---
title: "Chhapaak"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/chhapaak-2020"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 590404
imdb_id: "tt9614460"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 123
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 38
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Chhapaak (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/chhapaak-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Chhapaak is a 2020 Indian Hindi-language biographical drama film directed by Meghna Gulzar. The film stars Deepika Padukone in the leading role of a character inspired by acid attack survivor Laxmi Agarwal, alongside Vikrant Massey, Madhurjeet Sarghi, and Payal Nair. The story is based on the life of an acid attack survivor named Malti, whose journey is told through her medical treatment, court proceedings, and emotional healing. The narrative follows the trials and triumphs of the character, covering the investigation of the attack and the unquashable human spirit. The film presents a true story based on Malti's grueling and glorious journey from the initial medical intervention to the legal battle and eventual emotional recovery.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Hulu | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Meghna Gulzar
- **Networks / Studios**: Mriga Films, Fox Star Studios, KA Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Deepika Padukone** as *Malti*
- **Vikrant Massey** as *Amol*
- **Madhurjeet Sarghi** as *Archana Bajaj*
- **Anand Tiwari** as *Archana's Husband*
- **Vaibhavi Upadhyay** as *Minakshi*
- **Payal Nair** as *Shiraz*
- **Geeta Agrawal Sharma** as *Malti's mother*
- **Delzad Hiwale** as *Rohit*
- **Vishal Dahiya** as *Basheer "Babbu" Khan*
- **Bhasha Sumbli** as *Babbu's sister*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Chhapaak online?
Chhapaak is currently available to watch or stream on Hulu, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Chhapaak worth watching?
Chhapaak holds a community rating of 7.1/10 based on 38 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Chhapaak and when was it released?
Chhapaak is a feature film with a runtime of 123 minutes. It was released in 2020. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Chhapaak?
Chhapaak was directed by Meghna Gulzar.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Chhapaak — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/590404)
- [Chhapaak - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chhapaak)
- [Chhapaak (2020) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/590404/cast)
- [Chhapaak (2020) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9614460/)
- [Chhapaak (2020) - Full Cast & Crew | BollywoodMDB](https://www.bollywoodmdb.com/movie/chhapaak-16542/cast-crew)

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