SYNOPSIS
The story follows Samar, an ageing & now almost out of work artist whose fame is fading. His life takes a dark turn when his fling Gayatri, accuses him of rape after he cuts off contact with her. Even as Samar tries to move on with his new relationship with another woman, he is arrested and drawn into a deeply flawed law enforcement system.
CAST & CREW
Cast: Bobby Deol, Sanya Malhotra, Raj B. Shetty, Indrajith Sukumaran, Jitendra Joshi, Sapna Pabbi, Saba Azad
Director: Anurag Kashyap
Writers: Sudip Sharma, Abhishek Banerjee
Producers: Shivie Pandit, Gaurie Pandit and Nikhil Dwivedi
NEWS & MEDIA
Bandar was the Official Selection at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival 2025
tiff
Anurag Kashyap’s Toronto Prison Drama ‘Monkey in a Cage’ Tackles #MeToo Fallout: Bobby Deol ‘Totally Put His Whole Vulnerable Self Out There’
Variety
'Bandar' at TIFF: Bobby Deol and Sanya Malhotra starrer could be the most controversial film by Anurag Kashyap
Times Entertainment
FAQ
What is the cast of the film Bandar?
Bandar film starring Bobby Deol, Sanya Malhotra, Raj B. Shetty, Indrajith Sukumaran, Jitendra Joshi, Sapna Pabbi, Saba Azad is produced by Saffron Magicworks and Nikhil Dwivedi.
Is Bandar inspired by true events?
Yes, Bandar is a relationship drama based on true events.
Is Samar guilty or not?
Watch the film on 22nd May, 2026 in theatres near you to find out.
What's Bandar film's release date?
Bandar film will release in theatres on May 22, 2026. The film, directed by Anurag Kashyap and starring Bobby Deol, previously premiered at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival on September 6, 2025.