Akshay Roy, born on April 25, 1979, in Mumbai, India, is an Indian film director and writer. He spent his early childhood in Nigeria, where his family relocated due to his father's employment. At the age of 10, he returned to India to attend Mayo College in Ajmer, completing his education up to class 12. During his time there, he was an active sportsman, serving as the captain of both the basketball and cross-country teams in his final year. He also participated in debates and theatrical productions.