Imtiaz Ali weighed in on the nepotism debate, saying star kids face unique pressures because they are compared to successful family members. He added that Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt have earned their place through talent and hard work

Bandar has sparked controversy after viewers claimed its theatrical version retains several cuss words and scenes that the CBFC had reportedly ordered to be modified. While social media alleges the film was released largely uncensored, neither the makers nor the CBFC have addressed the claims