- Rajkumar Santoshi
Rajkumar Santoshi ( _hi. राजकुमार सन्तोषी) is an
India nfilm director and producer ofHindi films. He is regarded as one of the finest filma-makers in India.Career
His riveting movies are often characterised by their inherent realism and fine direction of actors. Unlike his contemporaries, Santoshi often relies on original screenplays instead of merely adapting Hollywood movies and adding the usual 'naach gaana' magic mix. While Santoshi has gained the recognition of his peers, he is rarely nominated for awards.
Santoshi is known to repeat actors of his choice in a series of consecutive movies.
Filmography
Films he has written and directed include:
* "Ghayal" (1990)
* "Andaz Apna Apna " (1994)
* "Damini" (1993)
* "Barsaat" (1995)
* "" (1996)
* "China Gate" (1998)
* "Pukar" (2000)
* "Lajja" (2001)
* "The Legend of Bhagat Singh " (2002)
* "Khakee " (2004)
* "" (2006)
* "Halla Bol" (2008)
* "Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani "(2009) Under ProductionWriter/Producer
Films co-produced or written by him but not directed by him:
* "Ardh Satya " (1982) Assistant director
* "Vinashak " (1998) Screenplay
* "Jaanam Samjha Karo " (1999) Screenplay, Co-producer
* "Dil Hai Tumhaara " (2002) Screenplay
* "doli saja ke rakhana " (1999) co-producerExternal links
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