EP-278 | Corporate Takeovers, Rising Ticket Prices, Stories of Shah Rukh & Irrfan | Tigmanshu Dhulia

Tigmanshu Dhulia is a filmmaker, actor, screenwriter, and casting director, best known for Paan Singh Tomar (2012) and Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster (2011). His films, often critically acclaimed and explore human relationships, social issues, and the nuances of Indian culture. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Tigmanshu takes a trip down memory lane, reminiscing about his childhood in Allahabad- now known as Prayagraj- and what makes the city so special to him. He reflects on his days at the National School of Drama (NSD), his friendships with those who made a mark in Bollywood, and how he got his first break as a director. He also shares how legendary filmmaker Shekhar Kapur played a crucial role in shaping his career. Tigmanshu doesn’t hold back in criticizing corporate influence in Bollywood, calling out how films are often sold even before they are made. He also shares untold stories about Shah Rukh Khan and Irrfan Khan. From rising ticket prices to his upcoming Bollywood project, this conversation is a straight talk about the Hindi Film Industry. #anipodcastwithsmitaprakash #bollywoodnews #tigmanshudhulia Timestamps 00:00 - Coming Up 01:38 - Introduction 02:00 - Childhood Memories of Allahabad 06:51 - Recalling NSD Days 12:22 - Working as an Assistant Director 14:00 - Getting Credit as a Casting Director 18:50 - Collaborating with Shekhar Kapur 24:55 - Experience in the TV Industry 26:27 - Working on Dil Se 32:02 - Impact of Irrfan Khan’s Demise 38:12 - Working with Favorite Actors 46:55 - Experience in Gangs of Wasseypur 52:40 - Corporate Interference in Filmmaking 01:00:26 - The Cult of Sanjay Leela Bhansali 01:06:35 - Lack of Focus in Today’s Actors 01:10:44 - Working in the OTT Space Join ANI's YouTube membership to get access to perks:    / @aninewsindia   Subscribe now and press the bell icon 🔔 to get new video updates: https://bit.ly/2UV4ygi -------------------------------------- ANI is South Asia's leading Multimedia News Agency providing content for every information platform, including TV, Internet, broadband, newspapers, and mobiles. Subscribe now! Enjoy and stay connected with us!! ☛ Subscribe to ANI News YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/2UV4ygi ☛ Visit our Official website: https://www.aninews.in/ ☛ Follow ANI:   / ani   ☛ Like us:   / aninews.in   ☛ Email to: [email protected], [email protected] ☛ Copyrights © All Rights Reserved ANI Media Pvt Ltd.