Renowned filmmaker Anurag Kashyap took to Instagram to deliver a stern message that hes done offering free advice to aspiring artists. In a detailed post, he declared that hes no longer entertaining unsolicited requests from newcomers seeking his guidance.In the post, Kashyap expressed frustration over past experiences where he invested time and effort in helping newcomers, only to be disappointed with the results. He emphasized that hes now implementing a strict policy: if someone wants his time, theyll have to pay for it. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anurag Kashyap (@anuragkashyap10)Kashyap outlined his rates for meetings: 1 lakh for 10-15 minutes, 2 lakh for half an hour, and 5 lakh for a full hour. He made it clear that all payments must be made in advance, firmly stating, I am not a charity.The filmmakers daughter, Aaliyah, shared her support for her fathers decision by forwarding the post to individuals who inundated her with scripts for her fathers consideration. Other industry figures, including filmmaker Shekhar Kapur and actress Sunny Leone, echoed Kashyaps sentiments, expressing solidarity with his stance.Producer Somen Mishra posted on his Instagram story. InstagramProducer Somen Mishra steps up in supportProducer Somen Mishra echoed Kashyaps sentiments, highlighting the exhaustion and entitlement often encountered when dealing with unsolicited requests. He emphasized the importance of respecting boundaries and understanding the workload faced by industry professionals.
