Bandar trailer review: Bobby Deol impresses in Anurag Kashyap’s dark thriller

Bobby Deol is making his comeback with new film 'Bandar' and the makers just released the film's trailer which is already making headlines with Booby Deol's unbelieveable performance. The trailer of Bobby Deol’s upcoming film Bandar was unveiled on May 21 and has already started receiving a strong response from audiences.

After leaving a mark with his powerful appearances in Animal and The Ba**ds of Bollywood, Bobby is now seen in a completely different role. In Bandar, he plays a troubled rockstar whose life takes a dark turn after matching with someone on a dating app. What begins as a modern love story quickly turns into chaos, making the trailer intense, emotional, and gripping.

Anurag Kashyap Brings a Dark Thriller

Directed by Anurag Kashyap, Bandar promises a raw and edgy cinematic experience. The film is written by Sudip Sharma and Abhishek Banerjee, the creators behind critically acclaimed projects like Paatal Lok, Kohrra, and Udta Punjab. Along with Bobby Deol, the film features a strong ensemble cast including Raj B Shetty, Saba Azad, Riddhi Sen, Jitendra Joshi, Indrajeet, and Nagesh Bhonsle. The trailer hints at a story filled with emotional breakdowns, fame, relationships, and personal destruction.

Bobby Deol on His Comeback Journey

Bobby Deol recently reflected on his 30-year journey in the film industry and spoke openly about the ups and downs of his career. He shared that OTT platforms completely changed his life as an actor by giving him opportunities that mainstream cinema was not offering. Bobby admitted that before taking up Aashram, he feared how fans and even his family would react because of the bold role. Coming from an old-school film family, he believed there was pressure to maintain a certain image. However, the success of the show proved to be a turning point in his career.

The actor also revealed that a difficult phase in his career motivated him to work harder after his son once asked why he was not working anymore. Since then, Bobby has rebuilt his career with discipline and determination. He also credited Salman Khan and films like Race 3 for helping him return to the spotlight.

TIFF Premiere Adds More Excitement

One of the biggest achievements for Bandar is its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2025. Bobby Deol said he feels extremely grateful and thankful that the film received such an honour. The actor also explained his approach towards playing dark or negative characters. According to him, people who do wrong never think they are bad, and that mindset helps him perform such roles naturally. With Bandar, Bobby Deol once again seems ready to surprise audiences and continue his impressive second innings in the entertainment industry.