'Bandar': Bobby Deol, Anurag Kashyap's hard hitting film locks June 5 release date
Mumbai, February 20
The makers of 'Bandar,' which stars actor Bobby Deol in the lead, have announced the film's release date.
As per a release, the film, directed by Anurag Kashyap, is set to hit theatres worldwide on June 5 later this year.
The upcoming film brings together Bobby Deol and filmmaker Anurag Kashyap for a new project backed by Zee Studios. The movie is produced by Nikhil Dwivedi.
'Bandar' has been written by Sudip Sharma and Abhishek Banerjee. Both writers are known for projects such as 'Paatal Lok,' 'Kohrra' and 'Udta Punjab.'
Anurag Kashyap is known for films like 'Gangs of Wasseypur' and 'Black Friday.' Bobby Deol, who has recently received praise for several performances, will be seen in the lead role in the drama.
Apart from Bobby Deol, the film also stars Sanya Malhotra, Raj B Shetty, Jitendra Joshi, Sapna Pabbi, Indrajith Sukumaran, Riddhi Sen, Saba Azad and Nagesh Bhosle.
'Bandar' earlier premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2025, where it garnered attention from critics and audiences alike. The film is inspired by true events.
Bobby Deol was last seen in the film 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu' written and directed by A M Jyothi Krishna alongside Krish Jagarlamudi. The film starred Pawan Kalyan in the lead role.
With a career spanning over three decades, Bobby Deol began his journey as a romantic hero in the 1990s and gradually evolved into a versatile performer.
Up next, Bobby Deol will be seen in 'Jana Nayagan' starring Vijay. Amid the ongoing controversies surrounding its certification, 'Jana Nayagan' is yet to receive an official release date.
Apart from this, the actor will also be seen in the much-anticipated spy thriller 'Alpha', which also stars Alia.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Bobby Deol is having such a great comeback phase. From 'Animal' to this – he’s choosing some really intense roles. I hope 'Bandar' lives up to the hype. Sanya Malhotra is also a great addition! 👌
Honestly, Anurag Kashyap hasn’t delivered a solid hit in a while. 'Gangs of Wasseypur' was a masterpiece, but his recent films have been average. Let's see if this one brings back his magic. Bobby Deol needs a strong script to shine.
The cast is fantastic – Raj B Shetty, Jitendra Joshi, and Saba Azad! And written by the 'Paatal Lok' team? That's a killer combination. This could be one of the best films of 2025. Mark my words. 🎬💥
I hope it's not just another violent film with a social message. Anurag Kashyap tends to go overboard sometimes. But Bobby Deol's recent performances have been top-notch, so I'm cautiously optimistic. June 5 it is!
The title 'Bandar' is intriguing – makes me think of gritty, street-level drama. And Sanya Malhotra is always brilliant. I just hope the film doesn't get lost in controversy like some of Kashyap's earlier projects. Let's enjoy good cinema! 🙏
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