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Manto

7.420181h 52mUAMovieDramaHistory

In Bombay's seedy-shiny film world, Manto and his stories are widely read and accepted. But as sectarian violence engulfs the nation, Manto makes the difficult choice of leaving his beloved Bombay. In Lahore, he finds himself bereft of friends and unable to find takers for his writings.

DirectorNandita Das

WriterNandita Das

Where to watch

Availability shown for India · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Nandita Das

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Manto — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Manto?

Manto isn't on any subscription service in India right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's not on Netflix.

Is Manto on Netflix?

No, Manto is not on Netflix in India as of October 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

Is Manto on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Manto isn't on Amazon Prime Video in India right now.

Where can I watch Manto for free?

Manto isn't available free in India; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

Is Manto based on a true story?

Yes — Manto is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).