Kiran Rao
Kiran Rao | |
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Lakme Fashion Week in 2017 | |
Born | [1][2] | 7 November 1973
Alma mater | Sophia College for Women Jamia Millia Islamia |
Occupations |
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Years active | 2004–present |
Organization(s) | Paani Foundation Aamir Khan Productions |
Spouse | |
Children | 1 |
Relatives | Aditi Rao Hydari (cousin) |
Kiran Rao (born 7 November 1973) is an Indian film producer, screenwriter, and director who works in Hindi cinema. In 2016, Rao co-founded Paani Foundation, a non-profit organisation working towards the mission of fighting drought in Maharashtra. She is the board member of Mumbai Academy of the Moving Image.[3]
Early life
Kiran Rao was born into a
Actress
Career
Rao started her career as the assistant director in the
She scripted and directed the film Dhobi Ghat, which was released in January 2011 under Aamir Khan Productions.[17][18] She has started writing her next film which will have roots in Kolkata.[2]
Kiran Rao was made the chairperson of the Mumbai Film Festival - MAMI in 2015.[19] She also sang a Marathi song 'Toofan Aalaya', the Satyamev Jayate Water Cup Anthem.[20]
Personal life
Rao married actor
Rao has been a vegan, and she had influenced her then-husband, Aamir Khan, to turn vegan as well. After discussing the issue, both of them decided to turn vegan.[23][24][25]
On 3 July 2021, Kiran Rao and Aamir Khan announced their decision to divorce after 15 years of marriage via a joint statement where they thanked their family and friends for their continuous support in this matter. They stated that they would continue to raise their son as co-parents.[26]
Filmography
Director
Year | Title | Notes |
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2011 | Dhobi Ghat[27] | |
2024 | Laapataa Ladies[28] |
Producer
Year | Title | Notes |
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2008 | Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na | associate producer |
2010 | Peepli Live | |
2011 | Dhobi Ghat | |
2011 | Delhi Belly | |
2012 | Talaash
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2016 | Dangal | |
2017 | Secret Superstar | |
2019 | Rubaru Roshni[29] | television documentary film |
2022 | Laal Singh Chaddha |
Presenter
Year | Title |
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2013 | Ship of Theseus |
Singer
Year | Title |
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2017 | Toofan Aalaya (Satyamev Jayate Water Cup anthem) |
References
- ^ "Aamir surprises Kiran on birthday". Filmibeat.com. 10 November 2008. Archived from the original on 9 March 2014. Retrieved 18 August 2016.
- ^ a b c Gupta, Pratim D. (3 December 2010). "She's the one!". The Daily Telegraph. Calcutta, India. Archived from the original on 6 December 2010. Retrieved 2 May 2011.
- ^ "Mumbai Academy of Moving Image - Trustees Site". www.mumbaifilmfestival.com.
- ^ "Kiran Rao".
- ^ "No glitz at Aamir's reception".
- ^ "Kiran Rao's schooling". www.india.com. Retrieved 28 February 2021.
- ^ "Look who's home, it's Mrs Khan Kiran's next: solo food trip - Director of Dhobi Ghat rediscovers city on drive down memory lane".
- ^ "Kiran Rao: Unveiling the royal legacy of Aamir Khan's ex-wife; Know how she is related to Aditi Rao Hydari".
- ^ Gupta, Pratim D (6 December 2010). "The Telegraph - Calcutta (Kolkata) | Entertainment | She's the one!". Archived from the original on 6 December 2010. Retrieved 29 October 2021.
- ^ "Kiran Rao: The Gentle Subversive".
- ^ "Dear Mr. Subhash Ghai, my name is Kiran Rao". Tehelka Magazine. 22 January 2011. Archived from the original on 22 September 2012. Retrieved 19 January 2011.
- ^ "The Princes and Princess of Wanaparthi, Andhra Pradesh". INDIAN MEMORY PROJECT. 1 February 2012.
- ^ "Kiran, Aditi Rao's first cousin, has Telangana link". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 26 November 2015.
- ^ Sameer (27 November 2015). "Aamir Khan's wife Kiran Rao belongs to Wanaparthy, Mahboob Nagar". The Siasat Daily - Archive. Retrieved 28 February 2021.
- ^ "The little known Bollywood debut of Kiran Rao in Dil Chahta Hai". Pinkvilla. Archived from the original on 3 July 2015. Retrieved 8 August 2012.
- ^ "Best of Bollywood, South Cinema, Celebrity Photos & Videos - MSN India". www.msn.com.
- ^ "Aamir is a dream producer: Kiran Rao". The Times of India. Retrieved 21 January 2011.
- ^ "India's Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao Talk Dhobi Ghat, Art, Love and Career". UrbLife.com. 2 February 2011.
- ^ "Hope to make space for indie film distribution at MAMI: Kiran Rao". The Indian Express. 30 June 2015. Retrieved 19 December 2016.
- ^ Paani Foundation (3 January 2017). "Toofan Aala - Satyamev Jayate Water Cup Anthem (तुफान आलंया - सत्यमेव जयते वॉटर कप गीत)". Archived from the original on 20 December 2021 – via YouTube.
- ^ "Grand reception for Aamir Khan-Kiran Rao wedding". Archived from the original on 22 February 2007.
- ^ "Baby boy for Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao". Archived from the original on 6 December 2011.
- ^ "AAMIR GOES THE VEGAN WAY!". Mumbai Mirror. 11 March 2015. Retrieved 26 March 2015.
- ^ "Recently Turned Vegan Aamir Khan To Judge 'MasterChef India 4' Finale?". The Huffington Post. Indo-Asian News Service. 15 March 2015. Retrieved 26 March 2015.
- ^ "Aamir Khan quits non-vegetarian food, turns vegan". The Indian Express. Express News Service. 11 March 2015. Retrieved 26 March 2015.
- ^ "Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao announce divorce after 15 years of marriage". The News Minute.
- ^ Chawla, Sonal (23 February 2009). "Aamir Khan's wife Kiran Rao's directorial debut, Dhobi Ghaat's shoot stuck". Mid Day. Retrieved 18 August 2016.
- ^ सिंह, चारु (19 May 2024). "लापता लेडीज़: ग्रामीण ब्याहताओं के व्यक्तित्व की तलाश". The Wire - Hindi. Retrieved 19 May 2024.
- ^ "Everything You Want To Know About Aamir Khan's Rubaru Roshni". Retrieved 25 January 2019.
External links
- Kiran Rao at IMDb