Where to watch Shankara (2016) online in India
Movie · Telugu · 2h 22m · Rated UA · Drama, Romance
IMDb 5.2/10 from 76 votes
Shankar (Nara Rohit) lives in a hostel to pursue his education. Circumstances force him into a rivalry with a police officer (John Vijay) who sabotages Shankar's life and labels him as a drug addict. How Shankar solves the problem is the crux of the story. (Wikipedia, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License)
Where to watch Shankara in India
- JioHotstarSubscriptionFind ↗
Availability checked 23 October 2026 (data: JustWatch).
Vibe
- Dark & gritty
- Serious
- Cold & detached
Shankara stands out for dark, gritty edges and edge-of-seat suspense compared with other titles streaming in India. ▶ Watch the trailer.
Parents check
Certified UA in India.
Time needed
⏱ 2h 22m — start at 9 pm, done by 11:22 pm
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FAQ
- Is Shankara on JioHotstar in India?
- Yes. Shankara is streaming in India on JioHotstar (subscription), as of 23 October 2026.
- What language is Shankara in?
- Shankara was made in Telugu.
- How long is Shankara?
- Shankara runs 2h 22m (142 minutes).
- Is Shankara okay to watch with family?
- Shankara is certified UA in India.
Sources: TMDB (details), JustWatch (availability), IMDb (rating).