Nishaanchi, the gangster drama directed by Anurag Kashyap, stars debutant Aaishvary Thackeray in a dual role as twin brothers Babloo and Dabloo and is generating significant buzz online. Ahead of its grand
release on September 19, Kashyap recently spoke in an interview about the film’s casting, its potential at the box office, and why he avoids formulaic storytelling.
Produced by Ajay Rai, Vipin Agnihotri, and Ranjan Singh under JAR Pictures, the film also features Vedika Pinto, Monika Panwar, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, and Kumud Mishra in key roles.
Anurag Kashyap Claims Nishaanchi Will Make Money
During the interview, Anurag was reminded of a statement made by Javed Akhtar regarding his sports drama, Mukkabaaz. The veteran writer had questioned Anurag’s decision to make a film with a non-commercial ending. Speaking to Telly Talk India, Anurag said, “This time, the ending will be such, Javed saab, that I will earn money.”
Anurag Kashyap On Casting New Actors
Furthermore, the director opened up about casting new actors in his film and said, “I only look at talent. Can I see the character in them? How much work and time are they putting into the film? It’s not just that I’m giving someone a chance. Main character Dhoond Raha Hoon. If I’m making Nishaanchi, I’m looking for Babloo and Dabloo, Rinku, and the mother. I’m looking for my characters. I discovered it in them. I spoke with their families and informed them, ‘I will need time to make this.'”
The actors were from Mumbai, and he told them they needed to transform themselves. He said, “Kanpuriya banna padega aur nahin banne; toh nahin banegi film. They have worked hard. They gave me four years, and then we started filming.” When he returned to them after making Kennedy, he noticed they were completely in character.
Anurag Kashyap On Following A Formula In Filmmaking
Lastly, the Gangs of Wasseypur director disagreed with veteran writer Salim Khan’s suggestion that fans follow a filmmaker once he has created a few films. He said, “If you only work with your own masala, you may become irrelevant. I also borrow from others. I keep trying new things because I don’t want to get trapped. I avoid formulas and people that bring me down.”
Nishaanchi Storyline
The film explores the contrasting lives and conflicting destinies of twin brothers, with one becoming a righteous police officer and the other a notorious gang leader, leading to inevitable conflict, betrayal and a struggle for redemption.
