FILMS
Chinmay is a creative and dynamic filmmaker with three years of experience in factual and natural-history storytelling. His passion for the craft has taken him across diverse environments—from the remote regions of the Himalayas to the rugged coastlines of the United Kingdom—where he has honed his ability to capture compelling visual narratives.
With extensive experience working on projects that document conservation efforts, observe wildlife in their natural habitats, and collaborate with communities at the grassroots level, he has developed strong technical proficiency across a wide range of equipment. This includes professional cinema cameras such as the Sony FX9, mirrorless systems, drones, camera traps, and studio-based production kits.
Chinmay believes that visual storytelling holds the power to inform, influence, and inspire. His work aims to shed light on real-world experiences and pressing environmental issues through impactful and authentic narratives.
Explore his recent film showcasing ongoing efforts in snow leopard conservation in Spiti Valley, a remote region in the Himalayas.
PRODUCTIONS
"Spiti - Saving the Snow"
Set in the remote Spiti Valley, this film highlights issues like over-tourism, climate change, and shrinking resources, while also highlighting the proactive steps taken to safeguard both communities and the elusive Snow Leopard.
"In Search of The Blue Ground Beetle"
Witness how a team of experts embark on a dramatic expedition in search of the rare and once thought to be extinct species, the Blue Ground Beetle. What they find has changed the scenario of the Beetle in the United Kingdom.
"Moses Gate: Return of The Wild"
The film recently got officially selected and got nominated for the "best super short documentary at the Student World Impact Film Festival 2023." It is about the portrait of a country park which had a rich history as a paper making site back in the 1800s, but because of which wildlife couldn't thrive around. Soon after its closure, the various habitats improved with time which resulted into the wildlife making its return.
"BioBlitz 2023"
Directed & filmed BioBlitz 2023 with 2 other colleagues for the Mersey River's Trust in collaboration with the University of Salford.
"The Bee lady"
The Bee Lady is an interview based short documentary featuring Amber McCormack, an apiarist who shares a unique bond with the bees. The film delves into the concept of human-animal relationships and its importance leading to conservation and aspects of mental health of the human beings.
"Snakebite: The Unheard Voices" (In post-production)
This upcoming short documentary puts light on the very neglected issue not just in India but on a global level. Chinmay has worked with Voluntary Nature Conservancy, an NGO, on the grass-root level with the farmers, who are the main victims. The film will address the do's & don'ts for the farmers to deal with snakes when in a situation and how awareness programs can play a role in not just educating the people but also lead them towards conservation.
