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Anurag Kashyap Talks About the Dark Side of Filmmaking and Bollywood Industry
Updated on: 31 December, 2024 03:59 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar
Anurag Kashyap
Bollywood filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, known for his bold storytelling and unconventional cinema, recently opened up about his discontent with the Hindi film industry. In a candid interview, Kashyap revealed his plans to relocate from Mumbai, voicing his frustrations with the industry`s changing dynamics. His statements shed light on his dissatisfaction and concerns over the erosion of artistic freedom in Bollywood.
Kashyap directed sharp criticism at talent management agencies, blaming them for fostering a superficial culture. “The first-generation actors and the really entitled ones are very painful to deal with. Nobody wants to act—they all want to be stars,” he remarked. These agencies, according to Kashyap, prioritise turning aspiring actors into celebrities rather than nurturing their craft.
He shared an incident where an actor disappeared due to agency advice but returned seeking his guidance. Kashyap emphasised, “Agencies just make money off you. They aren’t invested in building new careers.”
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He also highlighted Bollywood’s inability to produce unique blockbusters like Pushpa, stating, “They cannot because they don’t have the brains to make a film. They don’t understand what filmmaking is.” Kashyap praised South Indian cinema for empowering filmmakers and taking creative risks, contrasting it with Bollywood`s formula-driven approach.
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Despite his frustration, Kashyap offered a glimpse of hope by applauding South Indian film moguls like Suresh Babu for their commitment to nurturing talent. “He’s empowered so many first-time filmmakers,” Kashyap said, urging Bollywood to adopt a similar vision.
Kashyap’s comments resonate as a wake-up call for the Hindi film industry, emphasising the urgent need for systemic change to revive its creative spirit.
Disillusionment with Bollywood
Anurag Kashyap announced his decision to move out of Mumbai, citing his dissatisfaction with the current state of Bollywood. The filmmaker lamented, “The joy of filmmaking is sucked out.” He further added that the industry`s environment has left him “disgusted” and “disappointed,” leading him to seek a more “stimulative” atmosphere in the South Indian film industry.Kashyap directed sharp criticism at talent management agencies, blaming them for fostering a superficial culture. “The first-generation actors and the really entitled ones are very painful to deal with. Nobody wants to act—they all want to be stars,” he remarked. These agencies, according to Kashyap, prioritise turning aspiring actors into celebrities rather than nurturing their craft.
He shared an incident where an actor disappeared due to agency advice but returned seeking his guidance. Kashyap emphasised, “Agencies just make money off you. They aren’t invested in building new careers.”
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Bollywood’s Reluctance to Innovate
Kashyap expressed disappointment in Bollywood`s aversion to originality. He criticised the industry`s tendency to replicate successful projects instead of exploring fresh ideas. Quoting the example of the Malayalam thriller Manjummel Boys, Kashyap noted, “The mindset is to remake what’s already worked. They won’t try anything new.”He also highlighted Bollywood’s inability to produce unique blockbusters like Pushpa, stating, “They cannot because they don’t have the brains to make a film. They don’t understand what filmmaking is.” Kashyap praised South Indian cinema for empowering filmmakers and taking creative risks, contrasting it with Bollywood`s formula-driven approach.
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The Rising Costs of Filmmaking
Another concern raised by Kashyap was the escalating costs of filmmaking in Bollywood. He pointed out how financial pressures force producers to prioritise profit margins over creative expression. This commercialisation, he believes, stifles innovation and limits filmmakers` ability to experiment.Despite his frustration, Kashyap offered a glimpse of hope by applauding South Indian film moguls like Suresh Babu for their commitment to nurturing talent. “He’s empowered so many first-time filmmakers,” Kashyap said, urging Bollywood to adopt a similar vision.
Kashyap’s comments resonate as a wake-up call for the Hindi film industry, emphasising the urgent need for systemic change to revive its creative spirit.
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