Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has publicly supported the upcoming film Bandar, directed by Anurag Kashyap and starring Bobby Deol. The gesture has caught attention because of Salman’s long-standing fallout with filmmaker Abhinav Kashyap, Anurag’s brother.
Salman shared the teaser of the film on Instagram shortly after it was released on May 7. Along with the teaser, the actor encouraged fans to watch the movie in theatres when it releases on June 5.
Salman Khan’s Instagram Post Goes Viral
Sharing the teaser on social media, Salman wrote that audiences should “race to the cinema” to watch the film with friends. His enthusiastic promotion quickly went viral online, with fans praising the actor for supporting fellow filmmakers and actors despite past controversies.
Many social media users called Salman’s gesture mature and positive, especially given the public disagreements between him and Abhinav Kashyap over the years.
The Salman Khan–Abhinav Kashyap Controversy
The support for Bandar comes years after Abhinav Kashyap accused Salman Khan and his family of interfering in his professional career. Abhinav, who directed the blockbuster film Dabangg, had alleged that Salman took undue credit for the movie’s success and created difficulties for him in the industry.
In recent interviews and podcast appearances, Abhinav revisited old disputes linked to the making of Tere Naam, claiming that Anurag Kashyap had to leave the project because of disagreements involving Salman.
Salman later responded during an episode of Bigg Boss, saying that Abhinav should focus on his own family and relationships rather than continuing public conflicts.
What ‘Bandar’ Is About
The teaser of Bandar introduces Bobby Deol as Sameer Mehra, a fading rockstar whose life changes dramatically after he becomes embroiled in a sexual assault scandal. Actress Sanya Malhotra plays his sister, who fights to defend him with legal support.
The teaser features Bobby in a stylish rockstar avatar before the story shifts into an intense courtroom and emotional drama. The film has already generated buzz for its strong performances and dark storytelling style.
Anurag Kashyap Praises Bobby Deol’s Performance
In a recent interview, Anurag Kashyap praised Bobby Deol for taking on a vulnerable and emotionally demanding role. He said the actor delivered one of his most honest performances in the film and appreciated his willingness to work alongside several acclaimed theatre performers and National Award-winning actors.
‘Bandar’ Release Date and Cast
Directed by Anurag Kashyap, Bandar is produced by Saffron Entertainment and presented by Zee Studios. The film also stars Sapna Pabbi, Saba Azad, Indrajith Sukumaran, Raj B Shetty and Jitendra Joshi.
The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and is scheduled for a theatrical release on June 5, 2026.
