Arko Provo Bose

Based in Mumbai

Arko Provo Bose is a commercial director at Petromax Films, whose work spans advertising, branded content and digital films. Known for blending humour with performance-led, grounded storytelling, he creates films that combine engaging performances and a strong cinematic sensibility.

Before moving into full-time direction, Arko spent over 18 years in advertising, working in creative leadership roles at agencies including MullenLowe Lintas and Enormous, where he served as Chief Creative Officer.

His advertising portfolio includes campaigns such as Zomato - Father’s Day, Zomato - The Invite, Zepto - 10-Minute Delivery, Goibibo - Hotels for Every Mood, Vim - Ghar Ki Team, Cadbury Fuse - Kuch Alag Chahiye, MakeMyTrip - Travel Made Easy, Milkbasket - Everyday Sorted, and Steadfast - Built for Business, among others. Working across comedy, slice-of-life narratives and emotionally driven films, his work is characterised by relatable characters, strong performances and a balance of humour, warmth and cultural insight.

Across formats, Arko approaches filmmaking with a strong emphasis on story, performance and collaboration. His films combine creative clarity with cinematic execution, resulting in narratives that are engaging, accessible and rooted in everyday human experiences.

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