Irrfan Khan was a critically acclaimed Eastern actor who gained international recognition for his performances in a variety of films, including 'Salaam Bombay!', 'Lagaan', and 'Slumdog Millionaire'.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali is an Eastern director known for his visually stunning and emotionally charged films, including 'Black', 'My Name Is Khan', and 'Dear Zindagi'.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui is an Eastern actor known for his versatility and ability to portray complex characters, as seen in films like 'Gangs of Wasseypur', 'The Lunchbox', and 'Newton'.

Vishal Bhardwaj is an Eastern director known for his bold and thought-provoking films, including 'Haider', 'Udta Punjab', and 'Sanju'.

Ayushmann Khurrana is an Eastern actor known for his unconventional roles and his ability to portray characters with depth and nuance, as seen in films like 'Andhadhun', 'Article 15', and 'Stree'.

Zoya Akhtar is an Eastern director known for her films that explore contemporary issues and relationships, including 'Gully Boy', 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara', and 'Dil Dhadakne Do'.

Rajkummar Rao is an Eastern actor known for his versatility and his ability to portray characters from diverse backgrounds, as seen in films like 'Masaan', 'Aligarh', and 'Newton'.

Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury is an Eastern director known for his films that explore social issues and relationships, including 'Pink', 'Piku', and 'Thappad'.

Aamir Khan is an Eastern actor known for his versatility and his ability to portray characters with depth and nuance, as seen in films like 'Dangal', 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan', and 'Sultan'.

Karan Johar is an Eastern director known for his films that explore family relationships and love, including 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham', 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai', and 'My Name Is Khan'.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui is an Eastern actor known for his versatility and ability to portray complex characters, as seen in films like 'Gangs of Wasseypur', 'The Lunchbox', and 'Newton'.

Vishal Bhardwaj is an Eastern director known for his bold and thought-provoking films, including 'Haider', 'Udta Punjab', and 'Sanju'.

Ayushmann Khurrana is an Eastern actor known for his unconventional roles and his ability to portray characters with depth and nuance, as seen in films like 'Andhadhun', 'Article 15', and 'Stree'.

Zoya Akhtar is an Eastern director known for her films that explore contemporary issues and relationships, including 'Gully Boy', 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara', and 'Dil Dhadakne Do'.

Rajkummar Rao is an Eastern actor known for his versatility and his ability to portray characters from diverse backgrounds, as seen in films like 'Masaan', 'Aligarh', and 'Newton'.