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Abhinav Singh Kashyap (born 6 September 1974) is an Indian film director and screenwriter, who initially gained recognition for directing and co-writing Dabangg (2010).
Early life and education
Kashyap was born in Obra, Uttar Pradesh where his father worked for the Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation.[1]
He is an alumnus of The Scindia School, Gwalior and completed his graduation in English Hons from Hansraj College, University of Delhi in 1995.[2]
He is the younger brother of director Anurag Kashyap and Anubhuti Kashyap.[3][4][5]
Career
In 2000, he was involved in writing the script of the film Jung. He worked as an assistant to film maker Mani Ratnam for the film Yuva (2004). He also wrote dialogue for the films Manorama Six Feet Under (2007) and 13B (2009). He made his debut as a director in the 2010 action film Dabangg, which he also co-wrote, along with Dilip Shukla. Bollywood actor Salman Khan and debutant actress Sonakshi Sinha played the lead roles in the film. Dabangg was released on 10 September 2010.[6] His second film Besharam was released on 2 October 2013. It was a critical and commercial failure. He also worked as a boom operator in 2012 short film named The Photograph.[7][8]
Accusations against Khan family
On 15 June 2020, Kashyap released a statement on Facebook on the suicide of actor Sushant Singh Rajput, appealing the Maharashtra government to launch a detailed investigation.[16] He accused Salman Khan, his brothers Arbaaz and Sohail and father Salim of sabotaging his career and bullying him.[17][18] In response, Arbaaz said that the Khan family has started legal action against Kashyap.[19][20][21]
When Salim was asked to react to these claims, and he sarcastically said that of course they have ruined his career. Salim said watch his films first and then come to speak to him.[22] Salim further said that Abhinav probably forgot to take his father, Rashid Khan’s name along with his forefathers.[23] Salim concluded by saying that Abhinav can do whatever he wants and that he’s not going to waste time reacting to these accusations.[24][25]
Personal life
Kashyap was married to Chatura Rao from 1997 to 2017, they have two daughters.[26][27][28][29]
In 2015, Kashyap was involved with actress Simran Suri.[30]
Filmography
Films
| Year | Title | Director | Screenwriter | Actor | Role(s) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Jung | Template:Yes | ||||
| 2003 | Paanch | Template:Yes | Salam | |||
| 2004 | Yuva | Template:Yes | Trilok | Also Template:No wrap | ||
| 2007 | Manorama Six Feet Under | Template:Partial | ||||
| 2009 | 13B | Template:Partial | Also creative supervisor | |||
| 2010 | Dabangg | Template:Yes | Template:Yes | |||
| 2012 | Photograph | Boom operator only | ||||
| 2013 | Besharam | Template:Yes | Template:Yes | |||
| 2016 | The Hatted Room | Short film; editor only | ||||
| 2018 | Forsake | Short film; cinematographer only | ||||
| 2019 | Wig | Template:Yes | Customer | Short film; also production designer | ||
| 2023 | Nikita Roy and The Book of Darkness Template:Dagger | Creative consultant only |
Television
| Year | Title | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Darr | Unknown episodes |
| 2001 | Ssshhhh...Koi Hai | Episode: "Mumkin" |
| 2004-2005 | Siddhant | Template:No wrap |
| 2005 | Dil Kya Chahta Hai | |
| 2007 | Shakira: The End of Evil |
References
- ↑ Anurag Kashyap, the Godfather. Hindustan Times, Brunch(5 July 2013). Retrieved 7 July 2013.
- ↑ Abhinav Singh Kashyap: All my projects have been sabotaged by Salman Khan's family. The Indian Express(2020-06-16). Retrieved 2022-10-17.
- ↑ Anurag Kashyap's sister refuses his film? – Times Of India(28 September 2013).
- ↑ "Now Anurag will be called Abhinav Kashyap's brother" – Abhinav Kashyap. Retrieved 21 September 2010.
- ↑ Anurag Kashyap says he doesn't see eye-to-eye with brother Abhinav Kashyap on many topics: 'We have different political ideologies'. Hindustan Times(28 July 2020).
- ↑ Abhinav Kashyap open to work with Salman Khan. www.indiatvnews.com(31 July 2013).
- ↑ The Photograph.
- ↑ Abhinav Kashyap releases 'The Crossfire of Love', a novel by US-based author Dhiren Tiwari. ANI News.
- ↑ Abhinav Kashyap – Movies, Biography, News, Age & Photos. BookMyShow.
- ↑ Who is Abhinav Kashyap? Meet Anurag's brother who accused Salman Khan of 'bullying him'. Free Press Journal.
- ↑ Directing Salman was harder than directing Ranbir: Abhinav Kashyap(1 October 2013). Retrieved 4 March 2014.
- ↑ I've always lived under Anurag's shadow, says Abhinav Kashyap. India Today(February 7, 2014).
- ↑ Is being Anurag Kashyap's brother taking a toll on Abhinav Kashyap?. Bollywood Life(7 February 2014).
- ↑ Abhinav Kashyap: My brother and I want to rule different areas of Bollywood. NDTV.com.
- ↑ Abhinav Kashyap queries Besharam critics, Uddin, Zakia. Digital Spy(4 October 2013).
- ↑ Dabangg Dir. Abhinav Kashyap Calls Out B-Town's Bullying, Alleges Salman's Family Sabotaged Films, Magan, Srishti. www.scoopwhoop.com(16 June 2020).
- ↑ 7 Bollywood Celebs Whose Careers Got Ruined Because They Pissed Off Someone Big, Bhatia, Akanksha. www.scoopwhoop.com(17 April 2021).
- ↑ My projects were sabotaged: Abhinav Kashyap says Salman Khan's family ruined his career. ThePrint(16 June 2020). Retrieved 15 July 2020.
- ↑ 'We have taken legal action, complained to film body,' says Arbaaz Khan as Abhinav Kashyap targets Salman Khan's Being Human. Hindustan Times(21 June 2020). Retrieved 15 July 2020.
- ↑ 'Abhinav Kashyap should have approached us to resolve matters with Salman Khan,' says film association. The Indian Express(20 June 2020).
- ↑ Abhinav Kashyap accuses Salman Khan & family of sabotaging his career, Arbaaz contemplates 'legal action'. The Economic Times.
- ↑ Abhinav Kashyap claims Salman Khan's Being Human is a money-laundering hub. The Tribune India(2020-06-19).
- ↑ Bandra cartel exists: Director Abhinav Kashyap attacks Salman Khan, family for 'sabotaging' his career. The New Indian Express.
- ↑ Salim Khan reacts to Abhinav Kashyap's accusations on Salman Khan and family. Bollywood Hungama(17 June 2020).
- ↑ Exclusive: Salman's Father Salim Khan Lashes Out At Abhinav Kashyap, Calls Him 'Frustrated Man', Jain, Ravi. news.abplive.com(17 June 2020).
- ↑ Search – Tulika Books. www.tulikabooks.com.
- ↑ The long road home. The Hindu(13 February 2017).
- ↑ Books by Chatura Rao (Author of Meanwhile, Upriver). www.goodreads.com.
- ↑ Chatura Rao | The Caravan. caravanmagazine.in.
- ↑ What's brewing between Abhinav Kashyap and Simran Suri?. Times of India(January 1, 2015).