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Imagine this: You’re on a train through the Swiss Alps. Your laptop screen glows with Raabta . In one earbud, the thump of A.R. Rahman’s background score (the maestro delivers a career highlight here—listen for the cello swell during the past-life reveal). On screen, English subtitles roll in clean, white sans-serif font, perfectly synced. You don’t need an internet connection. You don’t need to explain Hindi idioms to your friend beside you.

Released on June 9, 2017, the film received mixed reviews. While the chemistry between the lead actors was highly praised, critics found the plot to be weak and overly long .

: While availability varies by region, it has historically been hosted on Netflix in certain countries like India and Australia.