Director Anurag Kashyap revealed that his 2015 film 'Bombay Velvet' was initially written with Ranveer Singh in mind for the lead role. Kashyap explained that the studio and producers ultimately pushed for Ranbir Kapoor due to his bankable star power, a decision that required him to adapt his creative vision. Despite the casting change, Kashyap praised Kapoor's commitment and performance, noting that the film's ambitious neo-noir aesthetic was a significant undertaking.