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Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan star in Netflix’s Yash Raj Deal

Yash Raj Films brings a wealth of Bollywood classics to Netflix in a major partnership that will make the legendary studio’s catalog available to streaming subscribers around the world.

The partnership will see YRF titles released in strategic phases tied to festivals, special occasions and cinematic milestones, allowing fans around the world to access beloved Hindi films from home.

The rollout will begin on November 1 – timed to Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday – with nine of the superstar’s most iconic YRF films, including ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’, ‘Mohabbatein’, ‘Dil Toh Pagal Hai’, ‘Veer Zara’ and ‘Chak De India’.

Other classic titles such as Sridevi starrer ‘Chandni’ and ‘Lamhe’, Amitabh Bachchan’s ‘Kabhi Kabhie’ and ‘Silsila’ and Anil Kapoor’s ‘Vijay’ will be available from November 14.

There will be a daily release schedule during the festive season, with 34 films – including ‘Bunty Aur Babli’, ‘Hum Tum’, ‘Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic’, ‘Mujhse Dosti Karoge’ and ‘Ta Ra Rum Pum’ – premiering twice a day from December 12 to 28. Three Salman Khan blockbusters – ‘Ek Tha Tiger’, ‘Sultan’ and ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’ – will be streamed on December 27. of the actor’s birthday.

The collaboration will continue until 2026, with a Valentine’s Week collection launching on February 7 with eight romantic titles including ‘Saathiya’, ‘Ishaqzaade’, ‘Bachna Ae Haseeno’ and ‘Salaam Namaste’. Popular franchises are also part of the deal, with the “Dhoom” trilogy, the third part of which is directed by Aamir Khan in a dual role, streaming from November 28 and Rani Mukerji’s “Mardaani” series releasing on January 22, 2026.

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“This partnership marks a milestone for Indian cinema on Netflix,” said Monika Shergill, VP India Content, Netflix. “For nearly a decade, we have been proud to be the home of India’s best storytelling. From the beloved docuseries ‘The Romantics,’ which provided an intimate glimpse into the legacy of Yash Raj Films, to now bringing these timeless blockbusters to our members, we are deepening our commitment to championing the depth, diversity and emotion of Indian storytelling.”

“This partnership brings together the rich heritage of YRF and the unparalleled reach of Netflix to celebrate Indian cinema in all its glory – not just in India, but globally,” she added. “When these films arrive on Netflix, fans will be able to relive the magic of iconic stars and the nostalgia of a bygone era, while new audiences discover their timeless charm for the first time.”

Akshaye Widhani, CEO of Yash Raj Films, said: “For over 50 years, Yash Raj Films has been fortunate to help shape the heart and soul of Indian cinema through its iconic stories. We are deeply humbled by the love and trust that audiences have shown in our films. By bringing this remarkable cinematic legacy to Netflix, the world can experience the colour, music and magic of India and Indian cinema that YRF has always celebrated.”

“Our library is more than a collection of iconic films; it is a gateway to five decades of culture, creativity and passion,” he added. “We are thrilled that this legacy will now find new audiences and engage new generations worldwide on Netflix.”

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