Nitesh Tiwari Visionary Filmmaker Behind Dangal & More

About Nitesh Tiwari

Nitesh Tiwari is an acclaimed Indian filmmaker, writer, and lyricist celebrated for his powerful storytelling and ability to blend heartfelt emotions with mass appeal.

• Born: 22 May 1972 in Itarsi, Madhya Pradesh, India
• Education: Degree in Metallurgy & Material Science Engineering from IIT Bombay
• Marital Status: Married to filmmaker Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari; they have twins

Career Journey & Filmography

• Debut: Chillar Party (2011) – Co-directed with Vikas Bahl; won the National Film Award for Best Children’s Film
• Key Works:
  • Bhoothnath Returns (2014) – supernatural comedy with a political twist
  • Dangal (2016) – became one of the highest-grossing Indian films ever, acclaimed globally
  • Chhichhore (2019) – inspired by his IIT Bombay days, a nostalgic college drama with a motivational core
  • Bawaal (2023) – romantic drama starring Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor
• Documentary Series: Break Point (2021) – based on the Mahesh Bhupathi and Leander Paes tennis partnership

Upcoming Project: Ramayana

• A monumental two-part live-action adaptation of the epic, slated for Diwali 2026 (Part 1) and Diwali 2027 (Part 2).
• Features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana.
• Tiwari spent nearly a decade in pre-production, ensuring accuracy, grandeur, and cultural authenticity.

Style & Vision

• Known for realistic yet deeply emotional storytelling.
• Frequently draws on Indian roots and relatable human struggles.
• Co-founder of Earthsky Pictures, producing films and social campaigns.

Quick Summary

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