Personal Information

Full Name: Meghna Gulzar

Nickname:

Country/State: India

Date of Birth: 1973-12-13

Languages Known: Hindi, English, Urdu

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Food Habit: Non-Vegetarian

Religion: Hinduism

Hobbies: Reading (literature, poetry, biographies), writing (screenplays, poetry), listening to music, spending time with family & pets, long walks

Education

School: Jamnabai Narsee School, Mumbai

College: Mithibai College, Mumbai

Degrees Obtained: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – Mithibai College (graduated)

Physical Stats

Height: 163 cm

Weight: 58 kg

Family Information

Parents: Father: Gulzar (legendary lyricist, poet, screenwriter, director) Mother: Rakhee Gulzar (veteran actress)

Siblings: Not publicly disclosed

Marital Status: married

Wife: Musa Javed Siddiqui (businessman)

Children: 0

Career

Current Position: Filmmaker, Director, Screenwriter, Producer (active in Hindi cinema; selective & critically acclaimed projects)

Skills:

Net Worth: Approximately ₹80–140 crore (from films, production, family legacy assets, endorsements)

Awards & Achievements: National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi – Raazi (2018) Filmfare Award for Best Director – Raazi (2019) Filmfare Award for Best Story – Raazi (2019) National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi – Talaash (2012 – as writer/director) Known for critically acclaimed directorials: Filhaal... (2002), Just Married (2007), Talvar (2015), Raazi (2018), Chhapaak (2020), Sam Bahadur (2023) One of the most respected women directors in Hindi cinema; known for powerful, real, socially relevant storytelling

Biography Details

Meghna Gulzar (born December 13, 1973, in Mumbai) is an acclaimed Indian filmmaker, director, and screenwriter. Daughter of legendary lyricist Gulzar and actress Rakhee Gulzar, she grew up in a creative environment steeped in literature and cinema. After completing B.A. from Mithibai College, she assisted her father on films and debuted as a director with Filhaal... (2002).

She gained widespread recognition with Talvar (2015), Raazi (2018 – National Award for Best Hindi Film), and Chhapaak (2020). Married to businessman Musa Javed Siddiqui since 2008 (no children). Her films are known for strong narratives, real characters, and social relevance. At 52, she is regarded as one of the finest women directors in Hindi cinema, continuing to choose meaningful stories with Incline Pictures.

• January 2026: Meghna Gulzar turned 53 (December 13, 2025); shared reflective post on Instagram about creativity, family, and gratitude; received warm wishes from industry peers and fans.
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• January 2026: Sam Bahadur (2023) continued to win accolades in 2025–2026 award circuits; she spoke about the responsibility of portraying historical figures in interviews.
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• January 2026: In talks for her next directorial – a female-centric period drama; expected to go on floors in 2026 (rumored cast includes top actress).
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• Ongoing: Active on social media with thoughtful posts on cinema, society, and women’s issues. No new release in early 2026; focus on script development, selective interviews, and family time. No controversies or health updates reported. Legacy as one of India’s finest storytellers remains strong.

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