Andar Bahar is one of the oldest and most-loved card games across South Asia. On Crikex, you can play it any time — with live dealers, fast rounds, and BDT deposits that land instantly. No complicated rules, no waiting around.
Andar wins — the matching King landed on the Andar side after 4 cards.
Andar Bahar started as a street card game in South India, but it spread quickly across the subcontinent because the rules are genuinely simple. You don't need to memorise hand rankings, count cards, or understand complex betting systems. One card is placed face-up in the middle — that's the Joker card. Then cards are dealt alternately to two sides: Andar (meaning "inside" or left) and Bahar (meaning "outside" or right). Your job is to predict which side will receive a card matching the Joker's value first.
That's the whole game. Pick Andar or Bahar, wait for the cards to be dealt, and see if your side gets the match. A round can be over in under 30 seconds or stretch to a couple of minutes depending on how many cards are dealt before the match appears. The simplicity is exactly what makes it so addictive — there's no skill gap between a first-time player and someone who's been playing for years.
On Crikex, Andar Bahar is available in both live dealer format and RNG (random number generator) format. The live version streams a real dealer from a studio, dealing physical cards in real time. The RNG version runs instantly with no wait time between rounds. Both versions are available 24 hours a day for players in Bangladesh.
Quick note on odds: Andar and Bahar are not perfectly equal. Statistically, Andar has a very slight edge because it receives the first card after the Joker is placed. Crikex adjusts the payout slightly to reflect this — Andar pays 0.9× your bet (plus stake returned) while Bahar pays 1× (plus stake returned) when the Joker card is a standard rank.
A match happens when a card with the same face value as the Joker card lands on either the Andar or Bahar pile. Suit doesn't matter — only the rank. So if the Joker is a 7 of Hearts, the round ends the moment any 7 (of any suit) appears on either side.
The side that receives the matching card is the winning side. If you bet on that side, you win. If you bet on the other side, you lose your stake for that round.
From opening the game to collecting your winnings, here's exactly how a round of Andar Bahar works on Crikex.
Log in to your Crikex account and navigate to Andar Bahar from the top menu. Choose between the live dealer table or the RNG version depending on your preference. Both are available immediately with no queue or waiting room.
At the start of each round, the dealer draws one card and places it face-up in the centre. This is the Joker card — the card whose rank you're waiting to see matched. The Joker stays visible throughout the entire round.
Before cards are dealt to either side, you place your bet. Choose Andar (left side) or Bahar (right side) and enter your stake. The minimum bet on Crikex is ৳100. You can also place side bets if available on the table you're playing.
The dealer begins dealing cards one at a time — first to Andar, then to Bahar, then back to Andar, and so on. Each card is placed face-up so you can see every card dealt. The dealing continues until a card matching the Joker's rank appears on one of the two sides.
The moment a matching card lands, the round ends. If it lands on the side you bet on, you win. If it lands on the other side, your bet is lost. There's no in-between — every round has a clear winner and loser.
Winning payouts are added to your Crikex balance the moment the round ends. No manual claim, no delay. The next round starts within seconds, so you can keep playing or cash out your balance whenever you're ready.
Beyond the main Andar or Bahar bet, Crikex offers several side bets that add extra ways to win each round.
