Writer and actor Zeishan Quadri, who created the story of Gangs of Wasseypur and played the memorable character Definite, has shared new details about the making of the iconic film. In a chat with Siddharth Kannan, Zeishan revealed that he received just Rs 5 lakh for the first part and was never paid for the second.

‘UTV Backed Out A Week Before Shoot’

Talking about the early struggles, Zeishan said, “I got Rs 5 lakh and I was told that I would be paid for part 2 but that didn’t happen. Because there was no money. One week before the shoot of the second part, UTV backed out saying we won’t make this film."

He added that despite the setback, the team decided to go ahead. “There was no money then and I didn’t need it either. I was more interested in getting the film made. Everyone said th

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