Piyush Mishra Critiques Anurag Kashyap’s Filmmaking: ‘Second Halves Lose Steam’

Veteran actor and writer Piyush Mishra recently offered a candid assessment of director Anurag Kashyap’s filmmaking style, pointing to a recurring pattern he sees in Kashyap’s movies.

“Second Half Bigaad Deta Hai”: Mishra’s Perspective

Mishra’s critique revolves around what he perceives as a weakening of narrative momentum in the latter portions of Kashyap’s films. Using the Hindi phrase “Second half bigaad deta hai” (He ruins the second half), Mishra suggests that while Kashyap’s films often start strong, they tend to lose their grip after the intermission.

Dev D and Gulaal Cited as Examples

Mishra specifically referenced Dev D and Gulaal as prime examples of this perceived flaw. While acknowledging the powerful beginnings of both films, he expressed his belief that the second halves fail to live up to the initial promise. He didn’t delve into specifics, leaving room for audience interpretation and discussion about the narrative choices in these acclaimed movies.