Arushi Upadhyaya
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
For Arushi, filmmaking began as a spontaneous experiment, a way to explore her creativity beyond the pages of her poetry and short stories. Initially drawn to the world of cinema by her love for storytelling, she found herself captivated by the intricacies of bringing a narrative to life on screen. What started as a far-fetched dream soon blossomed into a fervent passion. She immersed herself in learning every aspect of the craft, from writing and screenplay development to cinematography and post-production. Each step felt like unearthing a new layer of her artistic identity. She found that writing for film demanded a different rhythm than her previous creative endeavors. To her, it was beyond intriguing to watch the delicate balance of creativity and technicality come together in the creation of art. Filmmaking transformed from a mere hobby into an all-consuming passion, igniting a desire to tell stories that create impact and compel.
