Filmmaker Sets the Record Straight: ‘I’m Not Going Anywhere’

Filmmaker Sets the Record Straight: ‘I’m Not Going Anywhere’

Bollywood’s boldest auteur has had enough of the chatter. Acclaimed director Anurag Kashyap fired back at speculation surrounding his career this week, making it crystal clear that reports of his professional retreat are wildly off the mark.

Sources reveal the filmmaker — known for his politically independent stance and unconventional cinematic vision — recently changed his city of residence, a move that apparently sent rumour mills into overdrive. Observers had speculated the relocation signalled a step back from the film industry, a notion Kashyap shot down without hesitation.

Far from winding down, entertainment circles suggest the director is operating at a pace that would make even the biggest names in the business blink. Insiders note his slate is packed well beyond 2025, with as many as five directorial projects potentially landing this year alone — with a further two expected in early 2026 if timelines shift.

Critics note that Kashyap’s filmography remains one of the most extensive in contemporary Indian cinema, and his current workload appears to reflect that relentless output. According to sources close to the filmmaker, he is routinely turning down multiple project offers daily simply due to capacity.

The director has also been actively championing his upcoming project Dacoit, sharing promotional material and release updates with audiences directly. His hands-on promotional approach signals anything but a man stepping away from the spotlight.

Kashyap himself has described his political outlook as ‘diagonal’ — neither aligned left, right, nor centre — and that independent spirit appears equally present in how he navigates industry gossip. He addressed the swirling rumours head-on with characteristic bluntness, leaving little room for misinterpretation.

For anyone expecting a quieter chapter from one of Indian cinema’s most provocative voices, it seems they may have a very long wait ahead.

• Entertainment Desk, Studio Carry On Harry

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