Guru Dutt
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Indian film director, producer, choreographer and actor
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(Suggest an Edit or Addition)According to Wikipedia, Guru Dutt , was an Indian film director, producer, actor, choreographer, and writer. He is regarded as one of the greatest filmmakers of Indian cinema. Dutt was lauded for his artistry, notably his usage of close-up shots, lighting, and depictions of melancholia. He directed a total of 8 Hindi films, several of which have gained a cult following internationally. This includes Pyaasa , which made its way onto Time magazine's 100 Greatest Movies list, as well as Kaagaz Ke Phool , Chaudhvin Ka Chand , and Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam , all of which are frequently listed among the greatest films in Hindi cinema. He was included among CNN's "Top 25 Asian Actors" in 2012.
