Date: February 28, 2025

Anurag Kashyap Telugu Debut: A New Villain in Tollywood

Anurag Kashyap’s Shift to South Cinema

Bollywood director Anurag Kashyap has taken a step back from the Hindi film industry and is now focusing on South Indian cinema. He has openly criticized the work culture in Bollywood, stating that many of his films fail to even get released. His transition to acting in South Indian films has earned him a loyal following.

A Villainous Streak in South Indian Films

Anurag Kashyap gained immense popularity as the antagonist in the 2024 Tamil film Maharaja. Following this, he played a key role in the Malayalam film Rifle Club. Now, he is set to make his Telugu debut in Adivi Sesh’s upcoming film Dacoit. His impressive performances have made him a go-to choice for antagonist roles in South cinema.

First Look of Anurag Kashyap in Dacoit

The first-look poster of Anurag Kashyap from Dacoit was released today. Sharing the poster, Kashyap tweeted:

🗨️ “Fearless, witty, and brutally honest – Announcing my first Telugu/Hindi bilingual as ‘Inspector Swamy’ in Adivi Sesh’s #DACOIT.”

It remains unclear whether Kashyap plays a key supporting role or the main villain in the movie, adding to the curiosity surrounding his character.

A Serious Move into South Indian Cinema

Unlike many Bollywood actors who experiment with regional films, Anurag Kashyap appears to be serious about his transition. His carefully chosen roles indicate that he plans to stay in the South Indian industry for a longer time.

Recently, Kashyap screened his film Kennedy, featuring Sunny Leone, at Rama Naidu Studios in Hyderabad. With his debut in Telugu, it remains to seen if he will release Kennedy in Telugu or even direct a straight Telugu film in the near future.

About Dacoit

The upcoming film Dacoit directed by Shaniel Deo and stars Adivi Sesh in the lead role. Mrunal Thakur plays the female lead, making this an exciting project to watch out for.

What’s Next for Anurag Kashyap?

With his successful transition to South cinema, Anurag Kashyap might continue to take up more antagonist roles and even explore direction in Telugu. His raw and intense performances have already captivated audiences, and Dacoit will further establish his presence in Tollywood.

🎬 Are you excited to see Anurag Kashyap in Telugu films? Stay tuned for more updates!