Kaushal Shah

Based in Mumbai

Kaushal Shah is a Mumbai-based cinematographer whose work spans both advertising and long-form storytelling.

Beginning his career with a focus on narrative detail, Kaushal built his practice in the advertising space, shaping a portfolio that balances visual clarity with brand-led communication.

His advertising collaborations include campaigns such as Dove – Stop the Beauty Test, HP – Diwali, P&G Shiksha: Dhappa, Whisper, Oppo – Rajamouli, Oppo – Live the Awaara Life featuring Siddhant Chaturvedi, Pooja Hegde and Ishaan Khatter, and Adidas X Ranveer Singh. He has also worked with brands including Beardo, Skechers, BoAt, Mercedes Benz, Lakme India, ICICI Bank, National Geographic, Tanishq, HP, Pantaloons, Dove, SBI with MS Dhoni, MPL, Kellogg’s Hershey’s Chocos, Colgate with Ranveer Singh, Disney Hotstar, and the Vicks Care Lives On campaign.

Alongside advertising, Kaushal has contributed to several films and series. His cinematography on Gehraiyaan was noted for its atmospheric treatment, while An Action Hero and Mumbai Diaries 26/11 demonstrated his adaptability across genres and scale. He also shot the indie sci-fi feature Cargo, underlining his interest in experimental storytelling.

Kaushal continues to work across advertising and cinema, approaching each project with attention to narrative demands and visual consistency.

Social Media Handles:

• Instagram - @kaushal_dp

• Vimeo - Kaushal Shah