Anurag Kashyap Expresses Frustration Over Newcomers Wasting His Time, Plans To Charge Them Rs. 5 Lacs For An Hour: “Call Me Or Stay The F*** Away”

Anurag Kashyap, a trailblazer in contemporary Indian cinema, has revolutionized storytelling through his distinctive directorial vision and unwavering commitment to authenticity. Known for his films like Gangs Of Wasseypur and Sacred Games, Kashyap often finds himself at the center of discussions, particularly due to his controversial viewpoints. Continuing his ritual, the acclaimed filmmaker recently made headlines by announcing that he will now charge a fee for meetings with newcomers.

In his statement, Kashyap stated, “I wasted a lot of time trying to help newcomers and mostly ended up with mediocre s***. So, now onwards, I don’t want to waste my time meeting random people who think they are creative geniuses. So I will now have rates. If someone wants to meet me for 10-15 minutes I will charge 1 lac, for half an hour 2 lacs and for 1 hour 5 lacs. That’s the rate. I am tired of wasting time meeting people. If you really think you can afford it, call me or stay the f*** away. And all paid in advance. (sic).”

On the work front, Anurag Kashyap is reportedly gearing up for his directorial debut in the Tamil film industry. According to recent reports, he will collaborate with Tamil actor and musician GV Prakash for a new project.

Kashyap has previously ventured into the Tamil industry, making his acting debut in the 2018 film Imaikkaa Nodigal, starring Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, and Atharvaa. He also had a cameo appearance in Thalapathy Vijay’s Leo. Now, he is set to direct his first Tamil film alongside GV Prakash.

The film is said to be bilingual, primarily shot in Hindi with dubbed versions in Telugu, Tamil, and other languages. This collaboration has generated significant interest among film enthusiasts, with shooting scheduled to commence in May. The project is touted as a high-budget entertainer that will captivate audiences. Additionally, this collaboration marks GV Prakash’s entry into Bollywood.