
Ashutosh Gowariker
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Ashutosh Gowariker (born 15 February 1964) is an Indian film director, actor, writer and producer. He is known for directing large scale, opulent epic films as well as grounded, realistic dramas. His work includes the acclaimed films Lagaan (2001), Swades (2004) and Jodhaa Akbar (2008). Lagaan was nominated in the Best Foreign Language Film category in 74th Academy Awards. He has also been nominated for a European Film Award, and has won a number of other awards, including a National Film Award, five Filmfare Awards, and seven international film festival awards.
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System (2026)
as Ravi Rajvansh

Jai Ho (2014)
as self

Ventilator (2016)
as Raja Mapuskar

Chamatkar (1992)
as Monty

Holi (1984)
as Ranjeet Prakash

Salim Langde Pe Mat Ro (1989)
as Abdul

Brand Bollywood Downunder (2023)
as Self

Cinema Asia: India (2007)
as Self

Naam (1986)
Actor

Kamla Ki Maut (1989)
as Deepak

April May '99 (2025)
as Jaie's Father

Jaanam (1992)
as Arun (as Ashutosh Govarikar)

Sarkarnama (1998)
as Subodh Gore

Gawaahi (1989)
as Sayyad Akhtar 'Rampuri'

West Is West (1987)
as Vikran

Ata Thambaycha Naay! (2025)
as Uday Shirurkar

Jeeva Sakha (1992)
Actor

Goonj (1989)
Actor





