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Character Names in Gangs of Wasseypur
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Anurag Kashyap’s two-part epic, Gangs of Wasseypur (2012), is renowned for its sprawling narrative, raw aesthetic, and intricate web of characters spanning three generations. While the film’s plot revolves around coal mafia feuds and revenge, a critical yet underexplored narrative device is its deliberate and culturally resonant use of character names. This paper argues that the names in Gangs of Wasseypur function not merely as labels but as semiotic markers of caste, lineage, aspiration, irony, and political allegiance, reflecting the socio-economic chaos of small-town India. gangs of wasseypur character names