Ashish Shah
- himanshu105
- Sep 10
- 1 min read
Based in Mumbai
Ashish Shah is an acclaimed Indian photographer and filmmaker whose bold, intimate imagery captures the evolving identity of modern India. Originally from Dehradun, his work explores the intersection of heritage and contemporary culture—often focusing on natural form, posture, and the raw human presence within fashion and portraiture.
With a practice rooted in empowerment and visual sensitivity, Ashish has collaborated with global names like Apple, Alexander McQueen, Byredo, Hugo Boss, and Richemont Group. His fashion work includes portraits of Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, and Vicky Kaushal for Vogue India, Paper, Esquire India, and more.
His striking visuals have been featured in international publications such as The New York Times, i-D, Aperture, HTSI, M Le Monde, and Atmos, where his lens continues to reflect a nuanced view of South Asia—its complexities, contradictions, and creative power. His recent work spotlights on South Asian talents and how brown bodies interact with the envrionment and each other.
Social Media Handles: Instagram - @ashishisshah
Website - ashishshah.in