Anurag Kashyap: 'The Joy of Filmmaking is Sucked Out' | In Focus | THR India

In a candid conversation, filmmaker Anurag Kashyap shares his deep admiration for Malayalam cinema while expressing concerns about the current state of Hindi film industry. He discusses his recent experience working in Malayalam cinema with 'Rifle Club', praising the collaborative spirit and creative freedom he encountered in Kerala. The director opens up about his unreleased film 'Kennedy', the challenges faced by independent filmmakers, and his disillusionment with the corporate influence in Bollywood.

Anurag reflects on his journey from creating a filmmaking community to his current desire to work in South Indian cinema. He speaks about the evolution of OTT platforms, the impact of social media on filmmaking, and why he believes Hindi cinema needs to hit rock bottom before it can rise again. The conversation provides an unfiltered look at the changing landscape of Indian cinema through the eyes of one of its most outspoken voices.