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Kiran Rao
Director, Film Producer
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Kiran Rao is an Indian filmmaker and producer known for her offbeat storytelling and focus on real, grounded themes. She started as an assistant director on Lagaan and later directed Dhobi Ghat in 2010, a film praised for its fresh style and emotion. Educated at Soph...
Kiran Rao Bio
| Full Name | Kiran Rao |
| Profession | Director, Film Producer |
| Height (approx.) | 5’ 2” |
| Weight (approx.) | 50 kg |
| Eye Colour | Dark-brown |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Date Of Birth | Wednesday, 07 Nov 1973 |
| Age | 51 |
| Birthplace | Bangalore, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Kolkata, India |
| Marital Status | Divorced |
| Children | Azad Rao Khan |
| Net Worth | ~4 MN USD (RS 30cr) |
| Debut: |
Movie - Dhobi Ghat |
| Quotes: |
“ Going to villages and visiting them changed my perspective about my own life… I felt more connected with people and in a sense experienced a bright new world“ “ As filmmakers we wanted to know how we can be a part of change.“ “ Every filmmaker should make a film that they themselves would like to watch.“ |
| Awards: |
Filmfare Award (2024)
Australian Academy – AACTA Award (2024)
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Kiran Rao Filmography
Kiran Rao FAQ
Kiran Rao is an Indian filmmaker, screenwriter, and producer known for her work on critically acclaimed films like Dhobi Ghat and Laapataa Ladies. She was formerly married to actor Aamir Khan.
Her directorial debut was Dhobi Ghat (2010), a critically praised film that explored urban loneliness and intersecting lives in Mumbai.
Yes, she has worked as an assistant director on films like Lagaan and Swades, and she has co-produced several projects through Aamir Khan Productions.
Absolutely. In 2024, she returned to direction with Laapataa Ladies, a film that gained both commercial success and critical acclaim.
Kiran Rao maintains a low profile online and is not very active on public social media platforms.
Trivias
Kiran Rao was born to a Telugu-speaking family in Bangalore but grew up in Kolkata
Kiran Rao is distantly related to the royal family of Wanaparthy, a princely state in Telangana. She carries aristocratic roots through her paternal lineage
Before becoming a director, she worked as an assistant director on major films like Lagaan, Swades, and Monsoon Wedding, gaining industry experience behind the scenes.
Kiran is a co-founder of Paani Foundation, a non-profit that focuses on combating drought and promoting sustainable water management in rural Maharashtra.
