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Anup Bhandari

Directing
Updated: Apr 17, 2026
4Total Films
6.8 Highest Rated
Birth Place: Mangalore, Karnataka, India

About Anup Bhandari

A software engineer-turned-filmmaker Anup Bhandari was born to Rathna Bhandari and director Sudhakar Bhandari. After completing his engineering from the Vidya Vikas Institute of Engineering & Technology (VVIET), Mysore, India, Anup went on the write and direct his debut project RangiTaranga (2015) which received critical acclaim post its release. With the movie being one of the most successful Kannada movies of the year, it won several accolades including the Filmfare Award for Best Film. Anup who had also written the songs and composed for the movie won the Filmfare Award for Best Director and the IIFA Utsavam Awards for Best Music Director and Best Lyrics. He is associated with the bilingual movies Rajaratha and Rajaratham, directed by Anup Bhandari. His 2019 release includes Aadi Lakshmi Puraana, directed by Priya V.

Anup Bhandari Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Anup Bhandari reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 4 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Anup Bhandari's work falls within the Romance genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 25% of Anup Bhandari's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Rangi Taranga, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Anup Bhandari Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Anup Bhandari's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Anup Bhandari has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Just Married - Flop Similar →
2018 Rajaratha - Average Similar →
2018 Rajaratha Media Reporter Average Similar →
2015 Rangi Taranga Gautam Suvarna Hit Similar →

Anup Bhandari - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Anup Bhandari?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Anup Bhandari is "Rangi Taranga" with a rating of 6.8/10.

How many movies has Anup Bhandari acted in?

Anup Bhandari has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Anup Bhandari?

Other notable films include "Rajaratha", "Rajaratha", and "Just Married".

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