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Netflix has unveiled the trailer of its upcoming film Inspector Zende, set to stream exclusively on the platform from September 5. Written and directed by Chinmay Mandlekar and produced by Jay Shewakramani and Om Raut, the film is loosely inspired by the real-life story of Inspector Madhukar Zende, a street-smart Mumbai cop who became a legend for capturing the notorious “Swimsuit Killer,” Carl Bhojraj — not once, but twice.
Inspector Zende Trailer: Netflix guarantees a showdown between Manoj Bajpayee and Jim Sarbh in a high-stakes cat-and-mouse chase
Set in an era before CCTV surveillance and digital forensics, Inspector Zende traces the relentless pursuit of a cop who relied on instinct, resourcefulness, and teamwork to bring down considered one of town’s most elusive criminals.
The film stars Manoj Bajpayee within the titular role, with Jim Sarbh portraying Carl Bhojraj. The supporting solid includes Sachin Khedekar, Bhalchandra Kadam, Harish Dudhade, Onkar Raut, Bharat Savale, and Nitin Bhajan as a part of Zende’s trusted team. Girija Oak and Vaibhav Mangale also appear in key roles. The trailer teases a combination of quirky camaraderie, intense drama, and an unforgettable chase that spans across cities before culminating in Goa.
Sharing his thoughts on playing Inspector Zende, Manoj Bajpayee said, “What fascinated me about Inspector Zende was that he wasn’t chasing glory — he was just doing his job, yet caught some of the notorious criminals twice. His bravery, humour, and that unmistakable Mumbai flavour make his journey truly inspiring. Meeting him felt like moving into a storybook, with a lifetime of tales to inform. Playing him let me dive right into a world that’s as gritty because it is entertaining. The trailer is just a glimpse — the film takes you right into the center of it. I’m glad his story is finally getting the highlight it deserves, and that too globally on Netflix.”
Director Chinmay D. Mandlekar added, “Inspector Zende’s real-life chase had all of the ingredients of a gripping film: a larger-than-life cop, a slippery antagonist, and an unforgettable era of Mumbai. But what really stayed with me was the camaraderie, the small moments, and the quirks of the people involved. The trailer hints on the chase, however the film allows you to live every beat of it. I can’t wait for audiences to experience it on Netflix.”
With its mix of motion, wit, and nostalgia, Inspector Zende goals to bring alive a story of courage and resilience, because the Swimsuit Killer meets his match.
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