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Anurag Kashyap | Photo: PTI
London: Anurag Kashyap, the celebrated Indian filmmaker known for his uncompromising stance on cinematic creativity, has sparked debate once again by applauding the Malayalam film industry's bold strides while questioning Bollywood's adherence to formulaic trends.
Contrary to the stoic image one might conjure of Kashyap, he revealed a lighter side in an exclusive conversation with IANS, confessing to a penchant for dad jokes and a knack for finding humor in everyday life.
"I have a stock full of dad jokes, sick jokes, and inappropriate laughs," Kashyap remarked, debunking the serious persona often attributed to him. "Humour is something you have to find out which genre works for you," he added, illustrating his eclectic approach to comedy.
Known for groundbreaking works like 'Gangs of Wasseypur' and 'Dev.D', Kashyap has consistently defied Bollywood norms, earning acclaim as one of India's foremost independent filmmakers. However, he remains critical of the industry's obsession with chasing trends.
"Hindi cinema is often trapped in formulas," Kashyap lamented. "Look at the Kerala film industry—they are really doing some great work," he praised, singling out Malayalam cinema's innovative storytelling and fearless narratives.
Reflecting on his observations, Kashyap highlighted a particular instance involving the Malayalam film 'Manjummel Boys', underscoring its unexpected impact in the Hindi film market. "Nobody would have put their money on 'Manjummel Boys' in Bollywood," he asserted, "but if it gets a good response, people will do its remake." True to his prediction, the film garnered interest for a Hindi adaptation shortly after its release.
Kashyap's critique extends beyond Bollywood's commercial conventions, as he questioned the industry's ability to nurture creative voices. "I'm the most privileged indie filmmaker in the country because I get to make the films that I want," he reflected, empathizing with peers who face greater constraints.
With his upcoming streaming series 'Bad Cop' set to premiere soon, where he plays an antagonist, Kashyap delved into his fascination with crime narratives. "My life started with Fyodor Dostoevsky’s 'Crime and Punishment'," he revealed, citing literature as a lifelong influence on his artistic choices.
As Kashyap continues to challenge cinematic norms, his insights into Kerala's thriving film scene serve as a reminder of the diversity and richness in India's regional cinema, often overshadowed by Bollywood's mainstream allure. His words echo a sentiment shared by many critics of the status quo in Indian cinema—an industry poised at a crossroads between convention and innovation.
With IANS inputs
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