says 'We discussed diplomacy, the North East and...'

Firstpost  

John Abraham also took to social media to express his gratitude Actor John Abraham met with India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, the meeting was held in New Delhi today. As also on football, the North East and our respective worlds.” Was a pleasure and honour to meet a man who I so intently follow, we discussed diplomacy, the …

The Diplomat box office Day 1: John Abraham film opens at Rs 4 crore
6 days, 15 hours ago

The Diplomat box office Day 1: John Abraham film opens at Rs 4 crore

India Today  

John Abraham's latest release, The Diplomat, seems to be holding its ground despite the Chhava storm at the box office. Watch the trailer of The Diplomat here: However, it was Chhava that registered a better collection at the box office despite being in the theatres for weeks. India Today's review of The Diplomat read, "The Diplomat is a recommended watch …

The Diplomat Movie Review: John Abraham engages one and all in this tale of diplomacy
1 week ago

The Diplomat Movie Review: John Abraham engages one and all in this tale of diplomacy

Deccan Chronicle  

Director: Shivam Nair Cast: John Abraham, Sadia Khateeb, Revathy, Sharib Hashmi, and Kumud. In times when theatrical Bollywood releases are tanking one after the other, "The Diplomat" received critical appreciation for its wonderful direction, keeping every sphere of filmmaking intact. A film documented well, with an alluring commercial value without songs and dancing numbers, Director Nair surely deserves a pat …

‘The Diplomat’ movie review: Diplomacy for the Dummies
1 week ago

‘The Diplomat’ movie review: Diplomacy for the Dummies

The Hindu  

In 2017, Uzma Ahmed made headlines when she was rescued from her abusive Pakistani husband by the Indian High Commission officials under the supervision of the then Minister of External Affairs, Sushma Swaraj. Director Shivam Nair joins forces with actor-producer John Abraham to recreate the diplomatic maneuver from the point of view of diplomat JP Singh, who led the rescue …

The Diplomat review: John Abraham movie hits big screens, check first verdict here: ‘Gripping, intense and…’
1 week ago

The Diplomat review: John Abraham movie hits big screens, check first verdict here: ‘Gripping, intense and…’

Live Mint  

The Diplomat review: John Abraham starrer Bollywood movie released in theatres on the occasion of Holi, on March 14. John Abraham, who plays the role of diplomat JP Singh, steps in to rescue an Indian woman named Uzma played by Sadia Khateeb from Pakistan. A must-watch repatriate drama!” Koimoi gave it 4 star rating and stated, “The Diplomat is a …

John Abraham Meets External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar Ahead of ‘The Diplomat’ Release
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1 week ago

John Abraham Meets External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar Ahead of ‘The Diplomat’ Release

ABP News  

Actor John Abraham met with India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, in New Delhi today, just ahead of the release of his highly anticipated film 'The Diplomat'. pic.twitter.com/BGQbzgcmb1 — Dr. S. Jaishankar March 13, 2025 John Abraham also expressed his gratitude for the interaction, posting, “Was a pleasure and honour to meet a man who I so intently follow. …

Harshvardhan Rane Calls John Abraham's 'The Diplomat' A Masterpiece: 'The Thor Who Believes...'
1 week, 1 day ago

Harshvardhan Rane Calls John Abraham's 'The Diplomat' A Masterpiece: 'The Thor Who Believes...'

ABP News  

John Abraham-starrer 'The Diplomat' is all set to release on March 14, 2025. Harshvardhan Rane on John Abraham’s film Harshvardhan Rane took to his Instagram stories to write, "The thor who believes in content with brains, the tank who does films with a heart. John Abraham on ‘The Diplomat’ John Abraham spoke about the film and shared, "Diplomacy is a …

Real story of John Abraham, Sadia Khateeb starrer The Diplomat: Who is Uzma Ahmad and how diplomat JP Singh helped her out?
1 week, 1 day ago

Real story of John Abraham, Sadia Khateeb starrer The Diplomat: Who is Uzma Ahmad and how diplomat JP Singh helped her out?

