Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Director
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Birthplace
Hackney, London, England, UK
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English
Education
Royal College of Art, Newport Film School
Chinese Zodiac
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Asif Kapadia is known for directing.
Born in Hackney, London, England, UK (age 54).
7 awards including Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature Film.
Asif Kapadia has 7 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (7)
AWARDS (9)
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Starlight International Cinema Award
2020
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Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature Film
2016
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Academy Awards
Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature Film
2016
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European Film Award for Best Documentary
2015
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Biography
Asif Kapadia (born 1972) is a British filmmaker. Kapadia is best known for his trilogy of narratively driven, archive-constructed documentaries: Senna, Amy, and Diego Maradona.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Asif Kapadia?
Asif Kapadia is 54 years old, born on .
Where was Asif Kapadia born?
Asif Kapadia was born in Hackney, London, England, UK.
What movies or shows has Asif Kapadia been in?
Asif Kapadia has 7 credits in our database. Notable titles include Kenny Dalglish (2025), 2073 (2024), The Me You Can't See (2021), Ali and Nino (2016), Far North (2008).
What is Asif Kapadia known for?
Asif Kapadia is primarily known as a director. Asif Kapadia (born 1972) is a British filmmaker. Kapadia is best known for his trilogy of narratively driven, archive-constructed documentaries: Senna, Amy, and Diego Maradona.
Where can I find more information about Asif Kapadia?
You can find more about Asif Kapadia on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
