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Who is Taani Tanvir, the filmmaker behind Dulquer Salmaan’s Heeriye and Chiyaan Vikram’s ‘I’?

Oftentimes in the entertainment industry, stars take the spotlight, but it's the visionaries behind the scenes who bring their stories to life. One such director is Taani Tanvir, whose work has made a significant impact in both film and music videos. With a career that includes directing hits like Dulquer Salmaan’s Heeriye and contributing to the Hindi dialogues for Chiyaan Vikram’s "I", & Ranjikanth's "Lingaa", Taani has become a recognized name in the industry.

August 30, 2024 / 14:54 IST
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Oftentimes in the entertainment industry, stars take the spotlight, but it's the visionaries behind the scenes who bring their stories to life. One such director is Taani Tanvir, whose work has made a significant impact in both film and music videos. With a career that includes directing hits like Dulquer Salmaan’s Heeriye and contributing to the Hindi dialogues for Chiyaan Vikram’s "I", & Ranjikanth's "Lingaa", Taani has become a recognized name in the industry.

Taani’s journey is remarkable. Growing up in the challenging environment of Jammu and Kashmir during the 90s, she overcame many obstacles to become the first woman film director from the region. Her dedication to her craft led her to train under renowned filmmaker Mohsen Makhmalbaf and music legend AR Rahman, while also teaching herself the art of direction.

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