Filmmakers born on May 2

Take a focused look at the filmmakers born on May 2. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1921 Satyajit Ray

  Satyajit Ray was a renowned Indian film director, screenwriter, author, and composer, widely considered one of the greatest filmmakers of the 20th century. He is best known for his work in Bengali cinema, notably for directing the acclaimed 'Apu Trilogy' (Pather Panchali, Aparajito, Apur Sansar), which brought Indian cinema to international prominence. Ray's storytelling, visual style, and humanistic approach made … [bio]