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Anurag Kashyap on Bhushan Kumar and his music company T-Series: 'They paid very less for Dev D, Gangs of Wasseypur and...'
He went on to add, 'The highest amount of money they paid for any of my movies is Bombay Velvet. As music it was very good but it worked the least for them.' read more Anurag Kashyap has expressed his experience of working with Bhushan Kumar and his company T-Series in an interview with The Juggernaut. The filmmaker revealed, 'The idea is not to cater to the market. If T-Series, Bhushan Kumar, is not buying it, then it is good music. T Series doesn't buy good music at a good price. They paid very less for Dev D, Gangs of Wasseypur or Gulaal.' Kashyap added, 'They only pay for who is the star in it. They don't pay for the quality of music. They paid nothing for Dev D music. Ask the producers, UTV studios… they don't understand what's good music. They will only pay for a certain kind of music and only push for that.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Bombay Velvet He went on to add, 'The highest amount of money they paid for any of my movies is Bombay Velvet. As music it was very good but it worked the least for them. Because nobody wanted to listen to jazz. They paid the highest price for that and not Dev D or Gangs of Wasseypur.' Kashyap seems to have permanently quit the Hindi film industry. In an interview with The Hindu, the man behind films like Black Friday and Ugly said, 'I've left Mumbai. I want to stay away from film people. The industry has become too toxic. Everyone is chasing unrealistic targets, trying to make the next Rs 500 or Rs 800 crores film. The creative atmosphere is gone.' He added, 'A city is not just a structure but also its people. People here… they pull you down. The biggest exodus is to the Middle East, especially Dubai. Others have fled to Portugal, London, Germany, US. These are mainstream filmmakers I am talking about.'
Time of India
a day ago
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- Time of India
Anurag Kashyap claims Bhushan Kumar's music label T-Series did not pay him for 'Dev D': ‘They don't pay for the quality of music'
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has opened up about being significantly underpaid for the music in some of his most acclaimed films, including Dev D (2009) and Gangs of Wasseypur (2012). He blamed music giant T-Series and its head, Bhushan Kumar , for not offering fair compensation. Anurag Kashyap says T-Series never buy good music In an interview with The Juggernaut, Kashyap spoke about the commercial priorities of music labels, alleging that they invest in projects based solely on star power, rather than the artistic merit of the soundtrack. He remarked, 'The idea is not to cater to the market. If T-Series, Bhushan Kumar, is not buying it, then it is good music. T-Series doesn't buy good music at a good price (sic).' Anurag Kashyap's daughter Re‑Marries Shane Gregoire in Christian Wedding | See Stunning Pics Anurag Kashyap did not receive a single rupee for the music of Dev D Kashyap went on to highlight how little compensation was given for the music of some of his films, even when they were critically acclaimed. 'They paid very little for Dev D, Gangs of Wasseypur or Gulaal. They only pay based on who the star is. They don't pay for the quality of music,' he said. He expressed his frustration and added that the label did not pay anything for the music of 'Dev D'. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The all new SP125 that comes with advance technology & features Honda Learn More Undo He also claimed that T-Series has never understood what good music is and only focuses on certain commercial styles within the industry. Kashyap shared that the only time T-Series paid a significant amount for music was for his 2015 film Bombay Velvet, which featured a jazz-heavy soundtrack. 'As music, it was very good, but it worked the least for them—because nobody wanted to listen to jazz. They paid the highest price for that,' he stated. T-Series and Bhushan Kumar have yet to respond to these statements. Anurag Kashyap's upcoming movies Meanwhile, Anurag Kashyap is gearing up for his next project, Nishaanchi, which will mark the acting debut of Aaishvary Thackeray. The film is set to hit theatres on September 19, 2025.
India Today
2 days ago
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- India Today
Anurag Kashyap on T-Series underpaying his films' music: They don't get good music
Director Anurag Kashyap recently recalled being underpaid for the music of his films-'Dev D' (2009) and 'Gangs of Wasseypur' (2012). He blamed Bhushan Kumar's T-Series for undervaluing in an interview with The Juggernaut, stated that music labels often pay for films considering star value. He said, "The idea is not to cater to the market. If T-Series, Bhushan Kumar, is not buying it, then it is good music. T-Series doesn't buy good music at a good price (sic)."advertisementThe director further said, "They paid very less for 'Dev D', 'Gangs of Wasseypur' or 'Gulaal'. They only pay for who is the star in it. They don't pay for the quality of music (sic)." "They paid nothing for 'Dev D' music. Ask the producers, UTV studios... they don't understand what's good music. They will only pay for a certain kind of music and only push for that," Kashyap went on."The highest amount of money they paid for any of my movies is 'Bombay Velvet' (2015). As music it was very good but it worked the least for them. Because nobody wanted to listen to jazz. They paid the highest price for that and not 'Dev D' or 'Gangs of Wasseypur'," he Kumar or T-Series has not yet responded to the 'Gangs of Wasseypur' director's statement.'Bombay Velvet' featured Ranbir Kapoor, Anushka Sharma and Karan Johar in key roles. Even though the film underperformed at the box office, Amit Trivedi's music score received appreciation. The film was produced by Phantom recently announced his upcoming crime drama 'Nishaanchi', which marks the acting debut of Aaishvary Thackeray. The film is scheduled to release on September 19, 2025.'Nishaanchi' is produced by Ajay Rai and Ranjan Singh under Jar Pictures, in association with Flip Films, and will be distributed by Amazon MGM Studios.- EndsMust Watch
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2 days ago
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Anurag Kashyap lashes out at T-Series for paying little money for the music of Dev.D, Gangs Of Wasseypur and Gulaal, 'If Bhushan Kumar is not buying it...'
