Bollywood's Mr Perfectionist took a significant leap behind the camera with his directorial debut, , in 2007. His sensitive direction and storytelling approach earned both critical and commercial acclaim.

Ajay Devgn has shown his versatility as a director with multiple films like and the action-packed , and many more.

Kangana Ranaut has directed strong female-centric narratives such as

A powerhouse performer, Konkona Sen Sharma impressed audiences with her directorial debut,

Randeep Hooda officially turned director by helming the 2024 biographical film , a project he also wrote and produced, marking his transition from primarily an actor to a filmmaker.