Written and produced by Kanika Dhillon and directed by Devashish Makhija, Gandhari stars Taapsee Pannu alongside Ishwak Singh, Chhaya Kadam, Swastika Mukherjee, Mita Vashisht and Jatin Sarna
Mumbai, 25 August 2026 : A mother’s worst fear becomes the beginning of an extraordinary fight. Netflix today unveiled the trailer of Gandhari, an action-thriller starring Taapsee Pannu as Bani, whose desperate search for her abducted daughter draws her into a far more dangerous reality than she could have imagined.
Set in the fictitious town Joypurra, the trailer offers a glimpse into a place where fear and silence coexist with the enigmatic Behrupiyas who form an integral part of the town’s cultural fabric. As the investigation begins to unravel unsettling questions, Bani takes matters into her own hands, determined to bring her daughter home. What follows is a relentless journey through hidden truths, mounting danger and unexpected allies, where hope must continually stand its ground against darkness.
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Marking one of Taapsee Pannu’s most physically demanding roles to date, Gandhari blends intense action with a story of courage, sacrifice and perseverance. Ishwak Singh stars as Gokul, a father grappling with the disappearance of his daughter, while Jatin Sarna plays Kabir, the officer leading the investigation. Swastika Mukherjee, Mita Vashisht and Chhaya Kadam complete the ensemble, each adding a distinct layer to the mystery and intrigue surrounding Joypurra. Directed by Devashish Makhija and written and produced by Kanika Dhillon, Gandhari premieres on September 3, only on Netflix.
Reflecting on her experience of working on Gandhari, Taapsee Pannu said, _“What stayed with me throughout Gandhari was Bani’s refusal to give up, even when everything seemed stacked against her. The role demanded a great deal physically, but it was her resilience, conviction and unwavering spirit that truly drew me in. Reuniting with Kanika as well as Netflix once again was incredibly special- over the years, we’ve built a creative partnership rooted in trust and a shared love for telling stories about complex, compelling women. Bringing this film to life with Devashish and such a talented ensemble cast made the experience all the more rewarding. I can’t wait for audiences around the world to experience Gandhari on September 3.”_
Director Devashish Makhija added, _“What drew me to Gandhari was the cinematic potential to visually build a mysterious, layered world that hasn’t been seen before on screen. Yet, beneath all of the suspense, peril and action is a universal story of human choices, consequences, and the extraordinary lengths someone can go to for the one they love most. Bringing this vision to life with Tapsee and a fantastic, inspiring ensemble cast was a privilege. With Netflix, now audiences across the world can experience this journey on September 3.”_
Step into the world of Joypurra and witness Bani’s relentless fight when Gandhari premieres September 3, only on Netflix.