Firstpost  

Not many may be aware of the real story behind John Abraham, Sadia Khateeb starrer Diplomat movie. How Indian diplomat to Islamabad, JP Singh and his colleagues along with the then External Affairs Minister late Sushma Swaraj helped her come out of Pakistan. Uzma Ahmad and her daughter with External Affairs Minister late Sushma Swaraj How did Uzma escape from …

John Abraham reveals Steven Spielberg, Charlize Theron praised his performance in Deepa Mehta’s ‘Water’
1 week, 1 day ago

John Abraham reveals Steven Spielberg, Charlize Theron praised his performance in Deepa Mehta’s ‘Water’

The Hindu  

Bollywood star John Abraham has said that renowned Hollywood filmmaker Steven Spielberg and Hollywood star Charlize Theron praised him for his performance in filmmaker Deepa Mehta’s 2005 film Water, a recognition he said he didn’t receive from Indian audience. In an interview to BookMyShow’s YouTube channel, while promoting his upcoming film The Diplomat, John recalled his experience of attending the …

The Diplomat Movie Review: John Abraham hits the right spot without high-octane action and dialoguebaazi
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1 week, 1 day ago

The Diplomat Movie Review: John Abraham hits the right spot without high-octane action and dialoguebaazi

India TV News  

The Diplomat Movie Review: John Abraham hits the right spot without high-octane action and dialoguebaazi John Abraham and Sadia Khateeb's The Diplomat will be released on the occasion of Holi. John Abraham starrer explores the international relations between two rival countries, India and Pakistan, without overdoing anything and also hits the right spot. In recent times, we have seen many …

The Diplomat's Sadia Khateeb fell for John Abraham's Kabir in Dhoom as a kid
1 week, 1 day ago

The Diplomat's Sadia Khateeb fell for John Abraham's Kabir in Dhoom as a kid

India Today  

Actor Sadia Khateeb made her debut in Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s Shikara and later appeared in Akshay Kumar’s Rakshabandhan. During an exclusive chat with India Today, Sadia spoke about her childhood crush on John’s character, Kabir, in Dhoom and the lasting impression it left on her. Sadia shared, “I was in fourth grade, and I had just seen Dhoom and got …

John Abraham says Steven Spielberg loved his performance in Water
1 week, 1 day ago

John Abraham says Steven Spielberg loved his performance in Water

India Today  

John Abraham-starrer Water might not have received the love in India. However, the Deepa Mehta directorial was nominated in the Best Foreign Language Film category for an Oscar at the time. And if the actor is to be believed, Hollywood director Steven Spielberg loved the film. Speaking on the BookMyShow podcast, Abraham shared, "When I went to the awards, I …

John Abraham on jingoism, and how The Diplomat doesn't show 'Pakistanis as evil'
1 week, 1 day ago

John Abraham on jingoism, and how The Diplomat doesn't show 'Pakistanis as evil'

India Today  

Actor and producer John Abraham, who is playing the Indian diplomat JP Singh in the upcoming political drama, The Diplomat, opened up about the experience of making the movie and the culture of employing jingoism in films during an exclusive interaction with India Today. Speaking to Gaurav Sawant of the India Today Group, the actor said, "I spent a lot …

The Diplomat Review: John Abraham's Film Is A Decent One-Time Watch, Thanks To Sadia Khateeb
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1 week, 1 day ago

The Diplomat Review: John Abraham's Film Is A Decent One-Time Watch, Thanks To Sadia Khateeb

ABP News  

The Diplomat review: John Abraham has attempted to break away from his usual action-packed roles with 'The Diplomat', after facing criticism during the press conference of his last film 'Vedaa'. While John brings a fresh approach, the real hero of the film is Sadia Khateeb, who plays Uzma Ahmed with remarkable intensity. Unlike Vicky Kaushal in 'Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj' or …

'The Diplomat' Movie Review: Not just John Abraham, Sadia Khateeb’s performance as Uzma Ahmed is mind blowing in an explosive political drama
1 week, 1 day ago

'The Diplomat' Movie Review: Not just John Abraham, Sadia Khateeb’s performance as Uzma Ahmed is mind blowing in an explosive political drama

