About

Known credits:
19
Birthday:
1947-10-19
Place of birth:
Bombay (now Mumbai), British India
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Kundan Shah

Overview

Kundan Shah (1947–2017) was an Indian film director and writer celebrated for his contributions to Indian cinema and television. He gained acclaim for his satirical comedy Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983), which has become a cult classic. Shah also co-directed the popular television series Nukkad (1986–1987) with Saeed Akhtar Mirza, depicting the lives of urban lower-middle-class individuals. Another significant work is Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa (1994), a romantic comedy featuring Shah Rukh Khan. Shah's storytelling often highlighted social issues with humor and empathy.

Known for

Acting
2016 Saeed Mirza: The Leftist Sufi Actor Self 59
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2015 I Am Offended Actor Self 59
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Directing
2015 P Se PM Tak Directing Director 58
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2008 Mumbai Cutting Directing Director N/A
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2004 Ek Se Badhkar Ek Directing Director N/A
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2002 Dil Hai Tumhaara Directing Director 58
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2000 Hum To Mohabbat Karega Directing Director 58
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2000 Kya Kehna Directing Director 58
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1994 Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa Directing Director 59
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1986 Nukkad Directing Director N/A
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1983 Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro Directing Director 60
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1976 Bonga Directing Director N/A
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Writing
2015 P Se PM Tak Writing Writer 58
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2002 Dil Hai Tumhaara Writing Screenplay 58
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1994 Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa Writing Screenplay 59
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1994 Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa Writing Story 59
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1983 Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro Writing Story 60
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1983 Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro Writing Screenplay 60
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Crew
1976 Bonga Crew Script N/A
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