Archive · 4 Sep 2025
Inspector Zende: Manoj Bajpayee Discusses His New Role
Manoj Bajpayee stars in 'Inspector Zende,' a crime drama coming to Netflix on September 5.
The film is inspired by real-life cop Madhukar B Zende.
Jim Sarbh plays a character, Carl Bhojraj, based on serial killer Charles Sobhraj.
Manoj Bajpayee says his character is very different from previous roles, portraying a family man who is a team player.
The actor explains that portraying less-known real-life figures requires capturing their essence rather than strict imitation.
The film is directed by debutant Chinmay Mandlekar.
Manoj Bajpayee stars in 'Inspector Zende', streaming on Netflix.
The film is based on real-life cop Madhukar B Zende.
Jim Sarbh plays Carl Bhojraj, inspired by Charles Sobhraj.
Manoj Bajpayee says his character is different from previous roles.
The film is directed by Chinmay Mandlekar.
- Who
- Manoj Bajpayee and Jim Sarbh
- What
- The upcoming Netflix film Inspector Zende
- When
- September 5
- Where
- Netflix
- Why
- To stream the film
- Film Title
- Inspector Zende
- Starring
- Manoj Bajpayee, Jim Sarbh
- Inspired by
- Madhukar B Zende
- Jim Sarbh's Character
- Carl Bhojraj (based on Charles Sobhraj)
- Release Date
- September 5
- Streaming Platform
- Netflix
- Director
- Chinmay Mandlekar
Sources
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