Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap grabbed headlines when he touched Manoj Bajpayee’s feet at the Jugnuma premiere in Mumbai, alongside actors Jaideep Ahlawat and Vijay Varma. The video of the playful gesture quickly went viral, leaving fans amused and impressed by the camaraderie between the stars.
In a recent interview with News18, Anurag explained the reason behind the gesture, saying, “Jaideep, Vijay, Viineet (Kumar Siingh), and I met each other suddenly after a long time. And we touched Manoj’s feet (laughs). He’s unstoppable. He just goes on and on with his films. Inspector Zende was released recently, and then Jugnuma came. Kaise kar leta hai yeh aadmi! He’s older but ten times fitter than me. He’s like another Anil Kapoor. That’s why hum unke pair padh gaye the (laughs)! He’s a legend.”
Anurag reflected on Manoj’s work ethic, describing how the actor continues to push boundaries even after years in the industry. He highlighted the respect and admiration that prompted him and his co-stars to touch Manoj’s feet, calling it a humorous yet heartfelt tribute to a legend.
The viral clip captured Manoj standing on stage as Vijay hugged him, Jaideep touched his feet, and Anurag followed, almost bowing completely. Fans were delighted by the light-hearted interaction, which showcased the playful and respectful bond among the actors.
Anurag Kashyap’s recent directorial, Nishaanchi, released on 19 September to positive reviews. He is currently working on Bandar, starring Bobby Deol and Sanya Malhotra, and as an actor, he will next appear in Dacoit: A Love Story, alongside Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur, releasing in theatres on 25 December.