Check out the most promising directors of 2023

As the saying goes A director is someone who presides over a series of accidents and in 2023 Indian cinema bore witness to these beautiful accidents in the form of emerging directors making their debuts From engaging narratives to inventive storytelling these newcomers infused the film industry with fresh perspectivesTheir impactful beginnings not only marked this year but also laid the foundation for promising careers in filmmaking As we bid farewell to the year lets celebrate and reflect on the talents who stepped into the directorial limelight for the first time leaving an enduring mark on the cinematic landscapeAtlee JawanRenowned for directing Tamil blockbusters such as lsquoBigilrsquo 2019 and lsquoTherirsquo 2016 Atlee ventured into Hindi cinema with his directorial debut Jawan Starring Shah Rukh Khan Vijay Sethupathi and Nayanthara in key roles the film not only lived up to the directors track record but also emerged as a colossal success at the box office breaking records and securing its place among the most significant releases in Indian cinemaAbhishek Sinha Tumse Na Ho PayegaAfter excelling in marketing and advertising Abhishek Sinha made his film debut with Tumse Na Ho Payega on DisneyHotstar With an impressive 18year storytelling journey for top brands Abhishek didnt just make a movie ndash he unleashed a fresh vibe onto the screen His unique vision infused life into the narrative turning it into a universally gripping tale With an eagleeyed focus on details Abhisheks plunge into filmmaking showcased meticulous preparation and a deep understanding of the subject His directorial finesse and expertise not only propelled Tumse Na Ho Payega to the streaming platforms top spot but also made it a relatable cinematic experience for diverse audiences Prior to this his directorial prowess shone in ad films and music videos like Tera Zikr Hawa Banke and Main Kisi Aur Ka featuring Darshan RavalAkshat Ajay Sharma ndash HaddiAkshat Ajay Sharma defied expectations by casting Nawazuddin Siddiqui as a eunuch in his directorial debut The film titled Haddi not only showcased Akshats ability to handle unconventional ideas but also received positive feedback from the audience Akshats journey in the film industry saw him rise from being an Assistant Director on lsquoMukkabaaz to assuming roles as a Creative Assistant and Associate Editor on projects like Manmarziyan 2018 and lsquoLust Storiesrsquo Known for his longterm collaboration with Anurag Kashyap Akshat also served as the Second Unit Director on lsquoSacred Games Season 2rsquoShantanu Bagchi Mission MajnuShantanu Bagchi made his directorial debut with lsquoMission Majnursquo featuring Sidharth Malhotra and Rashmika Mandanna in the lead roles The film had Malhotra portraying the character of an RampAW agent and it was inspired by an incident from the IndoPakistan War of 1971 Before lsquoMission Majnursquo Bagchi directed a short film titled Nycil Cool Shower Having successfully brought together Malhotra and Mandanna for his spy thriller Bagchis film received positive feedback for his captivating narrativeSarvesh Mewara TejasKangana Ranauts muchanticipated film lsquoTejasrsquo marked Sarvesh Mewaras directorial debut focusing on the story of a brave fighter pilot In a unique twist Mewara challenged traditional gender roles in filmmaking depicting men in supporting roles as either love interests or individuals rescued by Tejas the protagonist Before Tejas Mewara was set to direct Anurag Kashyaps lsquoGulab Jamunrsquo with Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Additionally Mewara directed a short film titled The Girl and the Auto RickshawSameer Vidwans Satya Prem Ki KathaThough recognized primarily as an accomplished Marathi film director Sameer ventured into Hindi cinema with his debut film Satya Prem Ki Katha starring Kartik Aaryan and Kiara Advani The movie not only achieved commercial success but also received widespread critical acclaim swiftly becoming a favourite among audiences Its resonance with viewers can be attributed to the films subject matter and the compelling way it was presented establishing an instant connection with the audienceKaran Boolani Thank You For ComingKaran Boolani entered the realm of Hindi film direction with Thank You for Coming The ensemble cast comprising Anil Kapoor Bhumi Pednekar Shehnaaz Gill Shibani Bedi Natasha Rastogi Kusha Kapila Karan Kundrra and Dolly Singh delved into a subject rarely explored in Bollywood Beyond its surface as a lighthearted and humorous take on female pleasure the film delved into core themes such as patriarchy challenging societal norms and relationships offering a unique perspective not commonly seen in mainstream Hindi moviesYashowardhan Mishra KathalYashowardhan Mishra embarked on his directorial journey by delving into sociocultural themes within the heartland of central India in the Netflix film Kathal featuring Sanya Malhotra in the lead role The film serving as a social commentary received acclaim for its performances and adept handling of satirical dramaAasmaan Bhardwaj KutteyAasmaan Bhardwaj the son of legendary filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj entered the world of directing and made his debut with the film Kuttey The film featured an ensemble cast including Tabu Arjun Kapoor and Radhika Madan Konkona Sen Sharma Kumud Mishra and Shardul Bhardwaj While the Aasmaan impressed everyone with his directorial skills the film received a lukewarm responseVictor Mukherjee LakadbagghaVictor Mukherjee made his directorial debut with the film lsquoLakadbaggharsquo which clashed with Bhardwajs lsquoKutteyrsquo Starring Anshuman Jha and Riddhi Dogra in lead roles the movie revolved around Arjun Bakshi an animal rescuer from Kolkata who exposed cattle smuggling in his quest to find his missing dog Before this venture Mukherjee had directed web series such as lsquoLove Lust and Confusionrsquo