Anurag Kashyap is all set to take his new film, ‘Bandar’ (Monkey in a Cage), to the 50th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The film, based on true events, will have its world premiere as part of TIFF’s prestigious Special Presentations lineup this September, starring Bobby Deol, Sanya Malhotra, Saba Azad, and Sapna Pabbi. The project has sparked curiosity with its intense poster and bold tagline. ‘Bandar’ is produced by Nikhil Dwivedi and marks Kashyap’s comeback to international festivals.
#TIFF50 World Premiere:
🐒 MONKEY IN A CAGE
dir. Anurag Kashyap pic.twitter.com/tKG72IiItc— TIFF (@TIFF_NET) July 21, 2025
First Look of ‘Bandar’ Unveiled
The first official announcement came via social media, where Deol and the makers unveiled the film’s poster and cast. The gritty drama joins a curated lineup of global cinema at TIFF 2025, which showcases films from over 30 countries.
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