One middle card, two sides, and a decision that resolves in seconds. Andar Bahar is the simplest and most exciting card game in South Asia, and Mostbat brings it to you in both live dealer and instant-play formats – available in PKR, 24 hours a day.
From live studio tables with real dealers to ultra-fast instant rounds, every Andar Bahar format you need is here in one place.
A professional human dealer in a real studio deals every card. Watch every move in HD, chat with the dealer and feel the authentic atmosphere of a real Andar Bahar table, all from your phone.
Faster rounds, same rules. Cards are dealt at double speed and rounds resolve in under 20 seconds. Ideal for players who prefer rapid sessions and want to fit in more hands in less time.
A pure RNG version where you set your own pace. Tap to deal the next card whenever you are ready. No waiting for other players, no timing pressure – just the game at your own speed, any time.
Standard Andar Bahar rules with an optional side bet that unlocks a progressive jackpot pool. Place the side wager before each round for a chance at a massive bonus payout on top of your main game win.
Andar Bahar has been played across Pakistan, India and the wider South Asian region for generations. It is the kind of game you can explain to anyone in thirty seconds and start enjoying immediately, yet it holds your attention across hundreds of rounds because every single deal feels different. At its core the mechanics could not be simpler: a single card is placed face-up in the middle of the table, and then the dealer alternates placing cards on the Andar (inside) pile and the Bahar (outside) pile until a card matching the middle card's value appears. You bet on which side that matching card lands.
That is genuinely all there is to learn. The straightforwardness is a big part of its appeal. There is no complicated strategy chart to memorise, no multi-stage bonus mechanics to follow, and no hidden rules that only experienced players know. Whether you have been playing Andar Bahar at family gatherings since you were twelve or you are trying it for the very first time on Mostbat tonight, you are on equal footing from the very first hand.
What makes Andar Bahar genuinely exciting at Mostbat is the live dealer format. Watching a real human dealer handle an actual deck of cards on a beautifully lit studio table, with the camera switching angles as each card hits the felt, adds a dimension of atmosphere that a pure RNG version simply cannot match. The chat function is open, the dealer is responsive, and the whole experience lands somewhere between a professional casino visit and the casual comfort of playing on your couch in Lahore.
All bets listed below are available on Live Andar Bahar. RNG tables may carry a reduced market set depending on the variant.
| Bet Type | Description | Payout | House Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andar (first card goes to Andar) | You bet that the joker's match lands on the Andar side. Slightly lower odds since Andar is dealt first. | 0.9:1 | 2.15% |
| Bahar (first card goes to Andar) | Bet on the Bahar side when Andar receives the first card. Higher odds to compensate for dealing second. | 1:1 | 2.15% |
| Andar (first card goes to Bahar) | If Bahar receives the opening card, betting Andar carries the better odds of the two main bets. | 1:1 | 2.15% |
| Number of Cards Side Bet | Predict how many cards will be dealt before a match appears. Categories: 1, 2–5, 6–10, 11–15, 16+. | Up to 11:1 | Varies |
| Suit Side Bet | Bet on the suit (clubs, hearts, spades, diamonds) of the joker card that appears in the middle. | 3:1 | 6.25% |
| Joker Card Colour | Simply bet on whether the middle joker card will be a red or black card. Even simpler than the main bet. | 0.95:1 | 2.56% |
| Lucky Jackpot Side Bet | Optional progressive jackpot wager available on Lucky Andar Bahar tables. Jackpot triggers on specific conditions. | Progressive | Varies |
When Mostbat first launched Andar Bahar in the live lobby, the response from Pakistani players was immediate and sustained. The game has deep roots across the subcontinent – it is played at weddings, Eid gatherings, and impromptu sessions with friends and family – and bringing it into a proper online environment where you can play for real PKR at any hour felt natural rather than forced.
The payment experience at Mostbat makes a real difference too. Depositing Rs 500 via Easypaisa, playing twenty minutes of live Andar Bahar and then withdrawing your winnings back to JazzCash – all within a single evening – is a smooth, entirely PKR experience with no currency confusion anywhere in the chain. Withdrawals typically clear to your mobile wallet in under three minutes.
