On International Men’s Day, we discuss makers who draw attention not just with their work but also their star-quality
Once upon a time, Dev Anand, Raj Kapoor, and Feroz Khan were deemed as three of the most stylish producers, directors and actors. While Dev Anand had a signature panache, Raj Kapoor commanded attention with his larger-than-life persona. The sauve Feroz Khan too stood apart with his sophisticated masculinity. On International Men’s Day (19th November), we spotlight a few male producers today who boast a signature style that gives them a distinctive air.
Anand Pandit
Even at 60, producer and real estate magnet Anand Pandit is a much-admired fitness icon. The maker who is an avid cross-country cyclist and Yoga practitioner is known for his disciplined lifestyle and wellness regimen. The showman famous for throwing the most well-attended parties in the industry also has a sartorial flair that draws attention wherever he goes. Pandit, the force behind hits like ‘The Big Bull’, ‘Chehre’, ‘Tron Ekka’ , ‘Fakt Mahilao Maate’, and ‘Fakt Purusho Maate’ is also emerging as a pan-India producer in a class of his own.
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Karan Johar
Karan Johar, the brain behind the super successful Dharma Productions is also known for his unique fashion sense, his super stylish designer clothes, and a glorious sense of aesthetics that shines forth from his cinema as well. The recipient of two National Film Awards and seven Filmfare Awards, has also been honoured with the Padma Shri. His films overflow with beauty, taking inspiration from the likes of Yash Chopra and Raj Kapoor and on the red carpet, he can give any star a run for their money.
Farhan Akhtar
Farhan Akhtar not only changed the course of contemporary storytelling with his 2001 directorial debut ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ but also established himself as one of the most stylish and versatile actors in films like ‘Rock On!!’, ‘Luck By Chance’, ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’, ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’, ‘Dil Dhadakne Do’ and many more. His super successful production house Excel Entertainment has dominated the big and the small screen for years and he himself oozes the style and charisma of a true Renaissance man.
Aamir Khan
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The industry and the audiences have seen many seasons of Aamir Khan. From the vengeful killer in Raakh (1989), to the loverboy of Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988) and Dil (1990) to the Oscar-nominated producer of ‘Lagaan’ (2001), this perfectionist aces every role he plays without missing a beat. As one of the most successful actors and producers of his generation, Aamir has never relied on glamour to crack the box-office but he knows how to turn on the charisma when needed in films like ‘Dil Chahta hai’, ‘Ghajini’ and ‘Ghulam.’
Ajay Devgn
Right from the time he debuted on the big screen astride two bikes in 1991’s ‘Phool Aur Kaante’ , Ajay Devgn established himself as a star with a difference. In 1999, he started his own production company Devgn Films, and also went on to direct films like ‘U Me Aur Hum’ (2008), ‘Shivaay’ (2016), ‘Runway 34’ (2022), and ‘Bholaa’ (2023). With his laid-back style and quietly simmering charisma, Devgn gets the attention of both the media and his legions of fans without trying too hard.
