Kundan Shah

Personal Info

Known For Writer

Gender Male

Birthday 1947-10-19

Deathday 2017-10-07 (69 years old)

Place of Birth Bombay (now Mumbai), British India

Kundan Shah

Biography

Kundan Shah (1947–2017) was an Indian film director and writer celebrated for his contributions to Indian cinema and television. He gained acclaim for his satirical comedy Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983), which has become a cult classic. Shah also co-directed the popular television series Nukkad (1986–1987) with Saeed Akhtar Mirza, depicting the lives of urban lower-middle-class individuals. Another significant work is Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa (1994), a romantic comedy featuring Shah Rukh Khan. Shah's storytelling often highlighted social issues with humor and empathy.

Known For

Writer

2015
P Se PM Tak

as Writer

2002
Dil Hai Tumhaara

as Screenplay

1994
Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa

as Screenplay

1983
1983
Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro

as Screenplay

Director

2015
P Se PM Tak

as Director

2008
Mumbai Cutting

as Director

2004
Ek Se Badhkar Ek

as Director

2002
Dil Hai Tumhaara

as Director

2000
2000
Kya Kehna

as Director

1994
1988
Wagle Ki Duniya

as Director

1986
Nukkad

as Director

1983
Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro

as Director

1976
Bonga

as Director

Actor

Crew

1976
Bonga

as Script