Director

Bikas Ranjan Mishra

Bikas Ranjan Mishra is a screenwriter and director who's made a real mark on Indian independent cinema with his thoughtful, award-winning work. His debut feature *Chauranga* (2016) immediately turned heads in the festival circuit, snagging the India Gold at the prestigious Mumbai Film Festival and the Grand Jury Prize at the Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles. Before that, his project had already earned recognition at Film Bazaar in Goa, showing that Mishra had serious chops even before his first feature hit the screen. What sets Mishra apart is his commitment to storytelling that goes beyond mainstream Bollywood glitz—he's someone who prioritizes narrative depth and meaningful cinema. His work, including the notable *Naach Ganesha*, reflects a director interested in exploring unconventional themes and characters that don't always get the spotlight in Hindi films. Rather than chasing box office numbers, Mishra's carved out a niche in festival circuits and art house cinema, establishing himself as a filmmaker who trusts his audience's intelligence and isn't afraid to take creative risks.