Biography
Krishan, an esteemed filmmaker, showcased his directorial brilliance through a web-series produced by Endemol shine India, a testament to his creative prowess. Notably, he directed acclaimed talents Rajesh Tailang and Vidya Malvade in pivotal roles, establishing his directorial finesse. The series is scheduled to come out soon.
Further enriching his creative legacy, Krishan helmed the riveting dark comedy "2100 ft," featuring the legendary Naseeruddin Shah. This film garnered a Filmfare nomination, adding another laurel to Krishan's name. The charming comedy "The Elephant in the Room," starring Daisy Shah, is another feather in Krishan's cap. His adept direction brought Daisy's comedic talents to the forefront.
Among Krishan's notable accomplishments, his directorial debut "Rebellious Flower" shines brilliantly. It secured the esteemed Best Director Jury Award at Italy's Salento International Film Festival. Released in January 2016, it graced screens across India, Nairobi, Australia, Nepal, and more. The film's cinematic excellence was further validated by its victory in securing the Best Original Score at The Tenerife International Music Film Festival, held yearly in Santa Cruz, Canary Islands. The discerning jury, led by Emmy laureate Richard Bellis, was captivated by its entrancing essence. In a competitive field of 1,261 submissions, "Rebellious Flower" stood tall, leaving an indelible mark.
Krishan's captivating storytelling extends to his short films, a portfolio of 25 gems. Among these, "The Last Audition" earned its place within the anthology 'Shuruaat Ka Interval.' Premiering in 2014 under PVR's banner in India, it ventured further by representing India at the esteemed Hanoi International Film Festival in 2015. Another notable creation, "Malota," achieved the esteemed status of a finalist at the acclaimed Filmfare Awards in 2019.
Awards & Accolades:
"Rebellious Flower": Winner - Inspirational Feature, Cinema World Fest Awards 2017, Ontario, Canada Winner - Best Original Score, Fimucinema 2017, Canary Islands, Spain Winner - Best Director Jury Award, Salento International Film Festival 2015, Italy Winner - Best Debutant Director, LCIFF - Lake City International Film Festival Finalist - ISFFI - International Spiritual Film Festival Semi-Finalist - SIFF - Southeastern International Film Festival, USA Official Selection - Nisville Movie Summit 2017, Serbia Official Selection - Grand Indiewise Convention 2017, Miami, Florida, USA Official Selection - Lumiere Cinemavvenire Film Festival 2015, Rome, Italy Official Selection - 10th Tel Aviv Spirit Film Festival, Israel Official Selection - Wiper Film Festival 2015, New York, USA
"The Last Audition": Official Selection - Best of India Short Film Festival 2018, California, USA Finalist - HANIFF 2015, Vietnam Official Selection - Wiper Film Festival 2015, New York, USA Official Selection - Visionaria 2015, Italy.
