Director

Jugal Hansraj

Jugal Hansraj is one of Bollywood's rare triple-threats—a child star who grew up to become a respected actor and filmmaker. He burst onto screens as a kid in Shekhar Kapur's cult classic Masoom (1983), then kept the momentum going with appearances in Karma and Sultanat before transitioning seamlessly into adult roles with Aa Gale Lag Jaa (1994). His filmography reads like a who's who of early 2000s Bollywood gold, featuring in blockbusters like Mohabbatein (2000), the Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001), and Salaam Namaste (2005). Beyond just acting, he's proven his versatility behind the camera and as a writer, establishing himself as a creative force in the industry. What sets Hansraj apart is his ability to wear multiple hats without losing credibility in any of them. He shifted gears into direction and writing with Roadside Romeo (2008), an animated film that showcased his willingness to experiment with different formats and storytelling styles. His contribution to Bollywood goes beyond just his performances—he's been part of the industry's evolution across different eras and mediums, proving that child actors can have genuine staying power when they're willing to reinvent themselves. Whether he's on screen or behind the scenes, Jugal brings a thoughtfulness to his work that keeps him relevant across generations of Bollywood fans.