Andar Bahar is the card game millions across South Asia grew up playing at home — now available at laki101 with live dealers, real PKR bets starting from Rs 50, instant Easypaisa deposits and withdrawals processed in minutes.
The Game Explained
Andar Bahar — which literally translates to "inside outside" — is one of the oldest and most widely played card games across South Asia. The game is simple enough to understand in one minute and fast enough to play dozens of rounds in a single sitting. That combination of simplicity, speed and genuine excitement is exactly why it has remained so popular for generations and why it has made such a natural transition to the online format at laki101.
The basic premise is elegantly straightforward. The dealer places one card face-up in the centre of the table — this is called the joker or trump card. Two piles are then dealt on either side: Andar (the left side, meaning "inside") and Bahar (the right side, meaning "outside"). Cards are dealt alternately to each pile one by one. Your job as a player is to predict which pile — Andar or Bahar — will receive a card of the same value as the joker card before the other pile does.
That is genuinely all there is to the core game. No complicated combinations to memorise, no poker hands to rank, no strategy trees to study. You pick a side, you watch the cards fall and when a card matching the joker appears on your chosen side, you win. The speed of each round at laki101's Andar Bahar tables means that a single session can involve dozens of exciting decisions — and real PKR changing hands — in a very short space of time.
Betting Options
The main bet is simple but laki101's Andar Bahar tables also offer a range of side bets that add extra excitement and significantly bigger payouts.
Bet that the matching card will appear on the Andar side. Because Andar is dealt first when the joker card is from the Andar side, the payout is slightly adjusted to maintain house edge fairness.
Bet on the Bahar side to receive the matching card first. The standard Bahar bet is the most common choice for new players and carries close to a 50/50 probability.
Predict the suit or colour of the joker card before it is revealed. This side bet at laki101 resolves instantly at the start of each round — one of the fastest bets in the game.
Predict approximately how many cards will be dealt before the match occurs. Categories include 1–5 cards, 6–10 cards, 11–15 cards and 16+ cards, each with escalating payout odds.
Game Variants
laki101 offers multiple versions of Andar Bahar to suit every type of player — from those who want a traditional experience to those who enjoy modern twists with extra features.
A real human dealer runs the game from a professional studio via live video stream. You see every card dealt in real time, place bets on screen and interact via chat. The most immersive laki101 Andar Bahar experience available.
Faster rounds — under 20 seconds each. No waiting, no slow animations. Perfect for players who want maximum rounds per session at laki101.
Exclusive laki101 VIP Club tables with higher betting limits, premium studio environments and dedicated senior dealers.
Software-based version with an automated dealer. Ideal when no live tables are available or when you want to play at your own pace with no time pressure.
Expanded side bet menu, enhanced statistics panel showing historical card data, and a progressive jackpot side bet with PKR prizes growing each round.
Live Tables
laki101's live Andar Bahar lobby runs around the clock. Here is a snapshot of the table types currently available to Pakistani players.
Standard rules · Multiple side bets
18-second rounds · No side bets
Full side bets · Statistics panel · Jackpot
VIP Club members only · Senior dealer
Beginner Guide
Never played Andar Bahar online before? Here is the complete walkthrough from account creation to collecting your first PKR win.
Register in under two minutes using your Pakistani mobile number. Verification is quick and you get access to all games immediately after your first deposit.
Top up using Easypaisa, JazzCash, NayaPay, SadaPay, bank IBFT or card. Funds land instantly in your laki101 wallet from as little as Rs 200.
Navigate to the live casino or card games section. You will see all available Andar Bahar tables listed with real-time player counts and betting limits.
Pick a table that matches your stake comfort. The Classic Table at Rs 50 minimum is ideal for first-timers at laki101. Click to enter and the live stream loads instantly.
Each round starts with the dealer placing the joker card face-up. Study its value — this is the card whose match will decide the round result.
During the betting window (typically 15–25 seconds), click the Andar or Bahar chip area and select your PKR stake. Side bets can be added during the same window.
Cards are dealt to Andar and Bahar alternately until a match appears. If your side wins, your PKR payout is credited to your laki101 balance instantly.
| Bet Type | Probability | Payout | House Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andar | 50.9% | 0.9:1 | 2.15% |
| Bahar | 49.1% | 1:1 | 2.15% |
| First Card – Red | 50% | 0.9:1 | 5% |
| First Card – Black | 50% | 0.9:1 | 5% |
| Match in 1–5 Cards | ~34% | 2.5:1 | 2.8% |
| Match in 6–10 Cards | ~25% | 4:1 | 3.1% |
| Match in 11–15 Cards | ~18% | 7:1 | 3.5% |
| Match in 16+ Cards | ~23% | 120:1 | 4.2% |
Probability figures are long-run statistical averages across standard single-deck Andar Bahar rules. Individual round results are determined by certified RNG and vary from session to session.
Deep Dive
Most Pakistani players who discover Andar Bahar online at laki101 already know the game from gatherings with family or friends. The home game is fun, but the laki101 version offers things that are simply not possible in a home setting — and those differences are what make online play genuinely more exciting.
The most obvious upgrade is the live dealer experience. Rather than watching a card game on a screen with animated cards, laki101's live Andar Bahar tables stream real dealers from professional studios in real time. The dealers are trained, professional and run each round with precision. The cards are physical cards shuffled and dealt by human hands, visible in high-definition video on your mobile screen. When a match occurs on your chosen side, you see it happen live — and your PKR winnings land in your laki101 balance in the same instant.
One thing players consistently notice about Andar Bahar at laki101 is how fast the game moves. A standard round from bet placement to outcome takes between 30 and 60 seconds depending on how many cards need to be dealt before a match. Turbo tables run rounds in under 20 seconds. This speed means you can play 60 to 90 rounds in a one-hour session — generating far more entertainment value per hour than slower games like baccarat or roulette.
laki101's Andar Bahar Deluxe table includes a live statistics panel that displays the last 50 round results showing whether Andar or Bahar won each time, the number of cards dealt per round and the distribution of joker card suits and values. Many players use these statistics to inform their betting patterns — though it is worth being clear that since each round uses a freshly shuffled or cut deck, past results do not statistically influence future outcomes. The statistics are informational rather than predictive, but many players enjoy tracking them anyway as part of their engagement with the game.
Decide your PKR session limit before opening a table at laki101. The fast pace means it is easy to exceed your intended spend without noticing.
New players should focus on Andar and Bahar only. Side bets are higher-variance and better suited once you are comfortable with the base game flow.
Betting the same amount each round — rather than doubling after losses — keeps your laki101 session sustainable over a longer play period.
Andar Bahar at laki101 runs 24/7. There is no urgency to keep playing. Short breaks reset your focus and prevent emotionally-driven bet sizing.
laki101 VIP Club members receive weekly cashback on net losses. At Gold tier, 2% of your Andar Bahar losses come back every Monday in real PKR.
If you are up on your session at laki101, withdraw a portion to Easypaisa or JazzCash. Locking in profits is the best strategy in any casino game.
All Andar Bahar games at laki101 — both RNG software versions and live dealer tables — operate under certified fair play standards. RNG versions are audited by independent testing laboratories. Live dealer tables use physical cards dealt on camera, with each shoe independently shuffled and verified. Odds and house edge figures shown on this page reflect standard single-deck rules. Actual RTP may vary slightly across different table variants. Full details are in laki101's Terms and Conditions. Please read our Responsible Gaming page before playing with real PKR.
Help Centre
Common questions from Pakistani players about Andar Bahar at laki101.