Modhura Palit ISC
Cinematographer
Director of Photography
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"With a decade of experience in the film industry, I am a dedicated cinematographer passionate about capturing the essence of stories through the lens. Based in Kolkata and Mumbai, I actively seek collaborations with creative individuals to bring innovative and impactful visuals to life. Since my career began in 2017, I have had the privilege of working on diverse projects across various genres. My commitment to pushing creative boundaries and embracing challenges has allowed me to evolve as an artist and contribute to the cinematic landscape."
About Modhura
How it all started
A distinguished cinematographer with a prolific career spanning over a decade, Modhura Palit has made significant contributions to the Indian film industry. She holds a degree in Cinematography from the prestigious Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI) and is a member of the Indian Society of Cinematographers (ISC), the Indian Women Cinematographers Collective (IWCC), and the Eastern India Cinematographers Association (EICA). With a portfolio spanning over 30 short films, TV commercials, documentaries, corporate films, and feature films, her work encompasses a diverse range of genres and styles.Her projects have received both critical and commercial acclaim, earning multiple awards at national and international film festivals. Recognized as the leading female cinematographer in Eastern India, she is committed to advancing gender inclusion in the technical aspects of filmmaking, inspiring the next generation of women professionals in the industry.
Experience
Awards and Accolades
PESGSPC" Honorary Membership for the Outstanding Contribution to International Art Photography by Cyprus Pascal English School and Greek School Photography Club and the PESGSPC Grand Progress Award "GPA - By FIAP (Fédération Internationale de l'Art Photographique)
AWARD
PESGCPC Grand Progress Award
AWARD
PESGCPC Grand Progress Award
Was a fellow of AFA 2015. Asian Film Academy (AFA) is an educational program hosted by Busan International Film Festival, Dongseo University and Busan Film Commission to foster young Asian talents and build their networks throughout Asia. Over the past 10 years, 241 alumni from 29 countries have been standing out in filmmaking field all over the Asia and in the prestigious festivals throughout the world.
The promising fellows from all over Asia participate in various AFA programs, including short film production, workshops, and master classes. The two short films completed by the fellows are officially presented at the 20th Busan International Film Festival. While participating in the programs, the fellows rediscover themselves and share their passion towards films which goes far beyond the differences in their experiences and cultural backgrounds.
EXPERIENCE
Asian Film Academy
EXPERIENCE
Asian Film Academy
AWARD
Pierre Angénieux Excellens in Cinematography
AWARD
Pierre Angénieux Excellens in Cinematography
Special Encouragement Award Cannes 2019
The Pierre Angenieux ExcelLens in Cinematography ceremony at the Festival de Cannes recognised the work of young and upcoming cinematographer Modhura Palit through the prestigious Angenieux Special Encouragement Award, which was given to Cecile Zhang from China in 2018. In 2019 in a similar vein for India; Modhura Palit, the cinematographer based in Kolkata, is the recipient of the Angenieux Special Encouragement award, making her the first Indian — and first Indian woman — to be recognised in this category.
Participated as representing India as Part of the global Looking China 2015 Youth film Project. Travelled to China and Directed, Shot, Edited, and Produced a short documentary in a 18 day time frame. Made as a film to explore China and Chinese culture, the film received 2nd Runner up award. The project is organised by AICCC and Beijing Normal University in association with Ghizhou University. Was part of the 10 member Indian team as one of the 100 filmmakers from all over the globe.
EXPERIENCE
Looking China
Youth Film
Project
EXPERIENCE
EXPERIENCE
Looking China
Youth Film
Project
EXPERIENCE
Berlinale Talents 2023
Berlinale Talents is the talent summit and networking programme of the Berlin International Film Festival (also called Berlinale). An annual summit and networking platform for 200 outstanding creatives from the fields of film and drama series, the events take place in February at the three venues of HAU Hebbel am Ufer Theatre in Berlin-Kreuzberg; making it the biggest talent summits in the world. The event is supported and funded by the Minister of State for Culture and the Media, Creative Europe - MEDIA programme of the European Union and Medienboard Berlin-Brandenburg, along with the Federal Foreign Office and Goethe-Institut, who have supported it since its establishment. An international committee selects 200 talents, inviting them to Berlin. Berlinale Talents supports the participants, who are generally in the first ten years of their career, in positioning themselves in the filmmaking industry. The camera studio is exclusively funded in partnership with ARRI.
Modhura Palit, a skilled cinematographer, was honoured with the Sera Bangali Award in 2024, recognizing her significant contributions to the fields of arts and culture. This prestigious award, presented by ABP Ananda, highlights individuals who have made a meaningful impact in various domains.
