Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has been making headlines for his candid critique of Hindi filmmakers and his admiration for the South Indian film industry. Recently, Kashyap reiterated his harsh stance on modern Hindi cinema, claiming that Bollywood filmmakers lack the "brains" to create movies like Pushpa: The Rise or its sequel, Pushpa 2: The Rule. In a flashback interview with Mid-Day, Kashyap spoke about the market pressures of making and releasing films in the Hindi film industry. He also shared his experiences from his early days in Mumbai and the journey of creating iconic films like Black Friday and Gangs of Wasseypur. Delivered in his trademark candid style, the interview provides valuable insights into the challenges of making bold, unconventional cinema