Vasan Bala

Vasan Bala is a multifaceted artist who has left an indelible mark on Indian cinema. Despite pursuing a business degree, Bala followed his passion for movies and pursued a career in the film industry. He began his journey as an actor, starring in films like Aamir (2008) and Ugly (2013), before transitioning to writing and directing. Bala has a long list of accomplishments to his name. He has worked as a casting director on notable films like Dev.D (2009) and That Girl in Yellow Boots (2010). His directorial debut, Peddlers (2012), was a critical success, earning him a nomination for a Golden Camera Award at the Cannes Film Festival in 2012. With ten scripts, nine acting credits, and seven directorial credits under his belt, Bala has made a name for himself as a versatile and talented artist. He has written dialogues for movies like The Lunchbox (2013) and Rukh (2017). In addition to his achievements, Bala has been recognized for his exceptional work. He has been nominated for awards fourteen times, and has won twice, including the Best Screenplay award for Star Cast of Raman Raghav 2.0 (2016) at the FANCINE Festival de Cine Fantastico de la Universidad de Malaga, and the People's Choice Award for Mard Ko Dard Nahin Hota (2018) at the Toronto International Film Festival. Bala continues to be a trailblazer in the Indian film industry, and his impact on Indian cinema is sure to last for years to come.