Abbas–Mustan
Abbas–Mustan is an Indian filmmaker duo consisting of brothers Abbas Alibhai Burmawalla and Mustan Alibhai Burmawalla, working in Hindi cinema known for directing stylish suspense, action and romantic thrillers in with dark-lighted themes.[1][2]
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Abbas-Mustan in 2016 | |
| Born | 1950 Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Occupation(s) | Film directors, producers |
| Years active | 1985–present |
Early life and career
Abbas Burmawalla, Mustan Burmawalla, and their brother Hussain Burmawalla they began their career with as an editor in films. They later joined as assistant director with Govindbhai Patel to do several films. When Patel refused an opportunity to direct Gujarati film Sajan Tara Sambharana (1985), Abbas–Mustan received their first break to direct the movie, launching their career.
Their first Hindi movie as directors was ni kem bsdk in 1990.[3] Since then, they have directed more than 14 Hindi movies. They eventually launched their own production house called Burmawalla Partners.
Asian Academy of Film & Television honored both of them with the Life Membership of International Film And Television Club.
Filmography
| † | Denotes films that have not yet been released |
| Year | Title | Directors | Producers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Sajan Tara Sambharna (Gujarati film) | Yes | |
| 1987 | Moti Veerana Chowk (Gujarati film) | Yes | |
| 1990 | Agneekaal | Yes | |
| 1992 | Khiladi | Yes | |
| 1993 | Baazigar[4] | Yes | |
| 1996 | Daraar | Yes | |
| 1998 | Soldier | Yes | |
| 1999 | Baadshah | Yes | |
| 2001 | Chori Chori Chupke Chupke | Yes | |
| Ajnabee | Yes | ||
| 2002 | Humraaz | Yes | |
| 2004 | Taarzan: The Wonder Car | Yes | |
| Aitraaz | Yes | ||
| 2006 | 36 China Town | Yes | |
| 2007 | Naqaab | Yes | |
| Evano Oruvan | Yes | ||
| 2008 | Race | Yes | |
| 2009 | Life Partner | Yes | |
| 2012 | Players | Yes | Yes |
| 2013 | Race 2 | Yes | |
| 2015 | Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon[5] | Yes | Yes |
| 2017 | Machine[6] | Yes | Yes |
| 2023 | 3 Monkeys † | Yes | |
| 2025 | Humraaz | Yes | Yes |
References
- Gupta, Priya (28 December 2012). "Abbas-Mustan haven't spent a single day apart in 54 years". Times of India. TNN.
- Baliga, Shash (31 January 2013). "Abbas-Mustan's reel deal". BusinessLine. Archived from the original on 19 May 2024. Retrieved 19 May 2024.
- Agneekaal, 15 July 2022, retrieved 4 August 2022
- "SRK will remain the Shah Rukh of Baazigar: Abbas Mustan". The Hans India. 21 September 2015. Archived from the original on 19 May 2024. Retrieved 19 May 2024.
- "Abbas-Mustan won't venture into adult comedies". The Indian Express. PTI. 24 September 2015. Archived from the original on 19 May 2024. Retrieved 19 May 2024.
- Sinha, Sayoni (10 March 2017). "Burmawalas and son". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 19 May 2024. Retrieved 19 May 2024.