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 · Producer · WriterStolen (2023) - Executive ProducerSaathiya (2002) - First Assistant DirectorSatyamev Jayate (2012) - ProducerLust Stories 3 - DirectorThe Wolf (2026) - Executive Producer