Nawazuddin agrred to do waiter's role for Rs 2500, but he was not paid with money. He visited their office for 6-7 months and every time he was offered a meal and that is how his dues were settled for this role.
Manoj Bajpai second lead role after Satya 1998 where is got much appreciation.
Nawazuddin Siddique's voice is dubbed in the film.
Sayaji Shinde's character was based on politician turned criminal Mohammad Shahabuddin.
The film had a theatrical release in Canada.