Kiran Rao

Producer

Born: November 7, 1973 (52 years old)

Place of birth: Bengaluru, Karnataka, 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.

Filmography (17)

• Dil Chahta Hai (2001, ★ 6.8)
• Peepli Live (2010, ★ 7.3)
• Lost Ladies (2024, ★ 7.8)
• Like Stars on Earth (2007, ★ 8)
• Dangal (2016, ★ 7.9)
• Dhobi Ghat (2010, ★ 6.4)
• Ship of Theseus (2012, ★ 6.9)
• Monsoon Wedding (2001, ★ 6.8)
• Secret Superstar (2017, ★ 7.3)
• Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na (2008, ★ 6.8)
• Delhi Belly (2011, ★ 7.1)
• Swades (2004, ★ 7.3)
• Saathiya (2002, ★ 6.1)
• Laal Singh Chaddha (2022, ★ 6.3)
• Sitaare Zameen Par (2025, ★ 7)
• Stolen (2023, ★ 6.9)
• Humans in the Loop (2025, ★ 6.8)