Naseeruddin Shah is an inspiration: Anurag Kashyap

“He (Naseeruddin Shah) is an inspiration. As an actor when he comes on to the sets, the whole atmosphere changes. He lends a pure energy to the sets which is great. I have had an unspoken relationship with Naseer ji since years. I saw Naseer ji’s film when I was in school and since then I have been a fan,” Kashyap told reporters here at an event to promote his upcoming production venture “Michael”.

“Naseer ji has always supported me. When I didn’t have money and even when I had money he has come all out to support - whether it’s a one-day shoot like in ‘That Girl In Yellow Boots’ or a whole film like ‘Michael’. He is always very supportive, encouraging and even critical,” he added.

In “Michael”, Naseeruddin plays the protagonist, and the role is basically about the trials and tribulations of a tainted cop. The film has been directed by newcomer called Ribhu Das Gupta and will be screened at the Toronto Film Festival before its release in India next month.