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Jab Tak Hai Jaan (2012) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Samar Anand (Shah Rukh Khan), a London-based struggling musician falls in love with Meera Thappar (Katrina Kaif). After a severe accident, a panicked Meera promises God to leave Samar if he lives. Heartbroken, Samar leaves for India to become a fearless bomb disposal expert in the army.

Rated NR • 2012 • 2h 56m

Age
13+

Jab Tak Hai Jaan is a romantic drama following the life of Samar, a bomb disposal expert whose past heartbreak continues to haunt him. The film touches on themes of loss, religious faith, and the long-term emotional impact of trauma. Parents should be aware of scenes involving moderate peril related to bomb disposal and a significant, bloody accident. While generally appropriate for older teens, the film's intense romantic themes and… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Shah Rukh Khan
Shah Rukh Khan
Katrina Kaif
Katrina Kaif
Anushka Sharma
Anushka Sharma
Sarika
Sarika
Andrew Bicknell
Andrew Bicknell
Sharib Hashmi
Sharib Hashmi
Jasmine Jardot
Jasmine Jardot
GS
Gireesh Sahedev
AS
Amarinder Sodhi
Varun Thakur
Varun Thakur
JC
Jay Conroy
Anupam Kher
Anupam Kher
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Is Jab Tak Hai Jaan appropriate for kids?

Jab Tak Hai Jaan is a romantic drama following the life of Samar, a bomb disposal expert whose past heartbreak continues to haunt him. The film touches on themes of loss, religious faith, and the long-term emotional impact of trauma. Parents should be aware of scenes involving… Read more — free account

Content severity in Jab Tak Hai Jaan

Sex Moderate 3/10
Violence Strong 5/10
Language Moderate 3/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Moderate 4/10

What happens in Jab Tak Hai Jaan, moment by moment

  1. 0:45 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
  2. 1:02 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
  3. 1:28 💬 Language 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Jab Tak Hai Jaan

The film contains mild sexual content, including a scene of a couple in bed together and a character shown in a bikini. Romantic kisses are present throughout, but there is no explicit sexual activity or nudity.

Violence and gore in Jab Tak Hai Jaan

Moderate violence is depicted through dangerous bomb disposal sequences and a serious motorcycle accident that leaves a character with visible, brief bloody injuries. These moments carry emotional weight but are not gratuitously graphic.

Language in Jab Tak Hai Jaan

Mild to moderate profanity is used, including terms like 'arsehole,' 'bitch,' 'bloody,' and 'hell.' A piece of graffiti featuring a strong profanity is visible in one club scene.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Jab Tak Hai Jaan

There are occasional, light depictions of social drinking and smoking in party or club settings, consistent with typical adult social interactions.

Mature themes in Jab Tak Hai Jaan

The film centers on heavy emotional themes, including abandonment, parental estrangement, retrograde amnesia, and the burden of broken promises to God. These mature subjects shape the characters' bitter and lonely worldviews.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jab Tak Hai Jaan appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Jab Tak Hai Jaan is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. Jab Tak Hai Jaan is a romantic drama following the life of Samar, a bomb disposal expert whose past heartbreak continues to haunt him. The film touches on themes of loss, religious faith, and the long-term emotional…

What age rating does Jab Tak Hai Jaan have?

Jab Tak Hai Jaan is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Jab Tak Hai Jaan about?

Jab Tak Hai Jaan is a romantic drama following the life of Samar, a bomb disposal expert whose past heartbreak continues to haunt him. The film touches on themes of loss, religious faith, and the long-term emotional impact of trauma. Parents should be aware of scenes involving moderate peril related to bomb disposal…

Is there sex or nudity in Jab Tak Hai Jaan?

The film contains mild sexual content, including a scene of a couple in bed together and a character shown in a bikini. Romantic kisses are present throughout, but there is no explicit sexual activity or nudity.

How violent is Jab Tak Hai Jaan?

Moderate violence is depicted through dangerous bomb disposal sequences and a serious motorcycle accident that leaves a character with visible, brief bloody injuries. These moments carry emotional weight but are not gratuitously graphic.

Is the language in Jab Tak Hai Jaan appropriate for kids?

Mild to moderate profanity is used, including terms like 'arsehole,' 'bitch,' 'bloody,' and 'hell.' A piece of graffiti featuring a strong profanity is visible in one club scene.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Jab Tak Hai Jaan?

There are occasional, light depictions of social drinking and smoking in party or club settings, consistent with typical adult social interactions.

What mature themes appear in Jab Tak Hai Jaan?

The film centers on heavy emotional themes, including abandonment, parental estrangement, retrograde amnesia, and the burden of broken promises to God. These mature subjects shape the characters' bitter and lonely worldviews.

How long is Jab Tak Hai Jaan?

Jab Tak Hai Jaan runs 176 minutes, directed by Yash Chopra, released in 2012.

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