Directors who stole the show in 2023

`Jawan`, starring Shah Rukh Khan, Vijay Sethupathi and Nayanthara in key roles was a box office hit and lived up to director Atlee`s vision

Abhishek Sinha made his film debut with `Tumse Na Ho Payega`. His unique vision infused life into the narrative, turning it into a gripping tale

Akshat Ajay Sharma defied expectations by casting Nawazuddin Siddiqui as a eunuch in his directorial debut film `Haddi`

Shantanu Bagchi directorial debut ‘Mission Majnu’, featured Sidharth Malhotra and Rashmika Mandanna in the lead roles. It was setup on the incidents of 1971 war

‘Tejas’ starring Kangana Ranaut marked Sarvesh Mewara`s directorial debut, focusing on the story of a brave fighter pilot

Helmed by Sameer Vidwans, `Satya Prem Ki Katha` starred Kartik Aaryan and Kiara Advani in the lead. It achieved commercial success and receive critical acclaim

Karan Boolani, entered the realm of Hindi film direction with `Thank You for Coming`. It surfaced on a lighthearted and humorous take on female pleasure

Yashowardhan Mishra embarked on his directorial journey by delving into socio-cultural themes within the heartland of central India in the Netflix film `Kathal

Aasmaan Bhardwaj, the son of legendary filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj, entered the world of directing and made his debut with the film `Kuttey`

Victor Mukherjee made his directorial debut with the film ‘Lakadbaggha`, starring Anshuman Jha and Riddhi Dogra in lead roles