Manoj Bajpayee’s Ghooskhor Pandat lands in legal trouble for its title? Here’s what we know
Soon after the announcement, Manoj Bajpayee’s Ghooskhor Pandat started facing backlash on the internet for its derogatory title towards the Brahmin community.
Last Updated: 01.19 PM, Feb 05, 2026
Manoj Bajpayee’s film Ghooskhor Pandat recently unveiled its first look in a stunning Netflix lineup of 2026. Helmed by Neeraj Pandey, the upcoming venture quickly grabbed attention for its scenes and the title. However, the movie has now landed in legal trouble after a petition has been filed in the Delhi High Court to put a hold on its release. The petitioner sought an action against the film for its derogatory title that targets a particular community. Starring Manoj Bajpayee in the lead, Ghooskhor Pandat is among the big releases on Netflix. Here’s more about the upcoming film and the controversy that has shrouded its existence.
Why is Ghooskhor Pandat facing backlash?
Ghooskhor Pandat marks another collaboration between Manoj Bajpayee and Neeraj Pandey after Special 26, Ouch, and more. Netflix recently released its exciting 2026 slate, which features multiple origins web series and films like Ghooskhor Pandat, Ikka, Hum Hindustani, and several others. Soon after the announcement, Manoj Bajpayee’s Ghooskhor Pandat started facing backlash on the internet for its derogatory title towards the Brahmin community. For the unversed, Ghooskhor Pandat associates a particular caste with bribery or corruption and hence allegedly hurts the sentiments of people.
What does the petition against Ghooskhor Pandat say?
Following the announcement of the film, a petition has been filed in Delhi High Court to put a stay on the release of the Netflix film. The plea further stated how the title and promotional material are "communally offensive and defamatory in nature."
The plea states that the movie's title and promotional material suggest a deliberate association of the term "Pandat" with corruption and bribery.
The petitioner also objected to the film’s release to prevent it from harming the sentiments of the Brahmin community and urged the makers not to tarnish its reputation. Citing these issues, the petitioner has urged the court to take legal action to maintain communal harmony and public order.
Advocate Vineet Jindal filed the petition to seek a stay on Ghooskhor Pandit. According to the plea, “Ghooskhor Pandat” (referring to Pandit) intends to defame a community by associating it with the corrupt trait of the titular lead. It mentioned that the movie "deliberately associates a well-recognised religious and social designation with corruption and bribery, thereby maligning and lowering the reputation of an entire community in the eyes of the public."
What is Ghooskhor Pandat about?
Netflix’s Ghooskhor Pandat is headlined by Manoj Bajpayee as a corrupt cop. Things take a turn when he finds an injured woman and gets entangled in a larger conspiracy during his quest. Set during the timeline of a single night, this action-packed drama film promises a twisted tale of corruption and power. Ritesh Shah serves as the director, with Neeraj Pandey as his co-writer. The ensemble boasts the likes of Nushrratt Bharuccha, Saqib Saleem, Akshay Oberoi, and Divya Dutta.
Ghooskhor Pandit FAQs:
Q. Who plays the lead in Ghooskhor Pandat?
A. Manoj Bajpayee headlines Ghooskhor Pandat as a corrupt cop who embarks on a challenging quest after he gets entangled with an injured woman.
Q. Why is Ghooskhor Pandat facing a backlash?
A. Neeraj Pandey and Manoj Bajpayee's Ghooskhor Pandat faced backlash for its derogatory title that intends to hurt the sentiments of a certain group. Following the announcement of the film, a petition has been filed in Delhi High Court to put a stay on the release of the Netflix film.