Quick Info
| Profession | Film Director |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 10/11/1973 |
| Age | 52 years |
| Birthplace | Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh |
Latest News about Vivek Agnihotri
06/09/2025
Vivek Agnihotri’s film The Bengal Files faced controversy in West Bengal after he alleged resistance to its release and said the film was not being screened in theatres across the state. The dispute escalated into a wider political and legal controversy, including reports of protests and an FIR over the film’s depiction of historical figures.
02/09/2025
Agnihotri publicly appealed to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to allow the release of The Bengal Files, saying the film was facing pressure and obstruction. He framed the issue as a matter of artistic freedom and called on audiences to support the film’s release.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full name | Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri |
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| Description | Indian filmmaker, author, and screenwriter known for creating bold, conversation-shaping cinema rooted in socio-political themes |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 170 cm |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Salt and Pepper |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 28/06/1997 |
Family
| Father | Dr Prabhu Dayal Agnihotri |
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| Mother | Sharda Agnihotri |
| Spouse | Pallavi Joshi |
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Career
| Debut | Film Director: Chocolate (2005) |
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| Awards, Honours, Achievements |
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| Career Background | Former creative director for Coca-Cola and Gillette campaigns at advertising agencies Ogilvy and McCann; founded advertising agency Art Beat in Delhi which was recognized as one of the top ten fastest-growing agencies in India; directed television serials including Twin Peaks and The X-Files in 1994 |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/vivekagnihotri/ | |
| https://x.com/vivekagnihotri |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Vivek Agnihotri is an Indian film director, screenwriter, and author. | |
| 2. He serves as a board member of India's Central Board of Film Certification. | |
| 3. Vivek Agnihotri is a cultural representative of Indian Cinema at the Indian Council for Cultural Relations. | |
| 4. He started his career in advertising before transitioning to the entertainment industry. | |
| 5. Vivek Agnihotri founded his advertising company, Art Beat, in Delhi. | |
| 6. Art Beat became one of the top ten fastest-growing agencies in India. | |
| 7. In addition to filmmaking, he is a successful author. | |
| 8. His book 'Urban Naxals' was the fastest-selling book of 2018. | |
| 9. Vivek Agnihotri has contributed as a screenwriter for various television shows. | |
| 10. He is a popular speaker on socio-political topics at global institutions. | |
| 11. In 2022, Vivek Agnihotri directed the film 'The Kashmir Files'. | |
| 12. The film is based on the 1990 genocide of Kashmiri Pandits. | |
| 13. Outside of his professional life, he is dedicated to fitness. | |
| 14. Vivek Agnihotri actively shares his workout routines on social media. | |
| 15. His book 'Urban Naxals: The Making of Buddha in a Traffic Jam' has generated significant discourse. | |
| 16. The film is based on the 1990 exodus of Kashmiri Pandits. | |
| 17. He is a strong advocate for freedom of expression and the role of storytelling in preserving collective memory. | |
| 18. A case study of 'The Tashkent Files' was included in the official curriculum of IIM Ahmedabad and Mumbai University's Media Studies department. | |
| 19. He traveled around the world with his wife and daughter to meet and interview first-generation survivors of the Kashmir genocide for The Kashmir Files. |