Anurag Kashyap's Bandar first look out: Bobby Deol and Sanya Malhotra-led film to world premiere at TIFF 2025
Anurag Kashyap's film Bandar, starring Bobby Deol and Sanya Malhotra, will premiere at TIFF 2025 under the Special Presentations section, marking a major moment for Indian cinema globally.
Last Updated: 01.47 PM, Jul 22, 2025
The 50th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), to be held from September 4 to 14, 2025, will be the site of the global premiere of filmmaker Anurag Kashyap's next feature film, Bandar (English title: Monkey in a Cage). Bobby Deol and Sanya Malhotra, the film's lead actors, have finally been announced at this formal unveiling.
Bobby Deol's first look unveiled with TIFF Announcement
An intense first glance at Bobby Deol appeared on the film's promotional poster, which served as the announcement. "The Story that should not have been told... But is the Official Selection at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival 2025," the producers announced on social media, confirming the film's TIFF selection.
TIFF's Special Presentations area features Bandar, showcasing acclaimed international filmmakers and their groundbreaking works. The film will now be shown at one of the world's most prestigious film festivals, where it will compete with other highly anticipated international titles.
Anurag Kashyap returns with politically charged true story
Acclaimed for his bold and uncompromising storytelling in films like Gangs of Wasseypur, Black Friday, and Ugly, Anurag Kashyap applies his directing approach to a story that is based on true events. Complex storylines, frequently with strong political and social undertones, are the focus of his ongoing investigation in this project.
With his recent comeback in Hindi film, Bobby Deol tops the cast. Along with him, Sanya Malhotra, Saba Azad, and Sapna Pabbi all have significant roles to perform in the movie. Promotional materials hint at a dramatic drama with a heavy tone and themes, but information about the plot is still under wraps.
Nikhil Dwivedi, whose previous production credits include CTRL (2024) and Veere Di Wedding (2018), is the film's producer. Naagin, starring Shraddha Kapoor, is another upcoming fantasy film that Dwivedi is involved with.
Global spotlight on Indian cinema
The world's critics, distributors, and festivalgoers will be watching Monkey in a Cage as it makes its premiere at TIFF. The premiere of this film signifies a significant achievement for the creators and further supports the increasing visibility of Indian cinema at prestigious international film festivals.