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By Charles Bottage

Updated 26 May 2023

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Indian film director

Nagraj Manjule is ...

Alive

Born	1978 in Jeur
Age	44 years, 6 months

Sex or gender	male
Country of citizenship	India
Occupation	film director, screenwriter and actor
Educated at	Savitribai Phule Pune University

About Nagraj Manjule

Nagraj Manjule is a force to be reckoned with in the Indian film industry. Born on December 31, 1978, in Maharashtra, India, Manjule's rise to fame has been nothing short of meteoric. He is a director, screenwriter, and actor, known for his work in Marathi cinema.

Manjule's debut film, Fandry, released in 2013, was a critical and commercial success. The film, which explored the caste system in India, won several awards, including the Indira Gandhi Award for Best Debut Film of a Director at the National Film Awards. Manjule's next film, Sairat, released in 2016, was an even bigger success. The film, which dealt with the issue of caste and inter-caste relationships, became the highest-grossing Marathi film of all time.

Manjule's films are known for their powerful storytelling, social commentary, and realistic portrayal of life in rural India. He has been praised for his ability to tackle sensitive issues with sensitivity and nuance. Manjule's films have also been noted for their strong female characters, a rarity in Indian cinema.

In addition to his work in cinema, Manjule is also a writer and poet. He has published several collections of poetry, including Unhachya Katavirudhha and Dhanashree Ganapati. Manjule's poetry, like his films, deals with social issues and the struggles of the marginalized.

Manjule's rise to fame has not been without its challenges. He has faced criticism from some quarters for his portrayal of caste issues in his films. However, he has remained steadfast in his commitment to telling stories that need to be told.

Manjule's work has been recognized both nationally and internationally. In 2016, he was awarded the Best Director award at the Mumbai Film Festival for Sairat. The film was also screened at several international film festivals, including the Berlin International Film Festival.

Nagraj Manjule is a filmmaker who is not afraid to tackle difficult subjects. His films are a testament to his talent and his commitment to telling stories that matter. With several projects in the pipeline, including a Hindi film with Amitabh Bachchan, Manjule's star is only set to rise higher.

References:

1. "Nagraj Manjule: The man who is changing Marathi cinema" - The Indian