Vicky Donor Sparked Director's Genre Shift

Director Tushar Hiranandani's career took a pivotal turn after watching the 2012 film Vicky Donor. Hiranandani, who previously focused on comedy writing, found his style obsolete following Vicky Donor's impact. He confided that the film made him realize a shift in audience preference towards more substantial cinema, akin to the phenomenon of Dil Chahta Hai. This realization prompted a career reassessment. Additionally, Hiranandani credited director Mohit Suri for providing the crucial impetus to direct. During the making of Ek Villain in 2014, Suri treated Hiranandani as a co-director, fostering his confidence. This mentorship was instrumental in Hiranandani eventually directing films like Saand Ki Aankh and Srikanth, the latter of which recently won a National Award for Best Hindi Feature Film.