Kiran Rao
Production · Producer · Director · Second Second Assistant Director
Born Nov 7, 1973 · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Active 2001–present
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.
Filmography
Sitaare Zameen Par (2025) — ProducerHumans in the Loop (2025) — Executive ProducerLike Stars on Earth (2007) — Associate ProducerDangal (2016) — ProducerSwades (2004) — First Assistant DirectorDil Chahta Hai (2001) — Deepa's Friend (uncredited)Lost Ladies (2024) — Director · ProducerSecret Superstar (2017) — ProducerDelhi Belly (2011) — ProducerMonsoon Wedding (2001) — Second Second Assistant DirectorJaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na (2008) — Associate ProducerPeepli Live (2010) — ProducerShip of Theseus (2012) — ProducerLaal Singh Chaddha (2022) — ProducerDhobi Ghat (2010) — Director · Writer · ProducerStolen (2023) — Executive ProducerSaathiya (2002) — First Assistant DirectorSatyamev Jayate (2012) — ProducerLust Stories 3 — DirectorThe Wolf (2026) — Executive Producer