Director

Zeishan Quadri

Zeishan Quadri is the creative force behind some of Bollywood's grittiest crime narratives, having co-written the screenplay for Anurag Kashyap's cult classic Gangs of Wasseypur—a film that completely redefined how Hindi cinema handles the gangster genre. Born in Wasseypur, Bihar, Quadri brought authenticity and raw storytelling to the franchise, even stepping in front of the camera for Part 2. Beyond his work as a writer, he's proven his directorial chops with Meeruthiya Gangsters, establishing himself as a multi-hyphenate talent who refuses to be boxed into one role. Since 2009, he's been consistently pushing boundaries in an industry that often plays it safe. What sets Quadri apart is his unflinching approach to storytelling—he doesn't shy away from the messy, violent underbelly of small-town India, and his scripts reflect a deep understanding of regional politics and local power dynamics. His contribution to Bollywood has been giving voice to stories that mainstream cinema typically ignores, making him one of the more authentic voices in contemporary Hindi filmmaking. Recently, he stepped into the limelight again by participating in Bigg Boss 19, bringing his no-nonsense personality to reality TV and proving that even behind-the-scenes talents can captivate audiences when given the spotlight.