Gireesh Mulimani is an acclaimed Indian film director and screenwriter, primarily known for his work in the Kannada film industry. He has contributed as an associate director in the story, screenplay, and dialogues for blockbuster films like Rocky, Varadanayaka, Kempegowda, and Manikya. Gireesh has collaborated with renowned directors such as Kiccha Sudeep, Ayyappa P, and Nagendra Urs, honing his craft under their guidance. He made his directorial debut with Raajaru (2017), which received widespread appreciation from both critics and audiences. His second feature film is Bhuvanam Gaganam.