Gandhari, a Hindi action thriller led by Taapsee Pannu, began streaming on Netflix on September 3, 2026. The platform describes the film as the story of a mother who loses her eyesight and whose daughter is kidnapped.
Story and principal cast
Netflix’s official listing says the protagonist takes matters into her own hands to pursue those responsible. The cast includes Taapsee Pannu, Ishwak Singh and Mita Vashisht.
The film was directed by Devashish Makhija and written and produced by Kanika Dhillon, according to pre-release material. Public descriptions position it as an emotionally driven action story built around a parent’s attempt to find and rescue her child.
Release confirmed by the platform
Netflix announced the September 3 premiere in August, and the film’s official title page now lists it as available to watch. That provides confirmation of the event date beyond preview articles.
The platform rates the title U/A 16+ in India and categorises it as a thriller. Viewers should consult the current Netflix listing for availability because catalogues and ratings can vary by country.
How the film is being presented
The promotional campaign emphasises maternal determination and survival rather than revealing every plot development. Early publicity should not be confused with independent critical assessment; claims that the film is “gripping” or “powerful” are promotional descriptions until supported by reviews and audience response.
Similarly, a streaming release does not provide public box-office data. Netflix may publish viewing rankings or engagement figures later, but no verified audience total was included in the material reviewed for this article.
Part of an India-first streaming slate
Gandhari arrives during a crowded week for Indian streaming services, with multiple films and series launching across platforms. A direct-to-streaming release gives the title immediate national reach among subscribers without the screen constraints of a theatrical opening.
Its long-term performance will depend on completion rates, word of mouth and visibility within Netflix’s recommendation system—metrics that are not fully visible to the public.
What to watch next
Independent reviews and any viewing data released by Netflix will provide a clearer picture of reception. For now, the factual development is the film’s confirmed September 3 availability and its central cast and creative team.
