Satyajit Ray is considered one of the greatest filmmakers in Indian cinema history. His films are known for their realism, humanism, and poetic visuals.

Mrinal Sen was a pioneer of the Indian New Wave cinema movement. His films often explored social and political issues, challenging conventional storytelling techniques.

Ramesh Sippy directed the iconic film 'Sholay', which is known for its action, drama, and memorable characters.

Bimal Roy was a renowned filmmaker known for his socially relevant films that explored the lives of ordinary people.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali directed the film 'Black', which is a poignant story about a deaf and blind girl and her relationship with her teacher.

Ashutosh Gowariker is known for his grand historical dramas that showcase Indian history and culture.

Rajkumar Hirani directed the blockbuster film '3 Idiots', which is a satirical comedy-drama about three engineering students.

Anurag Kashyap is known for his bold and unconventional filmmaking style that often explores social and political issues.

Ritesh Batra directed the film 'The Lunchbox', which is a heartwarming story about two lonely individuals who connect through a mistaken lunch delivery.

Anurag Basu is known for his visually stunning and poetic films that often explore love and relationships.

Neeraj Ghaywan directed the film 'Masaan', which is a poignant story about love, loss, and redemption set in the backdrop of Varanasi.

Anubhav Sinha is known for his socially conscious films that address important issues such as caste discrimination and domestic violence.

Anurag Kashyap directed the two-part film 'Gangs of Wasseypur', which is a sprawling epic about a family's involvement in the coal mafia.

Anurag Kashyap is known for his dark and intense films that often explore the darker side of human nature.

Sriram Raghavan directed the film 'Andhadhun', which is a black comedy-thriller about a blind pianist who becomes embroiled in a murder mystery.