Nitin Chandrakant Desai Age, Wiki and Bio

Nitin Chandrakant Desai

Quick Info

ProfessionArt Director
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth06/08/1965
Age59 years
BirthplaceBhagwat Multispeciality Hospital in Dapoli, Maharashtra

Physical Stats & More

Height175 cm
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorSalt & Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

EducationStudied photography at the J.J. School of Art and L.S.Raheja School of Arts in Mumbai.

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism
AddressH. No. 1501, Daffodils Sainath Gardens, Navghar Road, Tata Colony, Mulund (E), Mumbai (400 081)

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Family

FatherChandrakant Ganpat Desai
MotherMeena Chandrakant Desai (Film Producer)
SpouseNaina Nitin Desai (Film Producer)
Children
Son1 (Name not known)
DaughterMansi Desai (Production coordinator at Mold3D)

Career

Debut
Film (art director)Bhookamp (1993)
Film (producer)Desh Devi Maa Ashapura (2003)
TV (art director)Chanakya (1991)
TV (actor)Hum Sab Ek Hain (1998)
Awards, Honours, Achievements
Screen Award for Best Art Direction
  • For '1942: A Love Story' in 1994
  • For 'Khamoshi: The Musical' in 1996
  • For 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' in 1999
  • For 'Josh' in 2000
  • For 'Lagaan' in 2001
  • For 'Gandhi, My Father' in 2008
Filmfare Award for Best Art Direction
  • For '1942: A Love Story' in 1995
  • For 'Khamoshi: The Musical' in 1997
  • For 'Devdas' in 2003
National Film Award for Best Art Direction
  • For 'Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar' in 1999
  • For 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' in 2000
  • For 'Lagaan' in 2002
  • For 'Devdas' in 2003
IIFA Best Art Direction Award
  • For 'Jodhaa Akbar' in 2009
Maharashtra State Film Award for Best Art Direction
  • For 'Harishchandrachi Factory' in 2009
Genie Award for Best Achievement in Art Direction/Production Design
  • Nominated for 'Such a Long Journey' in 1998

Some Lesser Known Facts

Nitin Chandrakant Desai was a prominent Indian artist known for his diverse roles in the entertainment industry.
He was celebrated for his exceptional work as an art director, production designer, actor, and producer.
Desai contributed to numerous popular Bollywood movies by crafting stunning sets and visuals.
Starting at Mumbai's Film City Studios, he honed his skills under leading art directors.
In 1991, Desai marked his solo debut as an art director with the television series 'Chanakya'.
Throughout his career, he ventured into production and direction, leaving his mark on various films and TV programs.
His expertise in set design was evident through his work on the renowned reality show 'Bigg Boss'.
ND Studios, Desai's creation in Karjat, Mumbai, is widely admired for its expansive and detailed sets.
The year 2022 saw the transformation of ND Studio into an innovative Bollywood Theme Park under Desai's vision.
A notable highlight was Desai hosting the cultural extravaganza 'Maha-Utsav' in 2022, showcasing Maharashtra's vibrant heritage.
Aside from his personal ventures, Desai had affiliations with multiple esteemed companies.
On August 2, 2023, at the age of 57, the entertainment world mourned the loss of Nitin Chandrakant Desai.