The film Bandar, directed by Anurag Kashyap and starring Bobby Deol, will premiere on the streaming platform ZEE5 later this month, according to multiple reports from Indian outlets including Hindustan Times and The Times of India.
The movie has been a subject of controversy, with Hindustan Times describing it as a film tied to the "#MeTooForMen" conversation. The streaming release follows its earlier run in theaters, though the specific theatrical dates were not detailed in the reporting.
Bandar marks a collaboration between Kashyap and Deol, two prominent figures in Indian cinema. The thriller drama has generated attention not only for its cast and crew but also for the themes it explores, which have sparked debate online and in the press. Telegraph India confirmed the film's release this month, while BizAsiaLive and Indian Broadcasting World both independently verified that ZEE5 secured the streaming rights.
The exact premiere date on ZEE5 has not been confirmed in the available reporting, but the film is expected to become available to subscribers before the end of August. The OTT debut will allow a wider audience to access the movie, which had a limited theatrical presence.
For viewers who have followed the discourse around the film's subject matter, the streaming release offers a chance to see the finished work. As with many of Kashyap's projects, Bandar is likely to continue generating discussion once it lands on the platform.
Watch for the official ZEE5 announcement to confirm the precise streaming date.
