Kiran Rao

किरण राव

1973 – Present

Genres: Comedy
Topics: Justice
Region: South Asia
Heritage: India

Biography

Kiran Rao (born 7 November 1973) is an Indian filmmaker who works in Hindi cinema. She has directed the films Dhobi Ghat (2011) and Laapataa Ladies (2024). In 2016, Rao co-founded Paani Foundation, a non-profit organisation. She was married to famous Indian actor, Aamir Khan, from 2005 to 2021.

Selected Filmography

Lost Ladiesलापता लेडीज़2023Kiran Rao

Selected Recognition

Lost Ladies

2023

Winner
Filmfare Awards (70th) · Best Film (2025) · Winner
Winner
Filmfare Awards (70th) · Best Director (2025) · Winner
Winner
IIFA Awards (25th) · Best Picture (2025) · Winner
Winner
IIFA Awards (25th) · Best Direction (2025) · Winner
Nominee
Academy Awards · India's Official Submission, Best International Feature (2025) · Nominee
First
India's official submission for the 97th Academy Awards — Best International Feature Film category