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'Bandar' to close National Indian Film Festival of Australia

Tuesday, 23 Jun, 2026
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap directing actor Bobby Deol in 'Bandar'. (Photo courtesy: Instagram@iambobbydeol)

Actor Bobby Deol’s starrer ‘Bandar’, which is currently winning hearts in theatres, is set to conclude the 2026 edition of the National Indian Film Festival of Australia (NIFFA). Directed by Anurag Kashyap, the thriller has been selected as the closing film of the festival’s final leg in Melbourne.

Widely regarded as one of the largest celebrations of Indian cinema outside India, the festival has brought together a mix of contemporary films, restored classics and industry discussions.

‘Bandar’, which stars Bobby Deol and Sanya Malhotra in lead roles, has drawn attention since its theatrical release on June 5 for its unconventional narrative and performances.

Directed by Anurag Kashyap, ‘Bandar’ has been written by Sudip Sharma and Abhishek Banerjee, known for their work on projects such as Paatal Lok, Kohrra and Udta Punjab.