Vishal Bhardwaj

Film director and composer, Haider

Vishal Bhardwaj - Film director and composer, Haider
Born

August 4th, 1965
59 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

India

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An Indian film director, screenwriter, producer, music composer, and playback singer, contributed significantly to Hindi cinema. Directed acclaimed films such as 'Maqbool', 'Omkara', and 'Haider', which showcased adaptations of Shakespeare's works. Composed music for various films, blending traditional Indian music with contemporary styles. Received multiple National Film Awards for contributions to Indian cinema and music.

Directed 'Haider', an adaptation of 'Hamlet'

Composed award-winning scores for multiple films

Received National Film Awards for 'Omkara' and 'Maqbool'

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