IMDb has officially revealed its list of the most popular Indian directors of 2025, and the results are both exciting and historic. The rankings are determined by page views from over 250 million global visitors each month, making this a truly significant recognition based on worldwide audience interest.
Mohit Suri, the director of Saiyaara, has claimed the top spot on this prestigious list. But the most exciting news is that Aryan Khan, who made his directorial debut this year with The Ba****ds of Bollywood, has become the youngest director ever to enter the IMDb Top 10 list. This is a remarkable achievement for a first time filmmaker.
Aryan Khan Makes History With Debut Project
Aryan Khan marked his eagerly anticipated entry into the film industry this year, but in contrast to his iconic father Shah Rukh Khan, he opted for a unique route. Instead of stepping in front of the camera, Aryan chose to work behind it, taking on the role of director to express his creative vision and passion for filmmaking.
His debut web series The Ba****ds of Bollywood premiered in September on Netflix, and it skillfully showcased Aryan’s keen narrative style, compelling characters, and an excellent mix of drama and comedy. The series was both written and directed by Aryan Khan, with Gauri Khan producing under the Red Chillies Entertainment banner.
The Bastards Of Bollywood Became A Global Phenomenon
The Ba****ds of Bollywood reached several significant milestones upon its release. The series took over Netflix India, trending at Number 1 for multiple weeks. Its success extended far beyond the nation, making a substantial global impact by trending worldwide and achieving the top position in various countries.
The series also entered Netflix’s Global Top 10 for non English series, which is a massive achievement for any Indian production. Adding to its immense popularity, the series’ motion poster illuminated the famous Times Square billboard in New York, marking a proud moment for Aryan and the entire crew.
Complete IMDb Top 10 Indian Directors List
The complete list showcases a diverse mix of established and emerging filmmaking talent. Mohit Suri takes the number one spot, followed by Aryan Khan at number two. Director Lokesh Kanagaraj comes in at number three, followed by Anurag Kashyap at four and Prithviraj Sukumaran at five.
The rest of the Top 10 includes R.S. Prasanna at six, Anurag Basu at seven, Dominic Arun at eight, Laxman Utekar at nine, and Neeraj Ghaywan rounding out the list at number ten. This ranking is based purely on audience interest and page views on IMDb, making it a true reflection of which directors captured global attention in 2025.
About The Bastards Of Bollywood
The Ba****ds of Bollywood is a web series written and directed by Aryan Khan in his directorial debut. Produced by Gauri Khan under Red Chillies Entertainment, the series features a remarkable cast including Lakshya Lalwani, Bobby Deol, Mona Singh, Raghav Juyal, Anya Singh, Manoj Pahwa, and others. The series premiered on Netflix in September and became a global phenomenon, trending at number one in multiple countries.
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