| Bet Type | What You're Betting On | Payout | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andar | Matching card lands on the Andar (left) side | 0.9× stake | Slightly lower payout — Andar gets the first card |
| Bahar | Matching card lands on the Bahar (right) side | 1× stake | Standard even-money payout |
| First Card — Andar | Match appears on the very first card dealt to Andar | 11× stake | Side bet — high risk, high reward |
| First Card — Bahar | Match appears on the very first card dealt to Bahar | 11× stake | Side bet — high risk, high reward |
| Match in 1–5 Cards | The matching card appears within the first 5 cards dealt | 3.5× stake | Side bet — roughly 30% probability |
| Match in 6–10 Cards | The matching card appears between card 6 and card 10 | 4.5× stake | Side bet — moderate probability range |
| Match in 11–15 Cards | The matching card appears between card 11 and card 15 | 5.5× stake | Side bet — less likely, better payout |
| Match After 30 Cards | The round goes beyond 30 cards before a match | 120× stake | Rare outcome — very high payout |
| Joker Suit — Hearts | The Joker card drawn is a Heart | 3.8× stake | Placed before Joker is revealed |
| Joker Colour — Red | The Joker card is red (Hearts or Diamonds) | 1.9× stake | Near even-money side bet on Joker colour |
Side bet availability may vary by table. Payouts shown are standard rates on Crikex — check the table info panel for exact figures before placing.
Crikex offers more than one way to play Andar Bahar — here's what's on the table right now.
A real dealer in a professional studio deals physical cards on a live stream. You see every card in real time, chat with the dealer, and bet alongside other players at the same table. The most immersive way to play Andar Bahar on Crikex — feels closest to a real casino floor.
Fully automated rounds powered by a certified random number generator. No dealer, no stream — just instant results. Rounds complete in under 5 seconds, making it the fastest way to play. Ideal if you want to run through many rounds quickly or if your connection isn't strong enough for live streaming.
A live dealer variant with a compressed betting window and faster dealing speed. The dealer moves through rounds at roughly twice the pace of standard live tables. Side bets are limited to keep the pace up. Popular with experienced Crikex players who know their strategy and don't need extra time to decide.
There are plenty of platforms offering Andar Bahar, but Crikex has built something that actually fits how players in Bangladesh want to play — local payments, local language support, and a platform that doesn't feel like it was designed for someone else.
Fund your Crikex account directly via bKash or Nagad in Bangladeshi Taka. No currency conversion, no third-party wallets. Deposits process in under a minute.
Crikex's live Andar Bahar tables stream in high definition with minimal buffering even on standard mobile data. The dealer is clearly visible and the cards are easy to read on any screen size.
Withdraw your Andar Bahar winnings back to bKash or Nagad in minutes. Crikex processes most withdrawals within 5 minutes during normal hours — no multi-day waits.
Crikex operates under a valid gaming licence. All Andar Bahar tables — live and RNG — are audited for fairness. Your funds and personal data are protected under strict security standards.
Crikex's customer support team includes Bengali-speaking agents available via live chat. If you have a question about your Andar Bahar bet or a payment issue, you can get help in your own language.
Andar Bahar tables on Crikex are open around the clock. Whether you play at noon or 2am, there's always a live table running and the RNG version is always available instantly.
Andar Bahar is a game of chance — there's no way to predict where the matching card will land. But there are habits and approaches that help you manage your bankroll better and get more out of your sessions on Crikex.
Current promotions available to Bangladesh players who play Andar Bahar on Crikex.
New Crikex members get a 100% match on their first deposit up to ৳5,000. Fully usable on all Andar Bahar tables — live, RNG, and Turbo.
10× wagering requirement. One of the most straightforward welcome offers available to Bangladesh players right now.
Log in to Crikex every day and collect bonus credits that can be used on Andar Bahar. The reward scales with your consecutive login streak.
Credited automatically — no code needed. A simple way to extend your sessions without spending extra from your own balance.
If your Andar Bahar sessions result in a net loss for the week, Crikex returns 10% of your net losses as bonus credits every Monday.
Credited automatically with a 3× wagering requirement. A genuine cushion for regular Crikex players.
Invite a friend to register on Crikex using your referral link. When they make their first deposit and play Andar Bahar, you both receive a bonus credit.
No limit on how many friends you can refer. Bonus is credited within 24 hours of the qualifying deposit.
Everything new players ask before their first round of Andar Bahar on Crikex.
Register free on Crikex, claim your 100% welcome bonus, and open your first Andar Bahar table in under two minutes. Pick Andar or Bahar — the rest takes care of itself.