Director

Vishal Mahadkar

Vishal Mahadkar burst onto the Bollywood scene with *Blood Money*, a crime thriller that showcased his knack for gritty, tension-filled storytelling. After cutting his teeth at Vishesh Films, the Bhatt camp trusted him with directorial duties on this Kunal Kemmu and Amrita Puri vehicle, which became a launching pad for his career. He followed this up with *3AM*, where he took on both writing and directing duties, starring Rannvijay Singh in a supernatural thriller that proved he wasn't a one-hit wonder. Mahadkar's signature style leans into dark, atmospheric narratives that don't shy away from exploring the grittier sides of human nature. His contribution to Bollywood lies in bringing a certain edginess to thriller cinema—he's the kind of director who isn't afraid to play with unconventional storylines and character-driven plots. While *3AM* marked his foray into the supernatural genre, his work continues to reflect a filmmaker interested in pushing boundaries and experimenting with genre conventions rather than chasing formulaic blockbusters.