Govind Menon is a trailblazing Bollywood director who has made a significant impact in the industry with his versatile range of films. With a string of music videos and four feature films under his belt, he has explored various genres, from film noir to love stories, musicals, and comedies.
His sophomore effort, Khwahish (Desire),was a resounding success, ranking among the top ten box office hits of 2003 and catapulting Mallika Sherawat to stardom. The film's bold portrayal of sexuality and on-screen intimacy broke down the long-standing taboo of state censorship, making it a landmark in Indian cinema.
Menon's subsequent film, Bachke Rehna Rebaba (Beware),released in 2006, was a major production shot primarily in Mauritius, featuring an all-star cast and a global release in over 200 prints across India, the Middle East, UK, US, Canada, Mauritius, and South Africa.
Beyond directing, Menon has ventured into production, founding Split Image Pictures in India and Nuclear Mango Studios in Los Angeles. His current projects include Hisss, directed by Jennifer Lynch, and Love, Barack, directed by Doug McHenry.
Menon's wife, Simrit Brar, is a renowned graphic designer who has crafted posters for over 30 films, including the Oscar-nominated Lagaan. She has worked with top design companies in Manhattan, including Smart Design and Co-Op Design.
A polyglot, Menon is fluent in five languages: Malayalam, Hindi, English, Spanish, and Nepali. He is a world traveler and has attended the University of Texas, Austin, for his Master's degree in Film Directing. Menon currently splits his time between Los Angeles and India.
