Vikram Bhatt’s Journey: From Struggles to Blockbusters and Some facts about vikram bhat
Vikram Bhatt is turning 56 years old today, as he was born on January 27, 1969.
Vikram Bhatt started his career as an assistant director to legends like Mukul Anand and Mahesh Bhatt.
He made his directorial debut with Jaanam (1992), produced by Mahesh Bhatt, but his big breakthrough came with Fareb (1996)
"Vikram Bhatt is known for reviving the horror genre in Bollywood with hits like Raaz (2002), 1920 (2008), and Haunted (2011)."
Apart from horror, he excelled in romantic dramas like Ghulam (1998) and thrillers like Kasoor (2001).
Despite professional success, Vikram faced personal struggles, including financial issues and a high-profile affair with Sushmita Sen. (2001).
Vikram embraced the digital era with his platform, VB On The Web, releasing web series like Twisted and Maaya.
With over 30 films as a director and many more as a writer and producer, Vikram Bhatt has left an indelible mark on Indian cinema.
Vikram Bhatt started his career in the film industry as an assistant director at the age of 14 in 1983. As of 2025, he has been working in the industry for an impressive 42 years, contributing as a director, writer, and producer.
Vikram Bhatt has several upcoming projects : Haunted: Ghosts of The Past": Scheduled for release on December 27, 2025, Tumko Meri Kasam": A romantic drama inspired by the life of Dr. Ajay Murdia, founder of Indira IVF. Viraat , and "Rann": A historical drama focusing on Maharana Rana Raj Singh's opposition to Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb's policies last but not least Murder 4": Set to release on July 25, 2025.
In 1999, Vikram Bhatt clinched a prestigious Filmfare Award for his film Ghulam, and in 2003, he emerged victorious as the recipient of the Stardust Awards’ Dream Director accolade for the popular horror film Raaz.
Vikram is an immensely wealthy Indian director, boasting a net worth of $5 million, that is equivalent to around Rs. 42 crores. He amassed such a substantial amount of wealth through his roles as a director, screenwriter, and producer.