Sudhir Mishra on direction, Anurag Kashyap, Irrfan & films | Sudhir Mishra Interview| Jist ft. Mukul

In this episode of Breaking Down, host Mukul Singh Chauhan sits down with renowned filmmaker and screenwriter Sudhir Mishra, the director behind critically acclaimed films such as Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi, Dharavi, Serious Men, Chameli, Khoya Khoya Chand, and more. This conversation delves into the art of direction and filmmaking.


We explore Mishra’s journey, including his early days in Mumbai, and discuss the profound impact of films on society. The conversation touches on the challenges of making political films in today’s climate, especially in the context of cancel culture.


Sudhir Mishra also reveals his favourite actor, shares insights on fellow filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, and provides an exclusive look into his upcoming series Taanav 2, set to release on Sony LIV on September 6th.


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Host: Mukul Singh Chauhan  

Camera: Ajaz | Farhan Haidar  

Video Editor: Sudhanshu Tiwari  

Producer: Ekanki Kasnia  

Sound: Sandeep Pandey  


00:00 - 2:25 : Introduction
2:26 - 12:33 : Accidental Filmmaker
12:34 - 16:23: Exploring Ideas During the Making of a Film
16:24 - 18:51: Dealing with Creative Block
18:52 - 21:51 : Success of His Movies That Made Him Happy
21:52 - 26:58: Do Movies Impact Society?
26:59 - 36:00 : Changes in Cinema from Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro to Tanaav S2 and Shifts in Filmmaking Economics
36:01 - 39:06: Is It Challenging to Make Political Films Today, Especially in Cancel Culture?
39:07 - 45:51 : Mishra Shares His Insights on Making Tanaav Season 2
45:52 - 53:40 : Sudhir Mishra’s Favourite Actor
53:41 - 1:02:40 : Advice for Aspiring Filmmakers and Mishra’s Ambitions

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