Nisha Ganatra is a Canadian director and writer known for her work in film and television. She gained recognition for directing the 2019 film Late Night, which starred Emma Thompson and Mindy Kaling. Ganatra has also worked on various television series, including Brooklyn Nine-Nine and The Good Place. Born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Ganatra has a background in both film and television production. She graduated from Columbia University with a degree in film. Her work often explores themes of identity and culture, reflecting her own experiences as a woman of South Asian descent.