• About Us
  • Contact Us
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Shop
RVCJ Media
No Result
View All Result
  • Bollywood & TV
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
  • Technology
  • Travel
  • Videos
  • Extras
  • Bollywood & TV
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
  • Technology
  • Travel
  • Videos
  • Extras
No Result
View All Result
RVCJ Media
No Result
View All Result
Home Bollywood & TV

“Nobody Had Money,” Rajkummar Rao On Anurag Kashyap Cutting His Role In Gangs Of Wasseypur

Gangs Of Wasseypur was still a game-change for Rajkummar Rao

by Shuchi Bhatnagar
Jul 11, 2025
in Bollywood & TV
Reading Time: 2 mins read
Lord’s On High Alert As India-England Third Test Is Being Played Under Tight Security

Rajkummar Rao is one of India’s most respected contemporary actors, known for his dedication, versatility and grounded performances. A graduate of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), his career began with small roles before breaking through with films like Love S*x Aur Dhokha and Shahid, which earned him a National Award. Over the years, he has consistently chosen meaningful cinema over mainstream formulas, establishing himself with standout performances in films like Newton, Trapped, Stree and Badhaai Do. His journey has been one of persistence, marked by struggles, unconventional choices and an unshakable belief in his craft.

“Nobody Had Money,” Rajkummar Rao On Anurag Kashyap Cutting His Role In Gangs Of Wasseypur - RVCJ Media

As Rajkummar Rao gears up for the release of his new film Maalik, he reflected on an important phase in his early acting career involving Gangs of Wasseypur, the cult classic directed by Anurag Kashyap. In an interview, he shared that he was initially cast in a parallel lead role alongside Nawazuddin Siddiqui. The story was supposed to revolve around both their characters and he even travelled to Wasseypur with Nawaz and writer Zeeshan Qadri for character preparation. Rajkummar immersed himself in the local culture, recording people’s voices to understand their dialect and environment better. He recalled the time spent there as immensely enjoyable and creatively fulfilling.

“Nobody Had Money,” Rajkummar Rao On Anurag Kashyap Cutting His Role In Gangs Of Wasseypur - RVCJ Media

RELATED STORIES

Virat Kohli Makes New Record Even After Retiring From T20Is & Tests, Becomes The First One To….

Anurag Kashyap Reveals He Carried Dictionary To Tell The Meaning Of “Ch***ya” To CBFC Members

Here’s Why Aamir Khan Refused To Work In Bajrangi Bhaijaan & Recommended Salman Khan

Here’s Why Aamir Khan Refused To Work In Bajrangi Bhaijaan & Recommended Salman Khan

However, things didn’t go as planned. While shooting patchwork for Ragini MMS, Rajkummar received a call from Anurag Kashyap, who informed him that the script had changed and his role had been significantly reduced. Anurag left the decision to him, saying that he would love to have him in the film but it was up to Rajkummar to decide if he still wanted to do it. Rajkummar, despite the disappointment, chose to stay on. He told Anurag that he was keen to work with him regardless of the role’s size.

He admitted feeling a little disheartened at the time, especially since the film didn’t have a big budget and no one was being paid much. But for Rajkummar, it wasn’t about the money, it was about getting an opportunity to work and grow as an actor.

ADVERTISEMENT

“Nobody Had Money,” Rajkummar Rao On Anurag Kashyap Cutting His Role In Gangs Of Wasseypur - RVCJ Media

Looking back, Rajkummar acknowledges that this decision played a key role in his career. Even though his part in Gangs Of Wasseypur was reduced, it was Anurag Kashyap who recommended him to filmmaker Hansal Mehta for Shahid, a project that became a game-changer for him. That film not only brought him critical acclaim but also established him as one of the most promising actors of his generation.

ADVERTISEMENT
Facebook Twitter Instagram Youtube

About Us

with our main focus on audience engagement, we deliver out-of-the-box and innovative content so that we stay connected to millions and cater to their interests.

ADVERTISEMENT

Categories

©2025 Copyright. RVCJ Digital Media Pvt Ltd

No Result
View All Result
  • Bollywood & TV
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
  • Technology
  • Travel
  • Videos
  • Extras
This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.