Dear Zindagi (2016)
Kernel Score: 78% · 253 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Drama, Romance
Released: 2016-11-23
Runtime: 151 minutes
Where to watch Dear Zindagi
- Stream: Netflix
- Rent: Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Kaira, a young girl, faces problems in her relationships. She meets Dr Jehangir, who helps her resolve her issues with her parents and get a new perspective on life, which leads to her following her passion and an improvement in her love life.
Dear Zindagi parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Dear Zindagi is a PG-13 drama about a young woman working through depression and family issues with the help of a psychologist.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Alia Bhatt as Kaira
- Shah Rukh Khan as Dr. Jehangir Khan
- Kunal Kapoor as Raghuvendra
- Angad Bedi as Sid
- Ali Zafar as Rumi
- Ira Dubey as Fatima
- Rohit Saraf as Kiddo, Kaira's younger brother
- Yashaswini Dayama as Jackie
- Gautmik as Ganju
- Yashwant Singh as Kaira's uncle
Dear Zindagi FAQ
Is Dear Zindagi good?
Dear Zindagi has a 78% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 253 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Dear Zindagi?
In the US you can stream Dear Zindagi on Netflix and rent it from Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Dear Zindagi OK for kids?
Dear Zindagi is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Dear Zindagi is a PG-13 drama about a young woman working through depression and family issues with the help of a psychologist.
What movies are like Dear Zindagi?
If you liked Dear Zindagi, try Collateral Beauty, Me Before You, Life in a Year and All the Bright Places.