2007Winner
Best Picture
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Kiran Rao
Actor · Director · Producer · Writer
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
November 7, 1973
Biography
Kiran Rao (born 7 November 1973) is an Indian filmmaker who works in Hindi cinema. She has directed the films Dhobi Ghat (2011) and Laapataa Ladies (2024). In 2016, Rao co-founded Paani Foundation, a non-profit organisation. She was married to famous Indian actor, Aamir Khan, from 2005 to 2021.
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Awards and Honors
Critical Favorites
2016Winner
Best Picture
Dangal
2025Nominee
Best Picture
Sitaare Zameen Par
Career Highlights
2001Highlight
Best Director
Monsoon Wedding
2001Highlight
Best Performance
Dil Chahta Hai
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Dangal
Sitaare Zameen Par