Manoj Bajpayee: 'Ghooskhor Pandit' gets a new title; trailer and release date revealed—when will the film hit theaters?
- byShikha Srivastava
- 15 Oct, 2026
There was significant controversy surrounding the film's original title. Objections were raised, with claims that the name could hurt the sentiments of the Brahmin community. The matter even reached the Delhi High Court.
Netflix informed the court that, in light of these objections, the filmmakers had decided to change the title. Following this, the petitioner stated that their grievance had been addressed, leading the court to dispose of the petition that had sought to halt the film's release.
What is the film's new title and plot?
The film has been retitled 'Gajab Raat'. The story of 'Gajab Raat' revolves around a police officer caught in a dilemma between his personal gain and doing what is right.
The narrative unfolds over the course of a single night. It explores how a single decision triggers a series of subsequent events, forcing the characters to confront difficult situations. The film also delves into the choices made by the characters and the consequences that follow.
When will the film be released?
This project marks the reunion of Manoj Bajpayee and filmmaker Neeraj Pandey after nearly a decade. The film is produced by Neeraj Pandey’s company, Friday Filmworks, and is directed by Ritesh Shah, who makes his directorial debut with this project.
In addition to Manoj Bajpayee, the film features Saqib Saleem, Akshay Oberoi, Divya Dutta, Kiku Sharda, and Nushrratt Bharuccha in key roles. This suspense thriller is set to be released on Netflix on October 23.
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