Sami Khan
An influential storyteller of our times, Sami Khan was born in Toronto, Canada in 1981 and began his active filmmaking career in the early 2000s. Khan has shown distinct flair in the documentary and drama genres, with his most renowned films being "Khoya" and "St. Louis Superman", the latter earning him an Oscar nomination. His directorial style is marked by its profound humanism and deep exploration of identity and belonging.
A testament to Sami Khan's talent is that his films often leave viewers pondering long after the credits roll, reflecting the depth and authenticity he brings out in his characters.