Ashish was born in the year 1981 in the vibrant city of Mumbai, India, where he spent his formative years growing up in the bustling neighborhood of Vakola, Santacruz. With a solid foundation in commercial art, Ashish went on to pursue a career as a creative director, working for various esteemed ad agencies for a period of six years.
However, his creative horizons were soon expanded when he joined the renowned filmmaker Anurag Kashyap in 2007 as the creative head for his film 'Dev.D'. This marked the beginning of a new chapter in Ashish's career, as he went on to direct a trilogy of short films, a plethora of ad films, and documentaries that showcased his versatility as a filmmaker.
Ashish's show, 'Candy', received widespread acclaim and was awarded the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke award for best series. Furthermore, his documentary '26/11 Inside Mumbai Terror Attack', which he directed for the National Geographic channel, earned him the coveted best director award at the Indian Telly Awards in 2010.
Throughout his illustrious career, Ashish has demonstrated his ability to tackle a wide range of genres and mediums, directing films and web series for mainstream platforms. His upcoming collaborations with exciting studios for feature films promise to be just as exciting, as he continues to push the boundaries of his craft and leave a lasting impact on the world of Indian cinema.
