Director of Photography
As a prominent Indian cinematographer working internationally in advertising, feature films,
and music videos, Tapan Basu, ISC, is well-regarded for his talent in creating captivating and
memorable visuals, leaving a significant mark on the industry.
Tapan Basu’s career has been distinguished by a series of accolades for his cinematographic
work on advertising films for a diverse array of national and international brands and
production houses. His achievements include winning prestigious awards such as the Spike
Asia Singapore, ABBYs, and the Kyoorius Advertising Award, as well as earning spots on the
shortlists for highly esteemed awards like the One Show New York and Cannes Lions.
In 2016, Tapan Basu filmed Kahaani 2, a mystery-thriller starring Vidya Balan. He followed
this with the cinematography for Romeo Akbar Walter (R.A.W.) in 2019, a film featured in both
American Cinematographer and Cinematography Art Magazine. He also shot a music video
directed by Sam Spiegel (Sam i).
Beyond his achievements in feature films, Tapan Basu has also made his mark in television
and streaming media. He was the cinematographer for Class, the Indian adaptation of Elite for
Netflix, and also worked on the short film Lust Stories Season 2, featuring prominent actors
Kajol and Kumudh Mishra.
His most recent project is Dream Girl, a film for the US-based horror anthology franchise
V/H/S for Shudder, which will be released in October 2024.
Tapan Basu's dedication to his craft and his ability to bring stories to life through his lens have
solidified his reputation as a talented and sought-after cinematographer in the industry. To learn more about Tapan Basu and his work, you can visit his website at http://www.tapanbasu.com.