Anurag Basu at Red Carpet Celebrating 100 Years of the Essel Group

Anurag Basu showed up and showed out at the Essel Group’s star-studded centennial celebration. The filmmaker and master storyteller brought that distinctive creative punch to the red carpet moment, proving he’s still got the industry watching his every move.

From the gritty psyche of Gangster: A Love Story to the twisted comedy of Ludo, Anurag Basu doesn’t do boring. The man who crafted Barfi! and the edgy Murder has spent decades making audiences feel things in ways they didn’t expect. Whether he’s directing, shooting cinematography, producing, or stepping in front of the camera as an actor, Basu brings that same fearless sensibility to every role.

A century of Essel Group excellence deserved the right guest list, and Anurag Basu absolutely earned his spot. His films span multiple decades and multiple moods. From ensemble pieces like Life in a… Metro that juggle entire casts and storylines without losing momentum, to intimate character studies that hit hard. He’s one of those rare filmmakers who can shift between indie sensibilities and big-screen spectacle without missing a beat, and frankly, that’s the kind of range that keeps audiences coming back.

Press play to see Anurag Basu work the red carpet with his usual bold flair.