Rajkumar Hirani is the writer of the iconic Hindi film Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. Released in 2003, the film became a hit at the box office. Rajkumar Hirani is also the director of the film as it is his first directorial.
The movie stars Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi, Boman Irani, Jimmy Shergill and many more in key roles. Born in 1962, Rajkumar Hirani is known for his unique storytelling style and his ability to blend comedy with social issues.
Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. is an apt example of his talent as a writer, director and editor. The story is about Munna, played by Sanjay Dutt, a goon with a good heart who pretends to be a doctor to make his father believe that he’s a doctor to fulfil his dream.
The film tackles the serious issue of lack of compassion in the medical field while also providing an ample amount of humour and heartwarming moments. Hirani’s writing style is not only entertaining but also thought-provoking.
The success of Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. made way for a sequel, Lage Raho Munna Bhai, which was another blockbuster movie in the director’s kitty. Hirani’s contribution to Indian cinema is beyond just entertainment, for the director makes his audience think as well.