Taapsee Pannu’s action thriller Gandhari is making a major impact on Netflix. Since its September 3 debut, the film has clocked an impressive 18.9 million views in just three weeks.
More importantly, Gandhari has remained in Netflix’s Global Top 10 for Non-English Movies for three consecutive weeks. As a result, the film is quickly emerging as one of the platform’s notable Indian streaming successes.
Gandhari’s Numbers Keep Growing
The film’s viewing pattern is particularly interesting. Instead of slowing down after its opening week, Gandhari gained significant momentum.
In Week 1, the film recorded 5.9 million views. Then, in Week 2, the number jumped to 9.6 million views. Finally, Week 3 added another 3.4 million views.
That strong second-week surge has helped keep the film in the global conversation. Moreover, its continued presence in Netflix’s Top 10 across several countries shows that audiences are still discovering the movie.
Taapsee Pannu Is Surprised by the Global Response
For Taapsee Pannu, the international response has been an unexpected highlight.
The actress always believed Gandhari had a strong emotional core. However, she did not expect the story to connect so deeply with audiences outside India.
According to Taapsee, the film is rooted in a very Indian setting. Its characters and emotional world also draw heavily from India’s heartland.
Yet, the response has travelled far beyond the country.
An Indian Story Finds Audiences Worldwide
Interestingly, Gandhari has connected with viewers in South America, Europe, Mexico, Canada and South Korea.
That response has been particularly meaningful for Taapsee. After all, many of these regions do not have large Indian diaspora populations.
Therefore, the film’s performance suggests that its emotional story has travelled beyond cultural boundaries. The central conflict is simple but powerful, making it accessible to viewers from different backgrounds.
For Taapsee, watching audiences across continents embrace the film has been “very, very heartwarming.”
A Mother’s Fight Drives the Story
At the centre of Gandhari is Bani, played by Taapsee Pannu.
Bani is a mother whose daughter is kidnapped. She then begins a relentless mission to bring her child back.
However, the film is not just about action. Instead, it combines intense fight sequences with a deeply personal emotional journey.
That emotional foundation gives Bani’s battle a clear purpose. She is not fighting simply for revenge or survival. She is fighting for her daughter.
Taapsee Takes on a Different Action Role
Taapsee has explored action in the past. Nevertheless, Gandhari offered her a different kind of challenge.
The actress stepped into an intense role that demanded both physical commitment and emotional depth. Consequently, the action becomes closely connected to Bani’s personal struggle.
This combination also gives Taapsee an opportunity to explore a more emotionally driven action character.
Gandhari Surpasses Several Indian Netflix Films
The film’s impressive three-week numbers have also put it ahead of several major Indian direct-to-OTT Netflix releases.
Its reported viewership has surpassed the three-week numbers of titles such as Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga, Jaane Jaan, Do Patti and Darlings.
However, the biggest talking point remains its second-week performance. Rather than experiencing a traditional post-release drop, Gandhari saw its audience numbers rise sharply.
That kind of sustained momentum has helped the film maintain its place on Netflix’s global charts.
The Team Behind Gandhari
Gandhari is directed by Devashish Makhija. Meanwhile, Kanika Dhillon has written and produced the film.
The project also marks another collaboration between Dhillon and Taapsee. The duo previously worked together on Haseen Dillruba and Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba.
The cast further features Ishwak Singh, Chhaya Kadam, Swastika Mukherjee, Mita Vashisht and Jatin Sarna.
Together, the team has created a thriller that combines action with a strong emotional centre.
Can Gandhari Go Even Further?
Now, Gandhari is entering its fourth week on Netflix. Therefore, all eyes are on whether its global momentum can continue.
The film has already maintained a three-week streak in Netflix’s Global Top 10 for Non-English Movies. It has also continued to attract viewers across multiple international markets.
For Taapsee and the team, the response represents more than impressive streaming numbers. It also highlights the growing global reach of Indian stories.
Indian Stories Are Travelling Further
Streaming has changed the way audiences discover films. Today, a story rooted in one part of India can reach viewers across the world within days.
Gandhari is a strong example of that shift. Its setting and characters are distinctly Indian, yet its central emotional conflict has connected with audiences internationally.
As a result, Taapsee Pannu’s Gandhari is shaping up to be an important Indian streaming success of 2026.
The film’s journey is far from over. With its fourth-week run now underway, its next set of Netflix numbers could reveal just how far this global momentum can go.
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Neha Nikharge is Assistant Editor at Awesome TV and a writer for AWSM Times. Neha covers Bollywood, OTT releases, celebrity interviews and pop culture for South Asian audiences in the US and around the world, and has written more than 4,500 stories for Awesome TV. Story tips and corrections: hello@awesometv.com.
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