Anurag Kashyap, who recently appeared in the Tamil film ‘Maharaja’, criticised Bollywood's focus on star power, attributing southern cinema's success to its emphasis on storytelling. He praised the film ‘Kill’ and noted that Bollywood often prioritises celebrity over genuine narratives.
Anurag Kashyap praised the Fahadh Faasil starrer ‘Aavesham’ for casting three influencers in key roles, highlighting a contrast with Bollywood's tendency to prioritise star power over genuine storytelling. He remarked, “In Bollywood, big stars would be cast in these roles, focusing more on celebrity than on telling a real story.”
Anurag Kashyap noted that Bollywood often relies on repetitive formulas but can create exceptional films when it ventures beyond the norm. He praised last year's ‘12th Fail’ and this year's ‘Laapataa Ladies’ for their originality, stating, “It only works when something original comes out.” He also commended the action drama ‘Kill’ for its unique approach, despite being an action film. Kashyap acknowledged that both ‘Maharaja’ and ‘Kill’ received criticism for their violence.
