Manish Jha

Director

Birthday May 3, 1978

Birth Sign Taurus

Birthplace Narkatiaganj, India

Age 45 years old

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About

Award-winning Indian director known for A Very Very Silent Film, Anwar, and Matrubhoomi. His films often look at social issues, such as homelessness, racial profiling, and violence against women.

Before Fame

He attended Delhi University, where he studied English and performed in theatre. He spent time working in television prior to making A Very Very Silent Film in 2002.

Trivia

Along with the Jury Award at the Cannes Film Festival in 2002, he won several awards in 2003 for Matrubhoomi.

Family Life

He was raised in Delhi, India.

Associated With

Manisha Koirala starred in Anwar.