Imtiaz Ali

Imtiaz Ali

53 · Born: Jun 16, 1971

Personal Details

BornJun 16, 1971 Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, India

Biography

Imtiaz Ali is a highly esteemed and accomplished Indian film director and writer, whose illustrious professional journey commenced with a robust foundation in television shows, where he consistently demonstrated his exceptional skills by writing and directing a diverse range of popular programs, including Imtehaan, Naina, and Kurukshetra, thereby showcasing his remarkable talent and versatility in the field of television production.

Kunal Kohli's illustrious career in filmmaking began with his directorial debut, Socha Na Tha, in the year 2005. Despite the film's moderate commercial performance, it did not quite meet the lofty expectations Kohli had set for himself. Undeterred by this initial setback, Kohli remained committed to perfecting his craft, and his perseverance was ultimately rewarded with widespread critical and commercial acclaim for his direction of Jab We Met in 2007.

Noteworthy motion picture achievement heralded a pivotal juncture in Ali's professional trajectory, as it not only garnered extensive critical recognition but also struck a profound chord with viewers, thereby solidifying his reputation as a luminary in the Indian cinematic landscape.

As his cinematic repertoire continued to unfold, Imtiaz Ali's subsequent directorial endeavors, including the 2009 release Love Aaj Kal and the 2011 critically acclaimed Rockstar, went on to reinforce his status as a maestro of the medium, particularly among the younger demographic, who were deeply impacted by the universal themes and emotionally resonant narratives that were characteristic of his work, thus cementing his reputation as a masterful storyteller.

Imtiaz Ali's remarkable career has been marked by his remarkable talent for creating cinematic masterpieces that not only captivate audiences with their engaging narratives and memorable characters but also delve into the complexities of the human experience, sparking profound reflections and introspections that linger long after the credits roll.

Career

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2004
Black Friday
Black Friday as Yakub Memon
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2018
Laila Majnu
Laila Majnu as Story, Screenplay
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2012
Cocktail
Cocktail as Writer
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2006
Ahista Ahista
Ahista Ahista as Story, Screenplay
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2020
Love Aaj Kal
Love Aaj Kal as Director, Screenplay, Story
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2017
Jab Harry Met Sejal
Jab Harry Met Sejal as Director, Screenplay
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2015
Tamasha
Tamasha as Director, Screenplay, Story
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2014
Highway
Highway as Director, Screenplay
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2011
Rockstar
Rockstar as Director, Story
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2009
Love Aaj Kal
Love Aaj Kal as Director, Story
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2007
Jab We Met
Jab We Met as Director, Screenplay, Story
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2005
Socha Na Tha
Socha Na Tha as Director, Screenplay