Inspector Zende premieres exclusively on Netflix India on September 5, 2025, streaming at midnight IST. This quirky crime-comedy thriller stars Manoj Bajpayee as the relentless Inspector Madhukar Zende and Jim Sarbh as Carl Bhojraj—the Swimsuit Killer—bringing to life a cat-and-mouse chase set in 1970s–80s Mumbai.
What Is Inspector Zende About?
True Story Inspiration
Loosely inspired by the real pursuits of Mumbai cop Madhukar Zende, who twice captured serial murderer Charles Sobhraj, the film reimagines Sobhraj as Carl Bhojraj, the “Swimsuit Killer” targeting Western tourists along India’s Hippie Trail.
Plot Overview
In the winding gullies of 1970s–80s Mumbai, when Carl Bhojraj breaks out of Tihar Jail, Inspector Zende embarks on a relentless pursuit. Armed with wit, grit, and old-school detective chops, Zende navigates underworld networks and colonial-era chaos to recapture the elusive killer—blending suspense with wry Bombay humor.
Premiere Date & Streaming Details
Release Date & Time in India
Inspector Zende launches on September 5, 2025, at 12:00 AM IST on Netflix India.
Where to Watch on Netflix
Available exclusively on Netflix.com and the Netflix app in India and select global regions.
Audio & Subtitle Options
- Audio: Hindi [Original], English, Spanish (Latin America), Tamil, Telugu, Portuguese (Brazil)
- Subtitles: English, Hindi, Arabic, French, Polish, Ukrainian, Simplified & Traditional Chinese
Cast & Crew Highlights
- Manoj Bajpayee as Inspector Madhukar Bapurao Zende
- Jim Sarbh as Carl Bhojraj (the Swimsuit Killer)
- Sachin Khedekar, Girija Oak, Bhalchandra Kadam, Harish Dudhade
- Director & Screenwriter: Chinmay Mandlekar
- Producers: Om Raut, Jay Shewakramani
Why You Shouldn’t Miss It
Crime-Comedy Blend: Balances nail-biting tension with local Bombay humor.
Stellar Performances: Bajpayee’s deadpan gravitas meets Sarbh’s charismatic villainy.
Period Authenticity: Sepia-tinted cinematography and vintage production design evoke 1970s Mumbai nostalgia.
People Also Ask
- When is Inspector Zende on Netflix India? September 5, 2025, at midnight IST.
- Is Inspector Zende based on a true story? Yes—loosely inspired by the real-life cat-and-mouse between Charles Sobhraj and Inspector Madhukar Zende.
- Who plays the Swimsuit Killer? Jim Sarbh portrays Carl Bhojraj, the fictionalized Bikini Killer.
- How long is the film? Approximately 1 hour 52 minutes.
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