List of famous film directors from India, listed alphabetically with photos when available. India has given birth to some great movie directors over the years, many of who have gone on to direct popular comedies, dramas, horror movies and more. These are some of the best Indian directors in the history of the world, so if you're a native of India and an aspiring director then these are people you should look up to.
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You can click on the names of these legendary directors of India in order to get more information about each one. If you're a film buff use this list of talented Indian directors to find some new movies you haven't already seen.A. B. Raj
Age: 95Birthplace: Alappuzha, Eurasia, Alappuzha district, India, Kerala
Nationality: India
Films Directed: Adima Changala, Agnisaram, Neethi
Antony Basker Raj (born 21 April 1925), also known as A. B. Raj, is an Indian director of... moreA. Bhimsingh
Dec. at 54 (1924-1978)Birthplace: South India, Eurasia, Chittoor district, Chittoor, India
Nationality: India
Films Directed: Pachhai Vilakku, Padhi Bhakti, Rakhi, Sadhu Aur Shaitaan, Raja Rani
A. Bhimsingh or Bhim Singh (1924–1978) was an Indian filmmaker, producer, editor, and writer... more
A. K. Sajan
A. K. Sajan is an Indian Malayalam screenwriter and film director who is best known for his... moreA. Karunakaran
Age: 59Birthplace: Eurasia, India, Kerala
Nationality: India
Films Directed: Ullasamga Utsahamga, Tholi Prema, Vasu, Krishnarjuna, Yuvakudu
A. Karunakaran (born 25 December 1971) is a Telugu film director.... moreA. Kodandarami Reddy
Age: 65Birthplace: South India, Eurasia, India, Andhra Pradesh
Nationality: India
Films Directed: Khaidi, Pokiri Raja, Goonda, Neram Nadi Kadu, Sivudu Sivudu Sivudu
Kodandarami Reddy (born July 1, 1950) is an Indian film director best known for his works in... moreA. L. Vijay
Age: 37Nationality: India
Films Directed: Gods Own Child, Poi Solla Porom, Kireedam, Thaandavam, Madharasapattinam
Vijay, is a film director who works in the Tamil film industry. A disciple of ace director... moreA. M. Rathnam
A. M. Rathnam is an Indian film producer from Andhra Pradesh, known for his works in Telugu... moreA. P. Nagarajan
Dec. at 49 (1928-1977)Nationality: India
Films Directed: Thiruvilayadal, Rajaraja Cholan, Thirumal Perumai, Thillaanaa Mohanambal, Saraswati Sabatham
Akkamappettai Paramasivan Nagarajan (24 February 1928) – 5 April 1977 was an Indian film... moreA. R. Murugadoss
Age: 46Birthplace: Kallakurichi, Eurasia, India, Viluppuram district, Tamil Nadu
Nationality: India
Films Directed: Ghajini, Ghajini, Dheena, 7th Sense, Thuppakki Hindi Remake
Murugadoss Arunasalam, commonly known by his stage name AR Murugadoss, is an Indian film... moreA. Veerappan
Age: 87Birthplace: Eurasia, India, Tamil Nadu, Tiruchirappalli
Nationality: India
Films Directed: Zameen Aasmaan
A. Veerappan is a film producer and film director....- A. Venkatesh is a Indian film director and actor working in Tamil cinema. Beginning his career... more
A. Vincent
Age: 92Birthplace: Eurasia, India, Kozhikode, Kerala
Nationality: India
Films Directed: Nadhi, Naam Pirandha Mann, Murappennu, Asuravithu, Agaani
Aloysius Vincent (14 June 1928 – 25 February 2015) was an Indian cinematographer and director... more- Aamir Bashir (आमिर बशीर) is an Indian actor and film director.... more
Aamir Khan
Age: 55Birthplace: Mumbai, India
Nationality: India
Films Directed: Like Stars on Earth
Mohammed Aamir Hussain Khan (born 14 March 1965) is an Indian actor, director, filmmaker and... more- Abbas Burmawalla is a film director, producer and screenwriter.... more
- Abbas and Mustan Burmawalla are brothers known for directing stylish suspense, action and... more
Abbas Tyrewala
Age: 36Birthplace: Maharashtra, Eurasia, India, Mumbai
Nationality: India
Films Directed: Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na, Jhootha Hi Sahi
Abbas Tyrewala is an Indian film screenwriter and director. After making his mark as a... moreAbdul Majid
Age: 88Birthplace: Kolkata, Kolkata district, West Bengal, Eurasia, East India
Nationality: India
Films Directed: Chameli Memsaab
Abdul Majid is a film director....Abhimanyu Ray
Abhimanyu Ray is a casting director....Abhinav Kashyap
Age: 46Birthplace: Obra, Eurasia, Uttar Pradesh, India, Sonbhadra district
Nationality: India
Films Directed: Dabangg
Abhinav Singh Kashyap is an Indian film director and screenwriter.... moreAbhinay Deo
Abhinay Deo is an Indian film director and screenwriter known for his works in bollywood,... moreAbhishek Chaubey
Age: 43Birthplace: Faizabad, Eurasia, Faizabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India
Nationality: India
Films Directed: Dedh Ishqiya, Ishqiya
Abhishek, a renowned Indian filmmaker, recently co-wrote and directed the critically acclaimed... moreAbhishek Kapoor
Age: 44Birthplace: Eurasia, India, Asia
Nationality: India
Films Directed: Aryan, Rock On!! 2, Kai Po Che!, Rock On!!
Abhishek Kapoor (born 6 August 1971) is an Indian film actor, director and producer. He... moreAbhishek Pathak
Age: 33Birthplace: Punjab, India, Eurasia, India
Nationality: India
Films Directed: A Drop
Born on 1st July 1987 in Punjab, Abhishek Pathak started his film carrier at the age of 17,...Abrar Alvi
Dec. at 82 (1927-2009)Nationality: India
Films Directed: Zamane Se Poocho, Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam
Abrar Alvi (Hindi: अबरार अल्वी; Urdu: ابرار علوی; 1 July 1927 – 18 November 2009) was an... more
