Mumbai, March 7 -- As Anil Sharma turns a year older on March 7, 2025, we look back at the journey of the filmmaker behind some of Bollywood's most iconic patriotic dramas. Born in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, on March 7, 1955, Sharma's cinematic path is filled with fascinating milestones.

1. A Film Journey That Began at 18

Coming from a culturally rich family-his grandfather, Pt. Dalchand, was a renowned astrologer-Sharma's passion for storytelling was deeply rooted. After earning a Bachelor of Science from Khalsa College, he entered Bollywood at just 18 as an assistant director to B.R. Chopra, working on classics like Pati Patni Aur Woh (1978) and The Burning Train (1980).

2. A Visionary Director at 21

Sharma made his directorial debut a...