His Involvement Adds A Very Special Dimension To The Film Says Filmmaker Shenpenn Khymsar Reveals Nawazuddin Siddiqui Didnt Charge A Fee

Nawazuddin Siddiqui continues to earn admiration not just for his extraordinary body of work, but for the warmth, generosity and creative spirit he brings to every collaboration. Celebrated filmmaker and composer Khymsar, who has shared a close association with the actor for nearly eight years, recently opened up about their friendship and creative equation, offering a glimpse into the qualities that make Siddiqui such a valued collaborator.

“Anurag Kashyap introduced me to Nawazuddin nearly eight years ago on the sets of Sacred Games and since then Nawaz and I have become close friends and creative collaborators,” Khymsar shared.

Reflecting on their association, Khymsar highlighted Siddiqui’s willingness to support meaningful creative endeavours and his generosity as an artist. “Given our friendship and our upcoming collaboration, Nawaz graciously agreed to lend his voice to Four Rivers Six Ranges. His involvement adds a very special dimension to the film, and I’m truly grateful to him for being a part of it.”

What stands out in Khymsar’s account is Siddiqui’s approach to collaborations, where his artistic commitment goes beyond conventional professional considerations. According to Khymsar, the actor did not charge a fee for his involvement, respecting the importance of the endeavour, further reflecting the thoughtfulness and sincerity with which he approaches creative associations.

The friendship between the two artists is also evolving into another exciting collaboration. Khymsar and Siddiqui are currently developing Karma – Running to Stand Still, a script that will feature the actor in a unique role, offering another opportunity for Siddiqui to explore unfamiliar territory and bring his distinctive performance style to a new character.

For Khymsar, a self-taught filmmaker and composer born in India as a Tibetan in exile, the association with Siddiqui represents a meaningful creative partnership built over years of friendship, trust and shared artistic sensibilities. Their journey stands as another testament to Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s reputation as an actor who inspires filmmakers and fellow artists alike.