Netflix Announces New Crime Caper 'Inspector Zende' with Manoj Bajpayee and Jim Sarbh

Netflix has announced a new crime caper film, "Inspector Zende," starring Manoj Bajpayee and Jim Sarbh. Directed by Chinmay D Mandlekar, the film is based on the real-life story of a heroic cop tracking down the infamous "Bikini Killer" Charles Sobhraj. The film is set in 1970s and 1980s Mumbai and follows a determined police officer's epic cat and mouse chase with the notorious killer. The film premieres on Netflix on September 5.

Netflix has announced the upcoming release of "Inspector Zende," a crime drama set to premiere on September 5, 2025. The film is directed by Chinmay D Mandlekar and stars Manoj Bajpayee and Jim Sarbh. The plot revolves around the relentless pursuit of the infamous "Swimsuit Killer" by a sharp, old-school police officer in 1970s-80s Mumbai.

The film is based on true events and promises a gripping narrative grounded in classic detective work. It is a salute to the era when gut and grit led investigations. The announcement was accompanied by a statement: "Chor-police ka khel ab hoga shuru. Inspector Zende is now reporting for duty."

The ensemble cast includes Bhalchandra Kadam and Sachin Khedekar, with the film produced by Om Raut and Jay Shewakramani. The producers expressed their excitement about the project, noting that it was a dream come true for them. The film aims to celebrate a forgotten chapter of Mumbai’s criminal history through the lens of an unlikely hero.

"Inspector Zende" will stream exclusively on Netflix, bringing a riveting cat-and-mouse chase to audiences worldwide. The film is expected to be a significant addition to Netflix's library of true crime dramas, joining other successful series like "The Serpent" and "World’s Most Notorious Killers."

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[1] https://www.indiatoday.in/entertainment/ott/story/netflix-announces-new-film-inspector-zende-with-manoj-bajpayee-jim-sarbh-2767677-2025-08-07
[2] https://decider.com/show/the-serpent/