Imtiaz Ali

Basic Information

• Name - Imtiaz Ali

• Date of Birth - June 16, 1971

• Nationality - Indian

• Spouse - Preety Ali (m. 1995)

• Children - Ida Ali

• Parents - Mansoor Ali

• Profession - Film Director, Writer, Producer

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Biography

Imtiaz Ali, born on June 16, 1971, is a renowned Indian filmmaker known for weaving soulful love stories on screen. Hailing from Jamshedpur and spending part of his childhood in Patna, he was influenced by his father라이브 바카라 work in irrigation, which gave him insights into life across India. He pursued his education at St. Michael's High School in Patna and D.B.M.S. English School in Jamshedpur before studying at Hindu College, Delhi University, where he actively participated in theater. He later completed a diploma from the Xavier Institute of Communication in Mumbai.

Ali started his career directing television shows like Kurukshetra and Imtihaan before making his Bollywood debut in 2005 with Socha Na Tha, produced by Sunny Deol. Though the film wasn’t a commercial success, it marked the beginning of his journey as a director. His big break came in 2007 with Jab We Met, starring Kareena Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor, which became a massive hit and won him a Filmfare Award for Best Dialogue.

His next film, Love Aaj Kal (2009), starring Saif Ali Khan and Deepika Padukone, was a box office success and earned him another Filmfare nomination for Best Director. He followed it up with Rockstar (2011), featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Nargis Fakhri, which became a cult favorite due to its intense storytelling, Kapoor라이브 바카라 performance, and A. R. Rahman라이브 바카라 music. Ali also wrote the screenplay for Cocktail (2012), which was well-received.

In 2013, he founded his own production company, Window Seat Films, and directed Highway (2014), starring Alia Bhatt and Randeep Hooda. The film tackled themes of trauma and mental health and received critical acclaim. His 2015 film Tamasha, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone, received mixed initial reactions but later gained cult status for its deep exploration of self-discovery.

Ali continues to be one of Bollywood라이브 바카라 most celebrated storytellers, known for his introspective characters and poetic narratives that resonate with audiences.

Career Timeline

• Early 2000s - Worked in television, directing shows like Kurukshetra and Imtihaan.

• 2005 - Directorial debut with Socha Na Tha.

• 2007 - Jab We Met became a blockbuster, establishing him as a leading director.

• 2009 - Love Aaj Kal explored love across generations and received widespread acclaim.

• 2011 - Rockstar, featuring Ranbir Kapoor, became a cult classic.

• 2014 - Highway, starring Alia Bhatt, showcased his knack for unconventional storytelling.

• 2015 - Tamasha further solidified his reputation for deep and philosophical narratives.

• 2020 -  Love Aaj Kal (2020) received mixed reviews but remained an example of his experimental style.

• 2024 - Amar Singh Chamkila, a film on the life of the Punjabi folk singer, marks his latest venture.

Achievements

Awards & Recognition:

• Filmfare Award for Best Director (Jab We Met)

• Stardust Award for Best Director (Love Aaj Kal)

• Mirchi Music Award for Rockstar

• Recognized for his unique contributions to contemporary Indian cinema

Records/Stats:

• Rockstar became one of the highest-grossing films of 2011

• Jab We Met remains one of Bollywood라이브 바카라 most celebrated romantic films

Philanthropic Work:

• Actively supports aspiring filmmakers through workshops and masterclasses

• Engages in social initiatives promoting education and artistic expression

Key Quotes / Catchphrases

• “If a story doesn’t inspire me, I can’t make the film.”

• “Love is not about possession, it라이브 바카라 about appreciation.”

• “The journey is more important than the destination.”

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