Hi Nanna (2023)

Name: Hi Nanna
Genre: Drama, Family, Romance
Released: 2023-12-07
Duration: 2 h 35 min
Cast: Nani, Mrunal Thakur, Baby Kiara Khanna, Jayaram, Shilpa Tulaskar

7 December 20232h 35mTeluguIndia

UDrama Family Romance

7.9/10TMDB · 82 votes

DirectorShouryuv

StarringNani, Mrunal Thakur, Baby Kiara Khanna, Jayaram

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Best for: Families and fans of emotional Telugu dramas who appreciate a father-daughter story.

Where to watch Hi Nanna online in India

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Availability for India, data by JustWatch. Updated 23 October 2026.

Hi Nanna OTT release date

Theatrical release (India)	7 December 2023
OTT / digital release (India)	4 January 2024
Gap between theatre and OTT	28 days
Streaming now on	Netflix

Release dates for India as listed on TMDB.

Hi Nanna story (no spoilers)

Six-year-old Mahi, who has cystic fibrosis, lives with her devoted father Viraj, a fashion photographer. Curious about the mother she has never known, Mahi runs away with her dog Pluto and meets a kind woman named Yashna. Their chance encounter sets off a chain of revelations that draws Viraj, Mahi, and Yashna together in unexpected ways. The Telugu drama explores family bonds, sacrifice, and resilience as Mahi’s search for answers reshapes the lives around her.

Should you watch Hi Nanna?

Watch it for

Nani plays Viraj, a single father, and Baby Kiara Khanna plays Mahi, the daughter around whom the story turns.
Director Shouryuv blends family drama and romance in a 155-minute Telugu film.
Mrunal Thakur appears as Yashna, the woman whose meeting with Mahi changes the family’s path.
Hesham Abdul Wahab provides the music for this U-certified drama.

Skip it if

You prefer fast-paced action over a 155-minute family drama.
You are looking for a light comedy rather than a story about illness and sacrifice.
You want a plot that avoids emotional conflict between parents and children.

Hi Nanna cast

Nanias Viraj

Mrunal Thakuras Yashna

Baby Kiara Khannaas Mahi

Jayaramas Mahi's Grandfather

Shilpa Tulaskaras Yashna's Mother

Priyadarshi Pullikondaas Justin

Angad Bedias Aravind

Viraj Ashwinas Ashok

Nassaras Ranjan

Dristhy Talwaras Neha

Ritika Nayakas Adult Mahi

Neha Sharmaas Photoshoot Model (Cameo)

Hi Nanna movie details

Director	Shouryuv
Writer	Shouryuv
Music	Hesham Abdul Wahab
Cinematography	Sanu John Varghese
Producer	Mohan Cherukuri, Dr. Vijender Reddy Teegala
Release date	7 December 2023
Runtime	2h 35m (155 minutes)
Original language	Telugu
Country of origin	India
Languages spoken in the film	Telugu
Original title	హాయ్ నాన్న
Certificate (India)	U
Budget	$7.8 million (approx.)
Worldwide box office	$9.2 million (approx.)

Parental guide: is Hi Nanna family friendly?

ViolenceNone

LanguageNone

Sexual contentNone

Family viewingSuitable

The film has a U certificate and belongs to the drama, family, and romance genres, so it is generally suitable for family viewing; this is a general guide. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.

Hi Nanna official trailer

Our verdict

Hi Nanna is a sincere family drama that leans on Nani and Baby Kiara Khanna’s father-daughter bond. The 155-minute runtime gives the story room to explore Mahi’s illness and the mystery around her mother. It is a grounded, emotional watch rather than a spectacle.