Overview

• The director clarified the film’s intent in an interview with SCREEN, as reported by The Indian Express and News18.
• He said the narrative concerns a false rape accusation, which he contrasted with MeToo’s emphasis on abuse of power.
• Bandar premiered at TIFF 2025, where early reactions were polarized and some readings labeled it anti‑MeToo.
• Kashyap said he would direct only if Sudip Sharma wrote the script, and the project marks his first collaboration with Bobby Deol.
• An India release date has not been announced, and Kashyap is preparing Nishaanchi Part 2.