Krrish (2006)
DirectorRakesh Roshan
StarringHrithik Roshan, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Rekha, Naseeruddin Shah
Watch onZee5, Ultraplaybox Amazon Channel
Best for: Families and fans of Hindi superhero action looking for a U-certified film with a known cast.
Where to watch Krrish online in India
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Krrish Collection: all movies in order
- Koi... Mil Gaya (8 August 2003)
- Krrish (23 June 2006) · this movie
- Krrish 3 (1 November 2013)
- Krrish 4 (release date not announced)
Listed in release order, as per TMDB's Krrish Collection.
Krrish story (no spoilers)
In Singapore, Krishna is forced by circumstances to use his superpowers and become a masked superhero named Krrish, before getting drawn towards his lost legacy. The film blends action and science fiction as Krishna balances his ordinary life with the emergence of his extraordinary abilities, setting the stage for a journey into his family's hidden past.
Should you watch Krrish?
Watch it for
- Hrithik Roshan plays a dual role as Krishna Mehra and the masked Krrish, with Rekha as Sonia Mehra and Priyanka Chopra Jonas as Priya.
- Director Rakesh Roshan and composer Rajesh Roshan reunite for this 2006 action sci-fi film, the second in the Krrish Collection after Koi... Mil Gaya (2003).
- The film runs 174 minutes and is certified U, making it suitable for general audiences.
- Naseeruddin Shah plays Dr. Siddhant Arya, adding a strong antagonist to the superhero narrative.
Skip it if
- You prefer shorter films; at 174 minutes, Krrish demands a significant time commitment.
- You are not interested in science fiction or superhero genres, as the plot centres on superpowers and a masked identity.
- You want a film without any action sequences; the action genre is central to the story.
Krrish cast
Hrithik Roshanas Krishna Mehra / Krrish / Rohit Mehra
Priyanka Chopra Jonasas Priya
Rekhaas Sonia Mehra
Naseeruddin Shahas Dr. Siddhant Arya
Sharat Saxenaas Vikram Sinha
Manini Mishraas Honey
Archana Puran Singhas Nayanatara
Hemant Pandeyas Bahadur
Puneet Issaras Komal Singh
Akash Khuranaas Catholic School PrincipalKrrish movie details
| Director | Rakesh Roshan |
|---|---|
| Writer | Akarsh Khurana, Honey Irani, Rakesh Roshan, Robin Bhatt, Sachin Bhowmick |
| Music | Rajesh Roshan, Salim Merchant, Sulaiman Merchant |
| Cinematography | Santosh Thundiyil |
| Producer | Rakesh Roshan |
| Release date | 23 June 2006 |
| Runtime | 2h 54m (174 minutes) |
| Original language | Hindi |
| Country of origin | Hong Kong SAR China, India |
| Languages spoken in the film | English, Hindi, Portuguese |
| Original title | कृष |
| Certificate (India) | U |
| Budget | $5.0 million (approx.) |
| Worldwide box office | $16.0 million (approx.) |
Parental guide: is Krrish family friendly?
This is a general guide based on the U certificate and action genre; parents may still wish to check specifics. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Krrish official trailer
Our verdict
Krrish is a solid Hindi superhero film with Hrithik Roshan in a dual role and a strong supporting cast including Rekha and Naseeruddin Shah. The 174-minute runtime gives the story room to develop, though it may feel long for some viewers. It's a straightforward action sci-fi that fits well with family audiences.
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Where can I watch Krrish online in India?
Krrish is available for streaming in India on Zee5 (free) and on Ultraplaybox Amazon Channel (subscription).
What is the release date of Krrish?
Krrish was released in India on 23 June 2006.
Who is in the cast of Krrish?
The cast includes Hrithik Roshan as Krishna Mehra / Krrish / Rohit Mehra, Priyanka Chopra Jonas as Priya, Rekha as Sonia Mehra, Naseeruddin Shah as Dr. Siddhant Arya, and Sharat Saxena as Vikram Sinha.
What is the runtime of Krrish?
Krrish has a runtime of 174 minutes.
What is the watch order for the Krrish Collection?
The Krrish Collection in release order is: Koi... Mil Gaya (2003), Krrish (2006), Krrish 3 (2013), and Krrish 4 (date not announced).
Page last updated 24 October 2026. Facts from TMDB; how we write these pages: editorial policy.