Her achievement at the Sera Bangali Awards underscores her exceptional talent, artistic vision, and dedication to her craft. Modhura's work has consistently impressed both audiences and critics, earning her accolades at numerous national and international film festivals.
As one of India's leading female cinematographers, Modhura has broken barriers and inspired aspiring women filmmakers. Her commitment to high standards and innovative storytelling has enriched the Indian film industry.
The Sera Bangali Award is a well-deserved recognition for Modhura Palit, whose remarkable contributions continue to inspire and captivate. Her influence in cinema will undoubtedly leave a lasting mark.
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Honoured at Sera Bangali Awards 2024
Cinematography Showreel 2019 - Modhura Palit
Cinematography Showreel 2024 - Modhura Palit
Cinematography Showreel 2017 - Modhura Palit
Cinematography Showreel 2015 - Modhura Palit
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Honoured at the Sera Bangali Awards 2024
Modhura Palit, a skilled cinematographer, was honoured with the Sera Bangali Award in 2024, recognizing her significant contributions to the fields of arts and culture. This prestigious award, presented by ABP Ananda, highlights individuals who have made a meaningful impact in various domains.
Her achievement at the Sera Bangali Awards underscores her exceptional talent, artistic vision, and dedication to her craft. Modhura's work has consistently impressed both audiences and critics, earning her accolades at numerous national and international film festivals.
As one of India's leading female cinematographers, Modhura has broken barriers and inspired aspiring women filmmakers. Her commitment to high standards and innovative storytelling has enriched the Indian film industry.
The Sera Bangali Award is a well-deserved recognition for Modhura Palit, whose remarkable contributions continue to inspire and captivate. Her influence in cinema will undoubtedly leave a lasting mark.
Cinematographer Modhura Palit lives the Cannes dream back home too
Her selection and journey to the most coveted Cannes has been like a dream. Modhura Palit, the 28-year-old Kolkata girl, has become the first Indian to have received the 2019 Angenieux Special Encouragement at the Pierre Angenieux ExcelLens... More
At Cannes, Modhura Palit gets India its moment in the sun
India had a brief moment in the sun at the Cannes Film Festival on Friday night when the young Indian director of photography, Modhura Palit, was given a special encouragement award during the Pierre Angénieux ExcelLens in Cinematography... More
Cinematographer Modhura Palit on being the first Indian to receive the Angenieux award at Cannes
2018 was a landmark year in cinema for young artists behind the camera: The Pierre Angenieux ExcelLens in Cinematography ceremony at the Festival de Cannes recognised the work of young and upcoming cinematographers for the first time through the prestigious Angenieux Special Encouragement Award... More
Zero-power glasses to awards: The womaniya of Indian cinema
The film industry has been male-dominated for decades, but more and more women are paving their way into it and creating space for other women. Guneet Monga, Ekta Kapoor, Kiran Rao, Sarita Tanwar, Jasleen Royal and Modhura Palit decode what it takes to beat gender biases and succeed.... More
A gaze of her own | Cinema
With no films at Cannes this year, the current state of Indian cinema is lamentable, but its future, the film festival signalled, might indeed be bright. All of 28, Kolkata-based cinematographer Modhura Palit was handpicked by Angénieux... More
Depth of field
When Modhura Palit received an email from the Cannes Film Festival notifying her that she’d won the second Pierre Angénieux ExcelLens in Cinematography Special Encouragement award — the first Indian to do so... More
Making waves at Cannes Film Festival
Although this year’s Cannes Film Festival wasn’t a huge affair as far as Indian films are concerned, 28-year-old Modhura Palit, a Kolkata-based cinematographer, made waves by becoming the first Indian to receive the Angenieux Special Encouragement Award... More
Breaking Into a Male Bastion: Meet Modhura Palit, the Cinematographer Who Created History at Cannes!
Modhura Palit was at a shoot when an email flashed on her mobile screen. She ignored it, thinking it was spam and continued filming.
It wasn’t until the members of Indian Women Cinematographers’ Collective reprimanded her for not responding to the email that she realised what she had received... More
Cannes 2019 diary: Kolkata filmmaker Modhura Palit on meeting French cinematographer Bruno Delbonne
THIS YEAR’S CANNES Film Festival made it to social media timelines for a number of reasons. And, if city girl Modhura Palit wasn’t one of those reasons, you might just be hooked onto on the wrong radar... More
Modhura Palit On Breaking Cinematography’s Glass Ceiling | Women's Day Special
“When you control the camera, you can play God,” says Modhura Palit, one of the few women cinematographers, who work across Indian film industries. “It is a liberating experience.” Palit—known for her work in films like Amar Colony (2022), Aator (2017) and Bahadur (2023)—has had to face many challenges as one of the few women to break into a male-dominated territory... More
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