Anurag Kashyap’s candid interview on Bollywood toxicity, SSR, and South vs B-Town dynamicsAnurag Kashyap emphasizes that his work and health are his top priorities. He reflects on the pervasive toxicity in Bollywood, stating that the Hindi film industry can never be fully united, and even if AI were to dominate, little would change. Anurag explains his preference for working on small-budget films like Nishaanchi with newcomers rather than collaborating with big superstars. He highlights how South actors leave their stardom behind on set, allowing films like Lokah to be made on modest budgets. Finally, he observes that people in the industry often celebrate when another director’s or actor’s film fails, revealing the competitive and harsh nature of Bollywood.