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Nikkhil Advani

Nikkhil Advani Image Source : Wikipedia
  • Born 28 April 1971
  • Place of Birth Mumbai
  • Occupation Film Director, Screenwriter, Film Editor
  • Spouse Suparna Gupta
  • Education St. Xavier's College, Mumbai, Green Lawns High School
  • Years active 1996-present

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ABOUT Nikkhil Advani

Nikkhil Advani: A Leading Light in Hindi Cinema Nikkhil Suresh Advani, born April 28, 1971, is a prominent figure in Hindi cinema, excelling as a director, producer, and screenwriter. Along with his sister Monisha Advani and Madhu Bhojwani, he co-founded Emmay Entertainment, a significant player in the industry. While specific details on his most recent directorial ventures aren't readily available for this brief overview, his prolific career speaks for itself. Advani's contributions span numerous successful films, showcasing his versatility and keen understanding of audience preferences. His filmography includes a diverse range of genres, highlighting his ability to navigate various narrative styles and themes. Though specific details regarding his latest projects require further investigation for inclusion, his established reputation within the industry remains a testament to his sustained impact. Further research is needed to delineate his recent achievements and specific details about ongoing projects or any awards. His company, Emmay Entertainment, continues to be a driving force in the production of Hindi films. Information on any personal aspects or legal matters is not currently available for public dissemination.

Nikkhil Advani AWARDS

Awards
  • Best Debut Director - Movie
  • The Apsara Film Producers Guild Awards for Best Debut Director - Movie - 2004 Kal Ho Naa Ho

  • Best Direction (Fiction)
  • The Asian Television Awards for Best Direction (Fiction) - 2017 P.O.W. Bandi Yuddh Ke

  • Best Director
  • The Filmfare OTT Awards for Best Director - 2024 Mumbai Diaries

  • Most Popular Show (OTT)
  • The Indian Television Academy Awards, India for Most Popular Show (OTT) - 2021 The Empire

  • Best Serial - Drama
  • The Indian Television Academy Awards, India for Best Serial - Drama - 2017 P.O.W. Bandi Yuddh Ke

  • Best Animation Film
  • The National Film Awards, India for Best Animation Film - 2013 Delhi Safari

  • Distinction in Directorial Debut
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Distinction in Directorial Debut - 2004 Kal Ho Naa Ho

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NIKKHIL ADVANI NEWS

Arshad Warsi offered to audition for Dawood Ibrahim's role in D-Day, Rishi Kapoor believed he was the right choice, recalls Nikkhil Advani

February 06, 2026 9:20 am

Before Rishi Kapoor stepped in to play Dawood Ibrahim in D-Day, Nikkhil Advani had spoken to Arshad Warsi about the same as he wanted to cast someone out of type.

'You'll make Kal Ho Naa Ho again': Irrfan Khan refused D-Day, accepted only when Anurag Kashyap said 'Nikkhil Advani behak gaya tha'

February 04, 2026 7:37 pm

Nikkhil Advani revealed that Irrfan Khan initially rejected the script of D-Day, and it was Anurag Kashyap who ultimately convinced the late legend to take on the film.

'Tu hoga Oscar-winning actor par…': 'Frustrated' Rishi Kapoor would scold Irrfan Khan on D-Day sets, recalls Nikkhil Advani

February 03, 2026 6:05 pm

Nikkhil Advani recalled that Irrfan Khan loved cooking, and Rishi Kapoor used to love the chicken he made, while shooting for the 2013-spy-actioner D-Day.

Kabhie Khushi Kabhie Gham's entire budget was spent on making 'Bole Chudiyan', says Nikkhil Advani: 'Yash Johar made us sit with him'

January 12, 2026 6:18 pm

When Karan Johar and Nikkhil Advani narrated the film's script to Yash Johar, they claimed they would make the film in Rs 3 crore, until the entire money was used on just one song.

‘There has to be an X-Factor': Freedom at Midnight director Nikkhil Advani on making a successful film today

January 10, 2026 2:07 pm

The director talks about multiple perspectives in the historical drama, its impactful dialogues and the need to be fearless

Nargis Fakhri, Nushrratt Bharuccha, Genelia Deshmukh add sparkle to Nikkhil Advani’s Diwali bash, see videos

October 19, 2025 9:32 am

Arjun Kapoor, Karan Johar, Nushrratt Bharuccha, Riteish Deshmukh, Genelia Deshmukh, Rakul Preet Singh, Ali Fazal, Richa Chadha, Saba Azad, and Nargis Fakhri, among others, attended Nikkhil Advani’s Diwali bash.

Accused of spreading disinformation himself, Vivek Agnihotri slams 'cunning' Nikkhil Advani's Freedom at Midnight, calls Aamir Khan's PK 'contrived'

August 20, 2025 1:16 pm

Filmmaker Nikkhil Advani didn't have any kind words to say about the recent series Freedom at Midnight, which deals with some of the same historical events as his upcoming film The Bengal Files.

Stolen: The rare Hindi movie that isn't afraid to insult its own audience, and you know what, we deserve it

June 07, 2025 9:00 am

Post Credits Scene: In the eternal words of Taylor Swift, "It's me, hi, I'm the problem, it's me." This may as well be the soundtrack to Karan Tejpal's debut feature, Stolen.

Stolen movie trailer: Abhishek Banerjee races for his life in an action-packed chase film about a missing baby. Watch

May 28, 2025 1:19 pm

Stolen Movie Trailer: The film is backed by some of the biggest names in the industry, including Anurag Kashyap, Kiran Rao, Nikkhil Advani, and Vikramaditya Motwane.

Anurag Kashyap left flabbergasted as Sona Mohapatra unleashes tirade against male gaze in his films, accuses him of not promoting her song

April 10, 2025 4:38 pm

Singer Sona Mohapatra accused Anurag Kashyap of not promoting the song she sang for his movie Raman Raghav 2.0.

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