2007
Jab We Met
Director, Writer
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🎬 Director, Producer & Screenwriter
IMTIAZ ALI
Director · Producer · Screenwriter
Born16 June 1971
Mumbai HomeNone, Mumbai
SpousePreety Ali
ChildrenIda Ali
Birth CityJamshedpur
ReligionIslam
BIOGRAPHY & STORY
Imtiaz Ali, born 16 June 1971 in Jamshedpur, moved to Mumbai to pursue filmmaking after a diploma from the Xavier Institute of Communication, becoming one of Hindi cinema's most celebrated voices in modern romance.
Based in Mumbai for decades, Ali built his reputation through emotionally textured, character-driven films, working from the city's film industry hub.
His breakthrough film Jab We Met (2007) remains a beloved classic, and he went on to direct acclaimed works including Rockstar, Highway, and Tamasha.
NOTABLE WORKS
2011
Rockstar
Director, Writer
Critical & Commercial Success2014
Highway
Director, Writer, Producer
Critically Acclaimed2015
Tamasha
Director, Writer
Cult Favourite2009
Love Aaj Kal
Director, Writer
Commercial Success2024
Amar Singh Chamkila
Director, Writer
Netflix Original — Critically PraisedAWARDS & HONOURS
5 National Film Awards
11 Filmfare Awards
BAFTA Award
None
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PEOPLE ALSO ASK
Imtiaz Ali was born on 16 June 1971, making him 54 years old as of 2026.
Imtiaz Ali is based in Mumbai, where he moved to build his filmmaking career.
Imtiaz Ali is best known for directing Jab We Met, Rockstar, and other acclaimed films exploring modern romance.
Imtiaz Ali is married to Preety Ali.
Imtiaz Ali's estimated net worth is around ₹180 crore as of 2025-26.