WILD DOC STUDIOS
India
Wildlife and conservation storytelling through documentaries.
Documentary Slate
Our Work
Beyond the Conflict
The unseen aftermath of human-leopard conflict in Mumbai, India, through the interwoven lives of the affected leopards and people who take care of them.
Ohoti: When the tide recedes
In the heart of Mumbai, Pradip Patade, a dedicated marine enthusiast in his late 50s, embarks on one last search to rediscover a long-lost crab species he once documented in 2017.
Swimming in the noise
Project in production. Grant info and story details to be announced.
Collective Collaborators
Meet the Team
Formed by four friends turned collaborators dedicated to wildlife and conservation storytelling through documentaries.
Atharva Raut
Director, Cinematographer, Editor
Atharva is a wildlife and documentary director, cinematographer, and editor based between Mumbai and Bristol. Blending technical expertise with naturalist insights, he enjoys fieldwork as much as crafting impactful stories. He thrives in a collaborative environment but is often believed to be an elusive cat.
Samyak Bhat
Director of Photography, Colorist
Samyak is a Director of Photography who balances life between shooting documentary and commercial films. He specialises in film lighting and color grading and has a ‘mild’ obsession for lenses. Off camera, he’s often found exploring films, food and playing the harmonium.
Gaurav Patil
Marine Biologist & Visual Artist, Director
Gaurav is a marine biologist turned visual artist and filmmaker from Mumbai, working at the intersection of science, conservation and storytelling. Water colours and sketching are his favorite mediums, with a strong inclination towards photography. Writes occasionally, travels often.
Sarang Naik
Wildlife Photographer & Cinematographer
Sarang is an award winning wildlife photographer and cinematographer. His work focusing on urban wildlife and creative nature photography has been published on several international platforms. When he’s not busy behind the camera, he enjoys going on long walks in the city and writing poetry.