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Quentin Tarantino Hails Sanjay Gupta’s ‘Kaante’ as a Masterpiece
✍️ NDTV
🗓 01 Nov 2026, 07:07 AM
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Hollywood director Quentin Tarantino said he felt truly honoured to watch Sanjay Gupta’s 2002 thriller ‘Kaante’, praising its style and execution.
Renowned filmmaker Quentin Tarantino publicly expressed his admiration for Sanjay Gupta’s 2002 crime thriller ‘Kaante’. In a recent interview, Tarantino said he felt "truly honoured" to watch the film, highlighting its stylish storytelling and tight editing.
He noted that the movie’s gritty urban setting and ensemble cast reminded him of classic Hollywood heist films, while also showcasing a distinct Indian sensibility. Tarantino’s comments have sparked renewed interest in the film among both Indian and international audiences.
Industry observers say the endorsement underscores the growing cross‑border appreciation of Indian cinema’s genre work. The director’s praise is expected to boost viewership of ‘Kaante’ on streaming platforms and may influence future collaborations between Bollywood and Hollywood talent.
He noted that the movie’s gritty urban setting and ensemble cast reminded him of classic Hollywood heist films, while also showcasing a distinct Indian sensibility. Tarantino’s comments have sparked renewed interest in the film among both Indian and international audiences.
Industry observers say the endorsement underscores the growing cross‑border appreciation of Indian cinema’s genre work. The director’s praise is expected to boost viewership of ‘Kaante’ on streaming platforms and may influence future collaborations between Bollywood and Hollywood talent.