B-Town Actors Turned Directors

Source : Tenor Bollywood Bollywood actors have not only ruled the screen but also stepped behind the camera to bring their creative vision to life. With Hrithik Roshan making his debut as a helmer with Krrish 4, here’s a look at stars who turned directors. By : Team IndiaForums

Aamir Khan

Source : Instagram The perfectionist actor made his directorial debut with Taare Zameen Par (2007), a heartwarming story about a dyslexic child.

Farhan Akhtar

Source : Instagram He redefined modern Bollywood storytelling with Dil Chahta Hai (2001) and later directed Lakshya (2004), Don (2006), and Don 2 (2011).

Sunny Deol

Source : Instagram The action star first stepped behind the camera for Dillagi (1999) and returned with Ghayal Once Again (2016). He also directed his son's debut film 'Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas'.

Randeep Hooda

Source : Instagram Known for his intense performances, he makes his directorial debut with Swatantrya Veer Savarkar (2024).

Kangana Ranaut

Source : Instagram A powerhouse performer, she turned director with her film Emergency (2025)

Hrithik Roshan

Source : Instagram After years of dazzling audiences on screen, he is set to direct Krrish 4 (Upcoming), marking his first step behind the camera.

Konkona Sen Sharma

Source : Instagram A master storyteller, she directed the critically acclaimed A Death in the Gunj (2017).

Kunal Kemmu

Source : Instagram The versatile actor made his directorial debut with the comic caper Madgaon Express (2024).

Ajay Devgn

Source : Instagram The action maestro turned filmmaker with U Me Aur Hum (2008) and later helmed Shivaay (2016) and Runway 34 (2022).

R. Madhavan

Source : Instagram The charming actor impressed audiences with his directorial debut Rocketry: The Nambi Effect (2022), a gripping biopic.