Rajkummar Rao's 'Gangs of Wasseypur' Role Slashed Last Minute by Anurag Kashyap

• Rajkummar Rao was initially cast in a parallel lead role opposite Nawazuddin Siddiqui in 'Gangs of Wasseypur'.
• The original script focused on the rivalry between Rajkummar and Nawazuddin's characters, with both actors preparing in Wasseypur.
• Anurag Kashyap later changed the script, expanding it into a two-part film, which significantly reduced Rajkummar's role.
• Despite the reduced role, Rajkummar decided to stay, finding the experience beneficial for his career.
• His involvement led to meeting Mukesh Chhabra and later Hansal Mehta, which resulted in the career-defining film 'Shahid'.