The 15% weekly cashback offer at Mostbat is particularly well-suited to Andar Bahar players. Because the main Andar and Bahar bets pay very close to even money, your balance moves in relatively gradual swings rather than sharp spikes. Any net loss across the week comes back at fifteen percent on Friday – no wagering requirement, no complicated conditions. Players across Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad and Peshawar have found this makes Andar Bahar sessions at Mostbat feel significantly more comfortable than at other platforms where cashback either does not exist or comes buried in fine print.
The Turbo variant deserves a special mention for players who access Mostbat during commutes or short breaks. A single Turbo Andar Bahar round resolves in under twenty seconds, so you can fit a meaningful session into a ten-minute window. The RTP stays identical to the standard live table at 97.85%, so you are not giving anything up in terms of value by choosing speed over atmosphere.
Register at Mostbat, deposit via Easypaisa or JazzCash and open the Andar Bahar lobby. Pick your preferred variant – live, turbo or classic – and take a seat.
The dealer places a single face-up card in the centre of the table. This is the Joker – the target card. Your goal is to predict which side will receive its matching value first.
Bet on Andar (inside) or Bahar (outside). Add optional side bets if you want – card count, suit, colour. All bets are placed in PKR within the betting window before cards are dealt.
Cards alternate between Andar and Bahar until a value match appears. The matching side wins. Winnings hit your Mostbat balance instantly and you can bet again immediately.
Andar Bahar is a game of chance. No system guarantees a win, but these practical tips will help you manage your sessions sensibly.
When the first card after the Joker is dealt to Andar, a bet on Andar pays 0.9:1 instead of 1:1. This is not a penalty – it reflects the slight statistical advantage Andar carries when it receives the first card. Always check which side opened before placing your bet on live tables.
The two main bets carry the lowest house edge at Mostbat – around 2.15%. Side bets on suit or card count carry higher house edges. They are fun occasionally but should not make up the majority of your wagering if you are focused on long-term value.
Because rounds resolve so quickly in Turbo and Classic Andar Bahar, it is easy to lose track of how many bets you have placed. Decide on a session amount – say Rs 1,000 – before you start and stop when you reach it, whether you are up or down.
The 15% weekly cashback covers net Andar Bahar losses across Monday to Sunday. If your week ends Rs 2,000 down, Rs 300 comes back with no wagering requirement. Factor this into how you think about your weekly entertainment budget on Mostbat.
The instant-play Classic Andar Bahar variant at Mostbat lets you deal at your own speed with no time pressure. It is a great way to get comfortable with the mechanics and different bet types before joining a live table where rounds run on a clock.
Each round of Andar Bahar is completely independent of the one before it. The side that won the last three rounds has no greater or lesser chance of winning the next. If you are on a losing streak, the mathematically correct response is to stick to your pre-set budget and not increase bet sizes to recover.
Mostbat's live Andar Bahar tables stream in high definition from professionally equipped studios. Multiple camera angles, close-up card views and dealer chat are all part of the standard experience.
Every bet, every win and every withdrawal at Mostbat is handled in Pakistani Rupees. No conversion to USD or any other currency at any point. Your balance is always exactly what it says in PKR.
The Andar Bahar lobby at Mostbat is fully optimised for touch screens. The betting interface, card animations and live video all load smoothly on any mid-range Android or iOS device.
Even the standard live Andar Bahar table at Mostbat delivers a result in under thirty seconds. Turbo mode cuts that to under twenty. You get more rounds per session than almost any other casino game.
Net losses on Andar Bahar at Mostbat across any calendar week come back as 15% cashback every Friday morning. No wagering attached. It is a genuine safety net, not a promotional trick.
Mostbat's support team handles English and Urdu queries around the clock via live chat. If anything is unclear about the game rules, a bet settlement or a withdrawal, help is always a click away.
Andar Bahar is a game of chance. Every round is independent and there is no strategy that guarantees a win. Because rounds resolve quickly, sessions can move fast – always set a budget before you start and use the deposit and loss limit tools available in your Mostbat account dashboard. If gambling stops feeling like entertainment, please visit our Responsible Gaming page immediately. 18+ only. Terms and Conditions apply to all promotions.