Cinematographer with over 13 years of experience in the film and advertising industry, progressing from Assistant and Associate roles to working independently as Director of Photography. Independently handled feature films, along with web series, music videos, and commercial projects. Collaborated with senior DOPs on major Tamil and Telugu productions, building strong technical and on-set expertise. Highly experienced with ARRI Alexa and RED cinema camera systems, professional lighting, and grip workflows. Also skilled in AI-assisted visual development, using AI tools for concept visualization, storyboarding, and look exploration to support cinematic storytelling.

Sundara Raghavan NC

Cinematographer with over 13 years of experience in the film and advertising industry, progressing from Assistant and Associate roles to working independently as Director of Photography. Independently handled feature films, along with web series, music videos, and commercial projects. Collaborated with senior DOPs on major Tamil and Telugu productions, building strong technical and on-set expertise. Highly experienced with ARRI Alexa and RED cinema camera systems, professional lighting, and grip workflows. Also skilled in AI-assisted visual development, using AI tools for concept visualization, storyboarding, and look exploration to support cinematic storytelling.

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Cinematographer with over 13 years of experience in the film and advertising industry, progressing from Assistant and Associate roles to working independently as Director of Photography. Independently handled feature films, along with web series, music videos, and commercial projects. Collaborated with senior DOPs on major Tamil and Telugu productions, building strong technical and on-set expertise. Highly experienced with ARRI Alexa and RED cinema camera systems, professional lighting, and grip workflows. Also skilled in AI-assisted visual development, using AI tools for concept visualization, storyboarding, and look exploration to support cinematic storytelling.

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Language

Tamil
Fluent
English
Advanced
Telugu
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced

Work Experience

Cinematographer at Holiday (2014) – Hindi film
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Cinematography for the 2014 Hindi feature 'Holiday' directed by Armurugadoss, starring Akshay Kumar.
Cinematographer at Puli (2015) – Tamil film
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Cinematography for the 2015 Tamil feature 'Puli', directed by Chimbu Devan, starring Vijay.
Cinematographer at A Aa (2016) – Telugu film
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Cinematography for the 2016 Telugu feature 'A Aa', directed by Trivikram Srinivas, starring Nithin and Samantha.
Cinematographer at Chal Mohan Ranga (2018) – Telugu film
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Cinematography for the 2018 Telugu feature 'Chal Mohan Ranga', directed by Krishna Chaitanya, starring Nithin and Megha Akash.
2nd Unit Cinematographer at Ayogya (Tamil film)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Worked as 2nd Unit Cinematographer on the Tamil film 'Ayogya', directed by Kartik; shot with Alexa/SXT setups.
Cinematographer (Diploma Project) at Room No. 20 (Diploma Project) – Final Year
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Cinematography for the final year Diploma project 'Room No. 20' directed by Rozar; shot on Kodak film with Digital Intermediate.
Cinematographer at Naalaiya Iyakkunar Season 5 – Short Films
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014
Cinematography for Naalaiya Iyakkunar Season 5 short films: Pagadai, Pistol, Mahanathi, Pistol2; directed by Ra. Su. Ranjith (Winner).

Education

Diploma in Film Technology - Cinematography at MGR Govt Film and TV Institute of Tamil Nadu
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment