The encyclopedia of cinema
Mridula Varier: A Voice That Grew with Discipline, Devotion and Destiny Born in Calicut (Kozhikode) Kerala, Mridula Varier’s journey into music began long before she understood what a career in playback singing meant. Raised in a culturally rich environment, she completed her schooling in Kerala, where her talent began to reveal itself at a very…
Faisal Ali: Framing Stories Through Light Born in Velloor in Kerala’s Kottayam district, Faisal Ali has spent more than twelve years in the film industry quietly building a career rooted in passion and patience. From a young age, cinema fascinated him beyond simple entertainment. Even during his school days, he watched films with curiosity, trying…
Kiran Das: Editing a Path into Cinema Kiran Das was born in Muvattupuzha, where his early years were rooted in a simple, grounded upbringing. He has known filmmaker Arun Bose since the fifth grade, sharing classrooms, conversations, and formative years that quietly shaped his worldview. Like many students, Kiran followed the expected academic route after…
Shreyaas Krishna: Framing Stories Through Light, Lens and Belief Born in Karaikudi, Shreyaas Krishna’s journey into cinema did not begin with a clear roadmap or instant acceptance. His childhood was shaped by constant movement living in Kanchipuram, studying in Chennai, moving back again and finally settling into a life that would slowly but surely pull…
Sreejith Edavana: Crafting Sound, Stories and Cinema Across Industries In the evolving landscape of Indian cinema and independent music, Sreejith Edavana has emerged as a distinctive creative force whose work bridges sound, storytelling and visual expression. A well-known music director from South India, Sreejith is widely recognized for his contributions to the Malayalam and Tamil…
Haritha Mutharasan: Creating, Competing, Healing — A Life of Coexistence Born in Anna Nagar, Chennai. Haritha Mutharasan’s life has always moved across multiple worlds art, sports, cinema, healing and technology without ever being confined to just one. Her journey is not about choosing a single path but about allowing different passions to coexist and shape…
Saneesh Stantly: Framing Cinema Through Passion and Perseverance Saneesh Stantly stands as a quiet yet powerful example of how passion, patience and persistence shape a meaningful journey in cinema. Born in Ernakulum, Kerala, Saneesh’s relationship with visual storytelling began not with instant recognition or grand opportunities but with a deep fascination for images, frames and…
Praneesh Vijayan: Finding Stories Beyond the Frame Praneesh Vijayan’s journey into cinema is not one defined by film school corridors or years spent assisting directors on crowded sets. Instead, it is a path shaped by curiosity, friendships, persistence and a deep belief that stories find their way to those who wait and work honestly for…
Noufal Abdullah: From the Edit Room to the Director’s Vision Noufal Abdullah’s journey into cinema is one shaped by instinct rather than intention. Born in Ottapalam, Palakkad he grew up in a place that frequently became a shooting location. Though he had no formal exposure to filmmaking at a young age, the constant presence of…
Sooraj S Kurup: A Journey Tuned by Curiosity, Cinema and Sound In an industry where many are pressured to define themselves by a single title, Sooraj S Kurup stands apart as an artist who has allowed curiosity to shape his journey. Composer, lyricist, occasional actor and a silent observer of cinema, Sooraj’s path has never…
