Mahesh Bhatt Indian Director Known for Duplicate
Mahesh Bhatt · film director and film producer · Indian
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Biography
Mahesh Bhatt is an Indian director born on 20 September 1948 in Mumbai. Among the titles he is known for are Duplicate (1998) and Raaz (2002).
Early life
He is the son of Nanabhai Bhatt and Shirin Mohammad Ali. He attended Don Bosco High School.
Career
The earliest of his listed screen credits is Manzilein Aur Bhi Hain, from 1974. In total, 67 films and 2 TV series are listed from 1974 to 2024. The list ends, for now, with Bloody Ishq (2024). Beyond acting, the credits show him as director on 47 titles, including Aashiqui, and writer on 26 titles, including Jism 2.
Recognition
He won the Filmfare Award for Best Story.
Personal life
He has been married to Soni Razdan since 1986. Earlier marriages on record are to Kiran Bhatt (1970 to 1990). He is the father of Pooja Bhatt, Alia Bhatt and Rahul Bhatt.
Filmography
69 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Bloody Ishq | Writer | Film |
| 2023 | 1920 Horrors Of The Heart | Writer | Film |
| 2022 | Judaa Hoke Bhi | Writer | Film |
| 2020 | Sadak 2 | Writer, Director | Film |
| 2018 | Yours Truly | Film | |
| 2015 | The Silent Heroes | Director | Film |
| 2013 | Murder 3 | Writer | Film |
| 2012 | Celluloid Man | Film | |
| 2012 | Jism 2 | Writer | Film |
| 2006 | Gangster | Writer | Film |
| 2005 | Nazar | Writer | Film |
| 2005 | Zeher | Writer | Film |
| 2003 | Inteha | Writer | Film |
| 2003 | Jism | Writer | Film |
| 2003 | Paap | Writer | Film |
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| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Gunaah | Writer | Film |
| 2002 | Raaz | Writer | Film |
| 2001 | Kasoor | Writer | Film |
| 2001 | Yeh Zindagi Ka Safar | Writer | Film |
| 1999 | Hum Saath-Saath Hain | Film | |
| 1999 | Kartoos | Director | Film |
| 1999 | Sangharsh | Writer | Film |
| 1999 | Yeh Hai Mumbai Meri Jaan | Director | Film |
| 1998 | Angaaray | Director | Film |
| 1998 | Duplicate | Director | Film |
| 1998 | Dushman | Writer | Film |
| 1998 | Zakhm | Writer, Director | Film |
| 1997– | Kabhie Kabhie | Director | TV series |
| 1997 | Tamanna | Writer, Director | Film |
| 1996 | Chaahat | Director | Film |
| 1996 | Dastak | Director | Film |
| 1996 | Papa Kehte Hai | Director | Film |
| 1995 | Naajayaz | Director | Film |
| 1995– | Swabhimaan | Director | TV series |
| 1994 | Criminal | Director | Film |
| 1994 | Gangmaster | Writer | Film |
| 1994 | Milan | Director | Film |
| 1994 | Naaraaz | Director | Film |
| 1994 | The Gentleman | Director | Film |
| 1993 | Gumrah | Director | Film |
| 1993 | Gunaah | Director | Film |
| 1993 | Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke | Director | Film |
| 1993 | Phir Teri Kahani Yaad Aayee | Director | Film |
| 1993 | Sir | Director | Film |
| 1993 | Tadipaar | Director | Film |
| 1992 | Junoon | Director | Film |
| 1992 | Saatwan Aasman | Director | Film |
| 1991 | Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin | Director | Film |
| 1991 | Haque | Writer | Film |
| 1991 | Saathi | Director | Film |
| 1991 | Sadak | Director | Film |
| 1991 | Swayam 1991 | Director | Film |
| 1990 | Aashiqui | Director | Film |
| 1990 | Awaargi | Director | Film |
| 1990 | Jurm | Director | Film |
| 1989 | Daddy | Director | Film |
| 1988 | Kabzaa | Director | Film |
| 1987 | Aaj | Director | Film |
| 1987 | Kaash | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1987 | Thikana | Director | Film |
| 1986 | Naam | Director | Film |
| 1985 | Janam | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1984 | Saaransh | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1982 | Arth | Writer, Director | Film |
| 1980 | Abhimanyu | Director | Film |
| 1979 | Lahu Ke Do Rang | Director | Film |
| 1978 | Naya Daur | Director | Film |
| 1974 | Manzilein Aur Bhi Hain | Director | Film |
| Maarg | Director | Film |
Awards and nominations
1 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filmfare Award for Best Story | Won |
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Frequently asked questions
How old is Mahesh Bhatt?
Mahesh Bhatt is 78 years old, born on 20 September 1948 in Mumbai.
What is Mahesh Bhatt known for?
Mahesh Bhatt is known for Duplicate (1998) and Raaz (2002).
What is Mahesh Bhatt’s nationality?
Mahesh Bhatt is Indian, born in Mumbai.
Who is Mahesh Bhatt married to?
Mahesh Bhatt is married to Soni Razdan; they married in 1986.
Has Mahesh Bhatt won any awards?
Yes. Mahesh Bhatt won Filmfare Award for Best Story.
Sources
- Wikidata (Q2347152), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Bollywood Hungama · CC BY 3.0
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