Hemant Dubey

Hemant Dubey’s been quietly making his mark in Bollywood, even if you haven’t clocked his name yet. In 2025, he took a big swing with Chhaava—a film that refuses to play by the usual rules. It’s rooted in history, but there’s nothing dusty or textbook about it. The story barrels through the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, a figure who’s both revered and controversial, and Dubey doesn’t shy away from the messiness. The film juggles brutal battles, intricate palace politics, and the personal demons that haunt those born into legacy. There’s this gritty energy running through the whole thing—no sugar-coating, just raw emotion and tough choices. Jump back a year, and you’ll spot Dubey’s name in the credits for Stree 2, the much-awaited follow-up to the original horror-comedy hit. The movie leans into the supernatural with its tongue-in-cheek humor, blending jump scares with social commentary. It’s got that small-town vibe, haunted by legends and rumors, but also packed with quirky characters who never quite do what you’d expect. Then there’s Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, a 2024 romantic sci-fi flick. Yeah, you heard right—romance and science fiction, mashed together. The plot? It spins around a guy who falls for an AI-powered robot, which sounds wild but Dubey manages to ground it with real heart and a fair bit of awkward comedy. The film tiptoes through love, technology, and all the awkwardness of modern relationships, giving audiences something a bit offbeat and totally memorable.