The film 'Bandar,' helmed by Anurag Kashyap and featuring Bobby Deol in a lead capacity, has been officially slated for a worldwide theatrical release on June 5, 2026. The production, penned by Sudip Sharma and Abhishek Banerjee, known for their contributions to projects like 'Paatal Lok' and 'Kohrra,' has seen its release date shift. Originally targeting a May 22nd debut, the film's premiere was announced today.
The ensemble cast of 'Bandar' includes Sanya Malhotra, Raj B Shetty, Jitendra Joshi, Sapna Pabbi, Indrajith Sukumaran, Riddhi Sen, Saba Azad, and Nagesh Bhosle, all in significant roles. The project is described as an intense, performance-led drama and has been noted to address themes of legal injustice.
Anurag Kashyap has been vocal about the film's narrative, clarifying in past interviews that 'Bandar' is not connected to the 'MeToo' movement or discussions around power dynamics and sexual undertones, despite initial speculation. The film made its international debut at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in September of the previous year.
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The official logline, as per IMDb, outlines the plot: "TV star Samar's (Deol) life spirals when his ex Gayatri accuses him of rape after he blocks contact with her. Despite his new relationship with Khushi, he faces arrest and encounters a corrupt justice system."
'Bandar' is produced by actor-producer Nikhil Dwivedi under his Saffron Magicworks banner, in association with Zee Studios. This marks a collaboration that has also backed Vikramaditya Motwane's recent film 'CTRL'.
The June 5 release date positions 'Bandar' for a potential box office confrontation with Yash's film, 'Toxic,' which is also anticipated to arrive around the same period. This strategic scheduling suggests a competitive landscape for theatrical releases in mid-2026.