Firstpost  

Directed by Shivam Nair, The Diplomat featuring John Abraham as JP Singh and Sadia Khateeb as Uzma Ahmed is an engaging real-life story which will give you shivers down your spine. Language: Hindi Director: Shivam Nair Cast: John Abraham, Sadia Khateeb, Revathy, Kumud Mishra The Diplomat is in fact John Abraham’s career best performance. Directed by Shivam Nair with John …

The Diplomat review: John Abraham gives career-best performance in political film
1 week, 2 days ago

The Diplomat review: John Abraham gives career-best performance in political film

India Today  

The Diplomat opens with a famous Gandhi quote that says, ‘If I have the belief that I can do it, I shall surely acquire the capacity to do it even if I may not have it at the beginning.’ Watching The Diplomat is somewhat of a similar experience. Shivam Nair’s drama starring John Abraham as JP Singh, India’s Deputy High …

My career has been built on criticism, I enjoy it: John Abraham
2 weeks, 6 days ago

My career has been built on criticism, I enjoy it: John Abraham

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai, Actor-producer John Abraham says he has often been written off in the industry in his over two-decade-long career but his audience has kept him going, something that he respects and wants to repay by telling good stories. My career has been built on criticism, I enjoy it: John Abraham Abraham has hits in varied genres whether it is high-octane …

John Abraham hopes for Pathaan prequel exploring Jim's past: Should be hapenning
3 weeks, 2 days ago

John Abraham hopes for Pathaan prequel exploring Jim's past: Should be hapenning

India Today  

Pathaan, starring Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, and John Abraham, was among the biggest releases of 2023. In a recent conversation with The Hollywood Reporter India, John hinted at the possibility of a prequel centred around his character, Jim. I believe he understands me well, and hopefully, we will work on a prequel exploring Jim’s past before he turns bitter. …

John Abraham's The Diplomat gets postponed, to now release on Holi
3 weeks, 3 days ago

John Abraham's The Diplomat gets postponed, to now release on Holi

India Today  

John Abraham’s highly anticipated thriller, The Diplomat, is now set to hit cinemas on Holi, March 14. John Abraham steps into the role of real-life Indian diplomat JP Singh, who embarks on a high-stakes mission to rescue the ‘Daughter of India’ from captivity. The film, directed by Shivam Nair, marks a shift for John Abraham, portraying a character rooted in …

The Diplomat movie trailer goes viral: John Abraham saves ‘Bharat ki Beti’ in new movie; social media reacts
1 month ago

The Diplomat movie trailer goes viral: John Abraham saves ‘Bharat ki Beti’ in new movie; social media reacts

Live Mint  

The trailer for John Abraham’s upcoming film, The Diplomat, was released on February 14. Social media reactions “A standing ovation for John’s dedication and hard work.” “This is the kind of movie India needs. Congratulations to Shivam Nair Sir and the whole team for this project” “John rocks in these kind of roles. God bless you all with lots of …

John Abraham’s political thriller The Diplomat trailer released, set to hit theatres on March 7 | Watch
1 month ago

John Abraham’s political thriller The Diplomat trailer released, set to hit theatres on March 7 | Watch

India TV News  

Bollywood action star John Abraham is gearing up for his next big release, The Diplomat, a political thriller that promises to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Released on the birth anniversary of the late Shri Sushma Swaraj, the trailer pays homage to her invaluable efforts in 2017, when she supported Indian diplomat JP Singh in rescuing an …

The Diplomat Trailer: John Abraham Fights Against The Odds To Bring ‘Bharat Ki Beti’ Home; WATCH
1 month, 1 week ago

The Diplomat Trailer: John Abraham Fights Against The Odds To Bring ‘Bharat Ki Beti’ Home; WATCH

ABP News  

The much-awaited trailer of John Abraham's next film, The Diplomat, has finally arrived! John Abraham’s character, J.P. Singh, questions her, and she reveals that she was forced into marriage. View this post on Instagram A post shared by tseriesfilms John Abraham on The Diplomat Sharing his thoughts on the film, John Abraham said, "Diplomacy is a battlefield where words carry …

The Diplomat trailer: John Abraham on a deadly mission to save 'Daughter of India'
1 month, 1 week ago

The Diplomat trailer: John Abraham on a deadly mission to save 'Daughter of India'

