Vinati Makijany Age, Wiki, Family, Education, Career

Vinati Makijany, born on October 29, 1988 (37 years old), in Mumbai, India, is a well-known name in Indian films.

She is popular for being a writer, producer, and director, and many people know her for the Netflix movie Skater Girl. It tells the story of a young girl in a small Indian village who finds freedom through skateboarding.

Vinati started her career in theatre and later worked on short films like The Corner Table, which won awards.

Even though she studied science in college, she followed her passion for filmmaking and has done many creative projects since then.

Keep reading Vinati Makijany’s Wiki to know more about her life, family, education, career, awards, and other interesting facts.

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Vinati Makijany Wiki & Early Life

Full Name	Vinati Makijany
Profession	Actress, Writer, Director, Producer
Age	37 years old
Date of Birth	October 29, 1988
Nationality	Indian
Zodiac/Sun Sign	Scorpio
Birthplace	Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Current Address	Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Vinati Makijany Relationships

Vinati Makijany is currently single, and information about having a boyfriend or getting married is yet to be updated.

Relationship Status	Single
Boyfriend/husband	Yet to be updated
Children	Yet to be updated

Vinati Makijany Family

Vinati Makijany comes from a well-known and artistic family in Mumbai, India. Her family has strong ties to the Indian film industry, which has influenced her creative journey.

Father – Mac Mohan

Vinati’s father was the famous Bollywood actor Mac Mohan.

He was best known for his iconic role as Sambha in the classic film Sholay (1975). His real name was Mohan Makhijani, but he was popularly known by his stage name.

Mac Mohan acted in over 200 films and was respected for his strong screen presence.

Sadly, he passed away in 2010, but he continues to be remembered for his powerful roles in Indian cinema.

Mother – Minny Makijany

Vinati’s mother is Minny Makijany. She has mostly stayed out of the public eye but has played a major role in supporting her children’s creative paths.

Siblings

Vinati has two siblings, and both are talented in their own fields:

Sister – Manjari Makijany

Manjari Makijany is a film director and writer, just like Vinati. She directed Skater Girl, which the sisters co-produced.

Manjari has also worked in Hollywood and trained under filmmakers like Christopher Nolan and Patty Jenkins.

She is one of Vinati’s closest collaborators and shares her passion for meaningful storytelling.

Brother – Vikrant Makijany

Vikrant Makijany is Vinati’s brother. While there is limited public information about his work or background, he is known to be part of the close-knit Makijany family.

Parent’s Name	Father: Mac Mohan Mother: Minny Makijany
Siblings	Brother: Vikrant Makijany Sister: Manjari Makijany

Vinati Makijany Education

Vinati Makijany had a strong academic start before she stepped into the world of films and storytelling. Her education gave her a solid foundation, even though she later chose a creative career path.

Schooling

She completed her school education at Jamnabai Narsee School in Mumbai. This school is known for its focus on both academics and extra-curricular activities. It likely played a role in helping Vinati explore her interest in arts and drama from a young age.

College & Higher Studies

After finishing school, Vinati went on to study at Jai Hind College, also located in Mumbai. She earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) degree in Biotechnology.

Although science and filmmaking may seem very different, her education shows that she is someone with a curious and versatile mind.

School	Jamnabai Narsee School, Mumbai
Alma Mater	Jai Hind College, Mumbai
Highest Qualification	Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Biotechnology

Vinati Makijany Career

Vinati Makijany’s career is a blend of theatre, filmmaking, and social impact. She started her journey in the performing arts, and over time, she moved into writing, directing, and producing meaningful stories for the screen.

Early Start in Theatre

Before entering the film world, Vinati was active in theatre. She performed with popular theatre groups like IPTA, Gillo, and QTP.

Her work on stage was praised, and she even won awards for her performances. This early experience helped her build strong storytelling and acting skills.

Entry into Films (Behind the Scenes)

Vinati began her film career by working behind the scenes.

One of her early roles was as a Set Dresser for the Bollywood movie My Name Is Khan (2010), which gave her a close look at how films are made on a large scale.

She later worked in other technical roles, such as script supervision and art direction on short films.

Turning into a Filmmaker

Vinati’s talent started getting noticed when she made and acted in her short film The Corner Table.

This film was shown at the Cannes Short Film Corner and even won Best Actor at the North Carolina Film Festival.

She continued working on short films, documentaries, and creative projects where she took on multiple roles: writer, director, and producer.

Big Break with Skater Girl

In 2021, Vinati co-wrote and co-produced the film Skater Girl along with her sister, Manjari Makijany, who also directed it.

The movie tells the inspiring story of a girl from rural India who finds freedom through skateboarding. It was released globally on Netflix and was widely praised.

Skater Girl also led to the creation of the Desert Dolphin Skatepark in Rajasthan, which was India’s first skatepark in a village, showing how Vinati’s work blends creativity with real-world impact.

Other Projects

Vinati has also worked on:

Skate Basti, a short documentary linked to Skater Girl
The Next Thing You Eat (2021), where she worked as a producer

She is the co-founder of Mac Productions, the company behind her major film projects.

Year	Role	Project / Network
2010	Set Dresser	My Name Is Khan
2010	Script Supervisor	Uss Din (Short Film)
2012	Art Director / Production	The Last Marble (Short Film)
2013	Writer, Actor, Producer	The Corner Table (Short Film)
2020	Actress	Faith
2021	Writer, Producer	Skater Girl (Netflix)
2021	Producer	The Next Thing You Eat
2021	Director, Producer	Skate Basti (Short Documentary)

Awards and Achievements

Below is a list of some notable awards and recognitions Vinati Makijany has received for her creative and social impact through films.

Year	Name of the Award	For What Work
2013	Best Actor – NC Film Festival	Short film The Corner Table
2013	Cannes Short Film Showcase	Screening of The Corner Table at Cannes
2021	Recognition for Social Impact	Building India’s first rural skatepark (Skater Girl)

Vinati Makijany Net Worth, Salary

The estimated net worth and annual salary details of Vinati are yet to be updated.

Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.)	Yet to be updated
Salary (Approx.)	Yet to be updated

Vinati Makijany Height, Weight & Physical Stats

Vinati Makijany stands around 5 feet 3 inches tall (160 cm). She has black hair and black eyes, which give her a natural and expressive look. While her weight and body measurements are yet to be updated.

Height	In centimetres: 160 cm In meters: 1.60 m In feet & inches: 5 feet 3 inches
Weight	In kg: Yet to be updated In lbs: Yet to be updated
Body Measurements	Yet to be updated
Hair Color	Black
Eye Color	Black