TOP 10 COOLEST DIRECTORS in india

When it comes to film – making the director is without doubt the superhero behind the scenes. The director needs to keep one eye each on the production and technical team and a magic eye for the creative aspects of the film in addition to visualizing how the script can be sculpted into a movie with a coherent structure. Superheroes from mythology have easy jobs compared to the hassles of being a director. Jokes aside, the director is the captain of the ship, who steers the lives onboard through the choppy waters and leads them safely to land. And the ones who can keep their cool when everything is going to hell, earn the respect of the team while bringing out the best in them, and make it easy for everyone to work with each other. These are the ones who can make a film and not have a cardiac arrest at the same time. These are the Kings of Cool!

Venkat Prabhu Venkat Prabhu has set the bar very high for directors aspiring to join the cool club. He has a calm head on his shoulders and a sense of humor that is marvelous for diffusing tension from the sets. Those who have worked with him swear that he never loses his temper on the sets and has never yelled at anyone, ever! It has also been said that working with Venkat Prabhu is one big picnic (no surprise there!) as he makes sure his team gels well with one another and everyone shares a great vibe. This way his team works together and laughs together and therefore stays together and delivers awesome cinema. Step aside Johnny Depp and MS Dhoni, Venkat Prabhu is the new Captain Cool.

Shankar

Shankar is one of the most successful directors in the industry. And it is said that the reason for his success is his hard work and systematic approach to filmmaking. It has been said that he is a perfectionist who can spend a lot of time on the most insignificant detail. Apparently, while shooting Endhiran, he waited for hours to get his hands on a pink towel. Later he told his assistants that compromising on even little things can ultimately derail a project and this was a lesson he had learned early in his career. It is typical of the man to take time out to explain things to his assistants instead of screaming at them for not having everything he wished ready.

Rajesh

The maker of gems like Boss Engira Baskaran and Siva Manasula Sakthi wears his responsibilities as a director lightly on his shoulders. He is the epitome of cool as he goes about his business in a light – hearted manner. Hansika, who is currently working with him in OKOK says that he is an absolute delight to work with and that she was enjoying the dynamics on the sets immensely. All who have worked with him have nothing but goodwill towards him. It has also been said that the chilled out atmosphere on the sets and the easygoing nature of things is absorbed into his films and that is what makes them such a treat to watch

Vishnuvardhan

Vishnuvardhan makes films that score big on the cool quotient. Incidentally the same thing can be said about the man himself. Trisha who worked with him in Sarvam could not stop raving about how Vishnu Vardhan and his wife, Anu Vardhan made her feel completely at home on the sets which was also a very relaxed and fun place. To keep things simple Vishnuvardhan has a team that comprises of like – minded individuals with similar backgrounds. He is absolutely chilled out and does not put up any airs. It is a common sight to see him lunching with every member of the film crew.

Gautham Menon

Gautham Menon is another director, who enjoys the respect of all who have worked with him. The man is a perfectionist and his films are planned to the last detail. Sometimes he waits for hours to obtain a prop, a perfect setting, or even an atmospheric effect before he okays a shot. He has a lot of passion for the job and is well known for creating a creatively stimulating atmosphere to work in. By coming up with fresh scripts and taking care of the nitty – gritty of filmmaking, he makes it very easy for people to work with him. Just ask Suriya and Jyothika who have done a lot of projects with him and would be happy to do more. It is well known that the director only works with people he is comfortable with and those who have faith in his vision. Therefore his assistants are all well educated in all aspects of filmmaking. Together they make a great team.

Murugadoss

Quiet and unassuming though he is Murugadoss is one of the most respected names in the industry simply because he is so good at what he does. He is a details man and believes in perfect planning and execution. His temperament has come in for a lot of praise as he never lets his temper get away from him and refrains from harshness of any kind. Aamir Khan one of the biggest stars in the country was very impressed with his work ethic and complete professionalism. The actor said that the director despite being so brilliant is always open to suggestions and was perfectly willing to change the climax when Aamir felt that it needed to be modified to suit a Pan – Indian audience. Such humility is very rare in the business and that is what makes Murugadoss so special.

Vetri Maaran

Vetri Maaran is a great believer in team work. Being the good sport and even better captain he is, the man makes sure his unit functions like a championship winning sports team with everyone carrying out the job assigned to him or her and in sync with the rest of the team. He spends hours talking to his assistants and explaining his vision to them. Working with him is supposed to be an education in itself. Vetri Maaran is also very hands – on and even acts out scenes for the actors to show them how it needs to be done. The national – award winning director also has a reputation for being modest and mild – mannered. In fact on winning the national award for his second film, he said in typical self – deprecating style that the credit goes to his team.

Suseenthiran

The director who gave us wonderful films like Vennila Kabadi Kuzhu, Naan Mahan Alla, and Azhagarsamiyin Kudhirai is a man who is known for his dedication to his craft, simplicity, sense of humor, equable temperament, and hard work. Many have called him an overnight success since he made an impact with his very first film. But success has not turned his head and he himself talks often about how he came to Chennai at the age of 18 and it took him twelve years to fulfill his dream of becoming a director. It is little wonder that everybody wants to work with him.

AL Vijay

Madrasapatinam with its innovative script catapulted Vijay to the big league. Arya who was the hero of this film was brimming over with praise for his director who he says knows how to rock a script and see a film to the finish line despite the naysayers. Vijay is also a good team player and has an admirable knack for detailing. And there is a reason all the big names in the industry have expressed a desire to work with him.

Pushkar – Gayathri

This husband and wife, director duo makes for a dynamic combo. They share a great love for cinema which is simply contagious and spreads all around the set. The duo specializes in creating a hassle – free environment which makes it easy for their cast and crew to give their best. Pushkar – Gayatri leave the floor open for suggestions and the rest of the team is allowed to say their two – pence worth. This makes the work environment a stimulating one.