Archive · 28 Jul 2025
Nagesh Kukunoor Talks 'The Hunt,' Modern Filmmaking Challenges
Filmmaker Nagesh Kukunoor discussed his new web series about the investigation following Rajiv Gandhi's assassination.
He wanted to make the show about the investigation itself and not get into politics.
The show is based on a book, but some things were changed to make it more exciting.
Kukunoor also says it is tough to make movies now because people can easily share opinions, which can cause issues.
He focused on casting actors that looked like the real people.
Nagesh Kukunoor discussed his web series "The Hunt - The Rajiv Gandhi Assassination Case" at an Idea Exchange.
The series is based on Anirudhya Mitra's book "Ninety Days" but with changes for dramatic effect.
Kukunoor aimed to keep the series apolitical, focusing on the investigation rather than political viewpoints.
He emphasized the importance of casting actors who closely resemble the real-life characters.
Kukunoor believes social media and hypersensitivity pose significant challenges for modern filmmakers.
- Who
- Filmmaker Nagesh Kukunoor and Alaka Sahani.
- What
- Nagesh Kukunoor discussed his web series "The Hunt" and challenges in modern filmmaking.
- When
- The discussion occurred after the release of "The Hunt".
- Where
- Mumbai.
- Why
- To discuss the making of "The Hunt" and the challenges of filmmaking today.
Filmmakers' Concerns
Societal Challenges
Freedom of Expression
Filmmakers' Concerns
Filmmakers face challenges due to social media and hypersensitivity.
Societal Challenges
Modern filmmakers are more terrified due to lawsuits.
- Series Focus
- Investigation of the Rajiv Gandhi assassination.
- Source Material
- Anirudhya Mitra's book "Ninety Days".
- Kukunoor's Goal
- To keep the series apolitical.
- Casting Approach
- Prioritized actors resembling real-life characters.
- Main Concern
- Social media and hypersensitivity affecting filmmakers.