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From IIT Bombay to Blockbuster Director: Nitesh Tiwari's Rise in Bollywood
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 30 Jul 2026, 07:40 PM
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Nitesh Tiwari, an IIT Bombay alumnus, has carved a niche in Bollywood with films like 'Ramayana' and 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan', showcasing his journey from engineering to acclaimed director.
Nitesh Tiwari, a graduate of IIT Bombay, began his career with a passion for storytelling that led him away from engineering and into the world of cinema.
He made his directorial debut with the mythological epic 'Ramayana', which received critical acclaim and established him as a filmmaker capable of handling large-scale productions.
Following that, Tiwari directed blockbuster hits such as 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' and the action film 'Simmba', both of which topped the box office and earned him national recognition.
Today, he continues to work on new projects, aiming to blend commercial appeal with meaningful narratives, and remains a prominent figure in contemporary Bollywood.
He made his directorial debut with the mythological epic 'Ramayana', which received critical acclaim and established him as a filmmaker capable of handling large-scale productions.
Following that, Tiwari directed blockbuster hits such as 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' and the action film 'Simmba', both of which topped the box office and earned him national recognition.
Today, he continues to work on new projects, aiming to blend commercial appeal with meaningful narratives, and remains a prominent figure in contemporary Bollywood.