It's yet another chaotic day in the world of Bollywood. This time, the spotlight is on filmmaker Anurag Kashyap and producer Bhushan Kumar. Anurag Kashyap has openly criticized India's largest music label, T-Series, for its approach to music rights and payments. In a recent conversation that Anurag Kashyap had with The Juggernaut, he claimed that T-Series paid him less for the music of his iconic films, and elaborated on why he feels Bhushan Kumar lacks an understanding of good music. Anurag Kashyap Expresses Displeasure Over T-Series Not Paying Him Enough For Music Of His Iconic Films Gangs Of Wasseypur, Dev.D and Gulaal Anurag revealed that T-Series paid him very little for the music of his cult classics Dev.D, Gangs of Wasseypur, and Gulaal. These films, celebrated for their groundbreaking soundtracks, continue to resonate with the listeners. In the interview, he made a very bold remark. 'If Bhushan Kumar is not buying it, then it is good music. If T-Series is not buying it, it is great music. T-Series doesn't buy good music at a good price', he told to the interviewer. T-Series, who continue to profit massively from these soundtracks, have allegedly compensated him inadequately. He claims that the label prioritizes commercial appeal over quality, often paying high amounts only when big stars are involved. Anurag Kashyap Claims Bhushan Kumar's T-Series Acquired The Music Rights Of Bombay Velvet, Despite Not Liking It The filmmaker also highlighted a specific case with his 2015 film Bombay Velvet. According to Kashyap, T-Series paid a substantial amount for its music despite not liking the soundtrack. He said, 'They only pay for the star in it,' implying that T-Series bases its financial decisions on the star power and not the musical merit. Both Bhushan Kumar And Anurag Kashyap Are Correct In Their Own Right; Here's How T-Series, led by Bhushan Kumar, has not publicly responded to these accusations yet. However, the label's dominance in Bollywood's music scene is undeniable. T-Series' commercial focus is not impractical as they are here to make money and not to do public service. Anurag Kashyap, on the other hand, is not wrong to be inclined towards the art, more than the other commercial aspects that labels like T-Series focus on. Share your view on the matter, and whether or not you feel Anurag Kashyap is justified to be speaking like this about the music label that has acquired the music rights of his films.
News18
3 days ago
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'If T-Series Doesn't Buy It, It's Great Music': Anurag Kashyap Slams Label Over Dev D, Gulaal
Last Updated: Anurag Kashyap has called out T-Series for underpaying for the music of DevD, Gulaal, and Gangs of Wasseypur, saying the label only pays when stars are involved. Never one to mince words, filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has taken a direct dig at T-Series, India's largest music label, accusing the company of undervaluing quality music and favoring celebrity-driven content over artistry. In a candid interview with The Juggernaut, Kashyap recalled his long-standing experience with the label and revealed that he received negligible payment for some of his most iconic film soundtracks—despite their enduring popularity. 'If Bhushan Kumar [Managing Director of T-Series] is not buying it, then it is good music. If T-Series is not buying it, it is great music," Kashyap quipped, adding bluntly, 'T-Series doesn't buy good music at a good price." The filmmaker, whose cult classic DevD featured a revolutionary soundtrack that still enjoys a loyal following, shared that he was barely compensated for its music rights. 'They paid very little money for the music of DevD, Gangs of Wasseypur, and Gulaal, and they made a lot of money from the music of those films. They only pay for the star in it. They don't pay for the quality of music," he said. 'They paid nothing for DevD's track despite the film's music being one of the cult soundtracks." While acknowledging that the biggest sum he received from the label was for Bombay Velvet, Kashyap was quick to point out the irony: 'The highest amount of money they have paid me was for Bombay Velvet, and the film's music didn't work for them—but they still paid a lot. They don't understand good music, and they will push only for a certain kind of music." Alongside his critique of the music industry, Kashyap also opened up about a major life change—his decision to leave Mumbai. 'I have moved out of Mumbai. It has been 4–5 months, and I am very happy," he revealed. 'I don't meet people who are constantly talking numbers. I have a different circle of people, and I have my books. I am back to how I was at the beginning." Currently promoting his upcoming film Nishaanchi, Anurag Kashyap continues to march to the beat of his own drum—unapologetically authentic, fiercely independent, and, as always, unfiltered. view comments First Published: July 13, 2025, 20:09 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
