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Jaane Jaan

Jaane Jaan is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language mystery thriller film directed and written by Sujoy Ghosh.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Jaane Jaan is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language mystery thriller film directed and written by Sujoy Ghosh. It stars Kareena Kapoor, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Vijay Varma, and is an adaptation of Keigo Higashino’s novel The Devotion of Suspect X. The film released on Netflix on 21 September 2023.

Plot

The film centres on a single mother and her daughter after a crime, while their neighbour helps conceal what happened as police investigate. The narrative unfolds as a whodunnit with a small number of central characters.

Production and source material

Jaane Jaan is an Indian adaptation of Keigo Higashino’s 2005 novel The Devotion of Suspect X. Sujoy Ghosh wrote and directed the film, adapting the story for a Hindi-language setting.

Cast

The principal cast includes Kareena Kapoor, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Vijay Varma. Supporting roles include Saurabh Sachdeva, Naisha Khanna, and others.

Release and reception

The film was released on Netflix on 21 September 2023. Reviews noted strong performances, especially from the lead cast, though critical opinions on the overall execution varied.

Key facts

  • Released internationally as Suspect X.
  • It is a mystery thriller adapted from a Japanese novel.
  • The story follows a single mother, her daughter, and a neighbour involved in covering up a crime.
  • The film premiered on Netflix rather than in cinemas.
  • It received generally positive critical attention, with praise for the lead performances.
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Canadian context

Canadian viewers may encounter the film on Netflix’s Canadian catalogue, and its release is relevant to Canada’s streaming audience.

Frequently asked questions

What is Jaane Jaan?
Jaane Jaan is a 2023 Hindi-language mystery thriller film directed by Sujoy Ghosh.
Who stars in Jaane Jaan?
The film stars Kareena Kapoor, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Vijay Varma.
What is Jaane Jaan based on?
It is based on Keigo Higashino’s novel The Devotion of Suspect X.
When was Jaane Jaan released?
It was released on Netflix on 21 September 2023.
What is the international title of Jaane Jaan?
The film was released internationally as Suspect X.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jaane_Jaan_(2023_film)
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  2. Netflix — https://www.netflix.com/title/81586376
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  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15748830/
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  4. The Hindu — https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/jaane-jaan-movie-review-jaideep-ahlawat-shines-in-this-howcatchem/article67329453.ece
    Supports: Director, cast, runtime, source material, setting, and critical reception