India, March 28 -- Actor Hrithik Roshan surprised many when it was announced on Friday that he will debut as a director with the popular superhero franchise's next instalment, Krrish 4. His dad, Rakesh Roshan, who incidentally also turned to filmmaking after pursuing acting, directed the first three films. But that aside, it should come as no surprise that Hrithik eventually decided to direct because the hints were there all along. (Also Read: Krrish 4 officially announced with Hrithik Roshan making directorial debut; Rakesh Roshan, Aditya Chopra to co-produce)

Hrithik began his career in the film industry not as an actor but behind the scenes as an assistant director to his dad, Rakesh. As a 17-year-old, he assisted Rakesh on the Shah R...