Anurag Kashyap says there is ‘zamindari’ system in Bollywood: ‘They want to own people’

“I will not make anyone my slave,” Kashyap told the publication. He said he not only lets people go but in fact, pushes them to go if they do not do that themselves. He thinks that while the new filmmakers are “empowering”, the old ones believe in “ownership” and behave like, “I gave you a chance, don’t do this, don’t do that.”

When told that actors who work with him in one film, often return to his films too, Kashyap maintained that that is because of his bond with them, which he nevers “exploits”. He said he calls them only when he is left with no other option. Also, he wishes to work with new people too who he thinks are “so clear-minded and talented. Their voices are so strong.”

Kashyap is producing a short film, titled Bebaak, starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Sara Hashmi. The film questions patriarchy in society. He is also awaiting the release of his film, Kennedy, which had its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival. Following the film’s release, Kashyap will decide what he wants to do next.