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Inspector Zende: Manoj Bajpayee and Jim Sarbh's Crime Caper Film Coming Soon to Netflix
ByAinvest
Saturday, Aug 9, 2025 3:15 am ET1min read
Manoj Bajpayee and Jim Sarbh star in Inspector Zende, a crime caper film inspired by real-life events. Directed by Chinmay D Mandlekar, the film follows a fearless police officer tracking down a dangerous criminal who escapes from Tihar Jail. The film promises to bring crime and comedy together with a fresh spin on the cop-versus-criminal story. Inspector Zende is set to premiere on Netflix on September 5, 2025.
Netflix has announced a new crime caper film, Inspector Zende, set to premiere on September 5, 2025. The film stars Manoj Bajpayee and Jim Sarbh, with Bajpayee portraying the titular inspector and Sarbh playing a villain inspired by the infamous real-life serial killer Charles Sobhraj, often referred to as the "Bikini Killer" [1][2][3].Directed by Chinmay D Mandlekar, Inspector Zende is a gripping cat-and-mouse chase through the bustling streets of Mumbai during the 1970s and 1980s. The film follows Inspector Madhukar Zende as he tracks down a dangerous criminal who escapes from Tihar Jail. The narrative blends crime and comedy, offering a fresh take on the classic cop-versus-criminal story [1][2][3].
Bajpayee's character, Inspector Zende, is a determined and relentless police officer, while Sarbh's character, Carl Bhojraj, is a charming and manipulative villain. The film also features a strong supporting cast, including Bhalchandra Kadam, Sachin Khedekar, Girija Oak, and Harish Dudhade [1][2][3].
Produced by Northern Lights Films, Inspector Zende is a passion project for producer Om Raut, who collaborated with Jay Shewakramani. Raut shared that the film was inspired by his father's wish to see Inspector Zende's story brought to the screen. Ruchikaa Kapoor Sheikh, Director of Original Films at Netflix India, praised Mandlekar's direction for bringing a strong sense of place and realism to the storytelling [1][2][3].
The film's release date is locked, and it will be available exclusively on Netflix from September 5, 2025 [1][2][3].
References:
[1] https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/inspector-zende-netflix-manoj-bajpayee-jim-sarbh-sachin-khedekar/article69904595.ece
[2] https://www.indulgexpress.com/entertainment/tv/2025/Aug/07/netflix-announces-crime-caper-film-inspector-zende-starring-manoj-bajpayee-and-jim-sarbh-2
[3] https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/magazines/panache/inspector-zende-ott-release-locked-when-and-where-to-watch-manoj-bajpayee-jim-sarbh-crime-film/articleshow/123201698.cms
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