India Today  

John Abraham’s The Diplomat trailer is out now. Released on the birth anniversary of the late Shri Sushma Swaraj, the trailer pays homage to her pivotal efforts in 2017, supporting Indian diplomat JP Singh in bringing India’s daughter back home. John Abraham steps into the role of real-life Indian diplomat JP Singh, who embarks on a high-stakes mission to rescue …

John Abraham’s The Diplomat movie: MEA S. Jaishankar features in film teaser; social media reacts
1 month, 1 week ago

John Abraham’s The Diplomat movie: MEA S. Jaishankar features in film teaser; social media reacts

Live Mint  

The teaser video for John Abraham’s The Diplomat was released on February 7. Aadmi ho ya ghoda, seedha nahi chalta,” John Abraham’s character says in the teaser. Meanwhile, John Abraham’s portrayal of the Indian diplomat has received high praise from social media users on YouTube. Social media reactions “I love John in these type of roles,” wrote one user while …

John Abraham's political thriller Diplomat to release in March
2 months ago

John Abraham's political thriller Diplomat to release in March

India Today  

Actor and producer John Abraham's first look from the upcoming political drama, Diplomat, is out. In the said poster, John looks his usual dapper self as he bears a serious look in a dark suit. The actor shared a poster of the film on his social media handle with a caption that read, "Honored to bring this story of courage …

John Abraham's The Diplomat locks release date: 'Honoured to bring this story of courage, diplomacy to life'
2 months ago

John Abraham's The Diplomat locks release date: 'Honoured to bring this story of courage, diplomacy to life'

India TV News  

John Abraham is all set to feature in another actioner and the actor shared a post on his social media handles informing his fans about its release. Check out the post: The film is produced by T-Series, Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar; John Abraham of JA Entertainment, Vipul D Shah, Ashwin Varde, Rajesh Bahl of Wakaoo Films, Sameer Dixit and …

Vedaa Trailer: John Abraham Is Sharvari Wagh's Mentor In This High-Octane Action Film
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Vedaa Trailer: John Abraham Is Sharvari Wagh's Mentor In This High-Octane Action Film

ABP News  

Vedaa trailer out: The trailer of John Abraham and Sharvari Wagh’s film was released on Thursday. John Abraham shared the trailer on his Instagram account with the caption, "Taiyaar ho jaiye, ek aisi jung ke liye, jo anyaay ko mitti mein milaayegi, aur Samvidhan ki raksha karegi! 🇮🇳" View this post on Instagram A post shared by John Abraham About …

John Abraham shares new poster of The Diplomat, announces release date
1 year, 8 months ago

John Abraham shares new poster of The Diplomat, announces release date

India Today  

John Abraham is on a roll. JOHN ABRAHAM ANNOUNCES RELEASE DATE OF THE DIPLOMAT John Abraham is now gearing up for his upcoming high-octane drama, The Diplomat. The actor took to social media to share the poster of the film along with the release date. Sharing the poster of the movie, John Abraham wrote, "Some wars are fought even outside …

Satyamev Jayate 2 movie review: John Abraham film is an ode to patriotism, police and protein shake
3 years, 3 months ago

Satyamev Jayate 2 movie review: John Abraham film is an ode to patriotism, police and protein shake

Firstpost  

Language: Hindi What’s something new that can be said about director Milap Milan Zaveri’s annual assault on good taste? To repeat the same things about Zaveri’s films being dated, tropey and exploitative is like concluding John Abraham’s favourite dish is NOT Chhole Bhature. Also, Zaveri seems to have come up with the solution for the lack of John Abraham’s perfectly …

Journo asks John Abraham will RAW tempt people to hit back after Pulwama. Actor destroys him
6 years ago

Journo asks John Abraham will RAW tempt people to hit back after Pulwama. Actor destroys him

India Today  

John Abraham is currently gearing up for the release of Romeo Akbar Walter, in which he plays an agent of the Research and Analysis Wing who goes to Pakistan undercover. PTI reports that at a promotional event, when John was asked if he would "tempt" people to retaliate after the Pulwama terror attack through Romeo Akbar Walter, he immediately shut …

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