Keshhav Panneriy is a multifaceted and innovative filmmaker with a rich background in theatre and over a decade of professional experience in filmmaking. His artistic journey began at the tender age of five, when he debuted as an actor on stage, and he further honed his skills at the National School of Drama in 1996.
Panneriy's passion for theatre led him to perform in the acclaimed play 'Shakaar' at Kolkata's renowned NANDIKAR theatre festival in 2000. His commitment to his craft and desire for continuous growth have driven him to participate in various international workshops, broadening his artistic horizons.
With formal qualifications in Film Direction & Cinematography from the Toronto Film School, Canada, and the International Academy of Design & Technology, USA, Panneriy approaches filmmaking as a powerful medium for creative expression and imaginative storytelling. He is a visionary filmmaker with a wealth of innovative ideas, and he is passionate about pushing creative boundaries and exploring new artistic frontiers.
Throughout his career, Panneriy has directed a diverse range of projects, including India's first Real 3D stereoscopic musical short, "Eternal Love", and the Indian feature film 'Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai', which received a worldwide release in 2017. He has also directed international productions, such as the Australian English feature film "Endangered Earth" and the American English feature film "Soulfully Yours".
Panneriy's upcoming projects include the English-Hindi bilingual feature film "CHAOS", starring Gulshan Grover, Arbaaz Khan, Sunny Leone, Rohan Mehra, Amarjit Singh, and Sushmita Singh (Miss Teen World 2019),as well as the Indian feature films "Preet", "Monster", "Dimensions of love", and "I love your Wife", which are currently in pre-production.
His film "CATFIGHT" has garnered significant international recognition, earning over 109 International Awards as of March 2025 in the festival circuit.
