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Who are the Actors Who Successfully Turned Directors?
In the unique world of cinema, it is often seen that actors do not want to limit themselves to only acting but also shaping the narratives themselves. Without a shadow of doubt, the role of actor-director is challenging. However, some individuals are aced in this field. Come; let’s check who are the actors who have effectively craved their path to become successful directors as well, leaving an incredible mark on the Indian film industry.
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The very successful Farhan Akhtar comes to mind first when speaking about actors turning to directors. Being a fantastic actor, he made a striking directorial debut with ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ back in 2001. His ability to beautifully mix realism with entertainment closely won the audience’s hearts. Eventually, he went on to many notable directorial ventures such as ‘Don’ and ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara,’ and today has established himself as a versatile filmmaker.
Aamir Khan:
It shall come as no surprise that Khan is known for his perfectionism as an actor. The same is true with his films. His debut film, ‘Taare Zameen Par,’ on the lines of dyslexia, touched many hearts. His subsequent works of art include ‘Lagaan’ and ‘PK’. They are all the epitome of meaningful storytelling. Today, he owns his own production house by the name of ‘Aamir Khan Productions.’
Kamal Haasan:
With decades of industry experience, Kamal Haasan has excelled as both an actor as well as a director. He has delivered a number of classics like ‘Hey Ram’ and ‘Vishwaroopam’ and is known to have always explored complex themes and pushed the boundaries of Indian cinema. Over the years, he has not only garnered a huge fan following but also a highly devoted global one.
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While Sen is famous for delivering a bunch of stellar performances on screen, she made a notable directorial debut with ‘A Death in the Gunj.’ One can watch the movie on Amazon Prime Video. The movie was applauded for the keen observation of human relationships and the subtle storyline, thus strengthening her stand as a promising director in the Indian film industry.
Kunal Khemu:
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Kunal Kemmu is one such actor who has never failed to deliver amazing performances. Renowned for his incredible acting prowess, the actor-turned-director recently made his debut as a director with ‘Madgaon Express,’ backed by Excel Entertainment. The movie casts Pratik Gandhi, Avinash Tiwary, Divyendu Sharma, & Nora Fatehi in the main leads. So far, the film is being immensely enjoyed by the audience.
