Movies like Jodhaa Akbar: 20 to watch next
If you loved Jodhaa Akbar (2008) — a romance, history and drama film directed by Ashutosh Gowariker — these 20 movies are the closest matches.
The first picks are what fans of Jodhaa Akbar most often go on to watch; the rest share its genres and themes like husband wife relationship, marriage crisis and emperor. 9 of them are streaming in India right now — each entry shows where.
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Padmaavat 2018★ 6.9
Shares: Drama, History, Romance
Rajputana, India, 13th century. The tyrannical usurper Alauddin Khilji, sultan of Delhi, becomes obsessed with Queen Padmavati, wife of King Ratan Singh of Mewar, and goes to great lengths to satisfy his greed for her.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Bajirao Mastani 2015★ 7.2
Shares: History, Romance, Drama
Peshwa Bajirao married to Kashibai, falls in love with Mastani, a warrior princess in distress. They struggle to make their love triumph amid opposition from his conservative family.
Stream in India on Eros Now Select Apple TV channel
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Tristan & Isolde 2006★ 6.7
Shares: Drama, Romance
An affair between the second in line to Britain's throne and the princess of the feuding Irish spells doom for the young lovers.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Viceroy's House 2017★ 6.7
Shares: Drama, History
In 1947, Lord Mountbatten assumes the post of last Viceroy, charged with handing India back to its people, living upstairs at the house which was the home of British rulers, whilst 500 Hindu, Muslim and Sikh servants lived downstairs.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Aśoka 2001★ 6.5
Shares: Drama, History, Romance
A young Prince Asoka works to perfect his skills in battle and also deals with family conflict. During a struggle with one of his step-brothers, his mother urges Asoka to escape to stay alive. While away, Asoka meets Kaurwaki and falls in love, but must use his skills as a warrior to protect her. A dangerous and heartbreaking web of conspiracy follows, which leads Asoka to embrace a Buddhist path.
Stream in India on Netflix, Sun Nxt, Brew
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Anna and the King of Siam 1946★ 6.2
Shares: Drama, Romance, History
In 1862, a young Englishwoman becomes royal tutor in Siam and befriends the King.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Girl King 2015★ 6.2
Shares: Drama, History, Romance
A portrait of the brilliant, extravagant Kristina of Sweden, queen from age six, who fights the conservative forces that are against her ideas to modernize Sweden and who have no tolerance for her awakening sexuality.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Elizabeth: The Golden Age 2007★ 6.7
Shares: Drama, History, Romance
When Queen Elizabeth's reign is threatened by ruthless familial betrayal and Spain's invading army, she and her shrewd adviser must act to safeguard the lives of her people.
Stream in India on VI movies and tv
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The Duchess 2008★ 7.0
Shares: Drama, History, Romance
A chronicle of the life of 18th century aristocrat Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire, who was reviled for her extravagant political and personal life.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The New World 2005★ 6.5
Shares: Drama, History, Romance
A drama about explorer John Smith and the clash between Native Americans and English settlers in the 17th century.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna 2006★ 6.5
Shares: Drama, Romance
Dev and Maya are both married to different people. Settled into a life of domestic ritual, and convinced that they are happy in their respective relationships, they still yearn for something deeper and more meaningful, which is precisely what they find in each other.
Stream in India on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans 1927★ 7.8
Shares: Drama, Romance
A married farmer falls under the spell of a slatternly woman from the city, who tries to convince him to drown his wife.
Stream in India on JustWatch TV Beta, Tubi TV, Plex
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Tess 1979★ 7.1
Shares: Drama, Romance
A strong-willed peasant girl is sent by her father to the estate of some local aristocrats to capitalize on a rumour that their families are from the same line. This fateful visit commences an epic narrative of sex, class, betrayal, and revenge.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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A United Kingdom 2016★ 6.6
Shares: Drama, History
The inspiring true story of Seretse Khama, the King of Bechuanaland (modern Botswana), and Ruth Williams, the London office worker he married in 1948 in the face of fierce opposition from their families and the British and South African governments. Seretse and Ruth defied family, Apartheid and empire - their love triumphed over every obstacle flung in their path and in so doing they transformed their nation and inspired the world.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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War and Peace 1956★ 6.6
Shares: Romance, Drama, History
The love story of young Countess Natasha Rostova and Count Pierre Bezukhov is interwoven with the Great Patriotic War of 1812 against Napoleon's invading army.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Magnificent Ambersons 1942★ 7.3
Shares: Drama, Romance
The spoiled young heir to the decaying Amberson fortune comes between his widowed mother and the man she has always loved.
Stream in India on Plex
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Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak 1988★ 6.8
Shares: Drama, Romance
Both Dhanraj Singh and Randhir Singh are two bitter and old time enemies. They faced a disastrous situation when their children, Raj and Rashmi fall deeply in love. They openly declare their hatred for one another and will do anything in their power, even kill - but they will not accept their children's choice. But Raj and Rashmi are dedicated to their love and are not willing to accept the fact that their fathers are mutual enemies.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Dhadkan 2000★ 6.4
Shares: Drama, Romance
Anjali and Dev are in love with each other and plan to marry, but her family gets her married to Ram. Years later, Dev shows up to reunite with Anjali, however, she has fallen in love with Ram.
Stream in India on JioHotstar, Zee5
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Anne of the Thousand Days 1969★ 7.2
Shares: Drama, History, Romance
Henry VIII of England discards his wife, Katharine of Aragon, who has failed to produce a male heir, in favor of the young and beautiful Anne Boleyn.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Shiddat 2021★ 6.9
Shares: Romance, Drama
Love-struck Jaggi can cross the seven seas for his dream girl, Kartika. Even if it means stopping her wedding as he doesn't want to be friend-zoned.
Stream in India on VI movies and tv, JioHotstar