Heer Express Finds New Life on OTT After Warm Critical Reception

A woman with a passion for cooking meets U.K

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Heer Express, released in theatres on 12 September 2025, has now arrived on OTT.

The film started streaming digitally on 6 January 2026, reaching a wider audience.

The story follows Heer Walia, a young woman from Punjab with big dreams.

After losing her mother, Heer leaves India and travels to the United Kingdom.

She wants to pursue her passion for cooking and build an independent life.

Her journey introduces her to people from different backgrounds and beliefs.

Heer’s encounters feel gentle, emotional, and quietly transformative.

The film focuses on relationships, grief, ambition, and personal growth.

It shows how Heer navigates life’s challenges without losing her warmth.

The narrative stays rooted in everyday emotions rather than dramatic twists.

Umesh Shukla directs Heer Express with his signature simplicity.

He previously directed popular films like Oh My God and 102 Not Out.

His direction keeps the story grounded and accessible for family audiences.

The film marks the debut of Divita Juneja as Heer Walia.

She delivers a sincere and confident performance.

The supporting cast strengthens the film significantly.

Ashutosh Rana, Sanjay Mishra, and Gulshan Grover bring depth and charm.

Prit Kamani and Meghna Malik add warmth to the ensemble.

Heer Express faced tough competition during its theatrical release.

Big franchises and star-driven films dominated the box office at that time.

Despite lukewarm collections, the film earned strong word-of-mouth praise.

The film holds a solid 7.8 out of 10 rating on IMDb.

It stands among the highest-rated films of 2025.

Audiences and critics appreciated its clean, family-friendly storytelling.

Its OTT release finally gives the film the attention it deserves.

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