EXCLUSIVE: Mr. India Director Shekhar Kapur Was Once A Chartered Accountant; Here’s The Proof!

When we think of Shekhar Kapur, we picture a visionary filmmaker behind classics like Bandit Queen, the Academy Award-nominated film Elizabeth, and Masoom. A legend in the industry, he has reshaped the global perception of Indian cinema. But did you know that before weaving his mark in the world of cinema, Kapur was a Chartered Accountant?

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Shekhar Kapur was raised in Punjab in a family with a strong academic background. He pursued a degree in Chartered Accountancy and even worked as one initially. But the creative world was calling him, and he eventually shifted gears to follow his passion for storytelling. He shared his certificate of fellowship in Chartered Accountant, exclusively with Bollywood Bubble and said, “And suddenly out of the blue this pops back into my life! Just as I was clearing out my office ..”

Shekhar Kapur’s Chartered Accountant Certificate

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Shekhar Kapur’s journey from finance to filmmaking is truly inspiring, proving that academic expertise can be a valuable asset in the industry. His keen attention to detail and ability to manage large-scale productions may well be rooted in his early years in finance.

Today, Shekhar Kapur is regarded as one of the most respected filmmakers across the globe, proving that career paths don’t have to follow a straight line. With his vast experience, he is now set to direct the much-anticipated sequel, ‘Masoom 2’.

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Manisha Karki

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