David Dhawan
DirectingAbout David Dhawan
David Dhawan (born Rajinder Dhawan; 16 August 1951) is an Indian director of Hindi films. Dhawan started off as an editor in Saaransh in 1984 before moving into directing. He specialises in directing comedy films. His 1993 film Aankhen, starring Govinda, Chunky Pandey and Kader Khan, was highly successful at the box office, and earned him his first nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Director. Another successful film was Shola Aur Shabnam. His 2007 film Partner was successful. Dhawan is on the board of Asian Academy of Film & Television and Asian School of Media Studies where he has been honoured with an academy award by Sandeep Marwah.
David Dhawan Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of David Dhawan reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 1 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of David Dhawan's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 0% of David Dhawan's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, which stands out as a key performance.
Best David Dhawan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from David Dhawan's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie David Dhawan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Bade Miyan Chote Miyan | Himself | Average | Similar → |
David Dhawan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of David Dhawan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Dhawan is "Bade Miyan Chote Miyan" with a rating of 5.6/10.
How many movies has David Dhawan acted in?
David Dhawan has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.