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Rajeev Ravi

Born February 15, 1973 · Kochi, Kerala, India (age 53)

Rajeev Ravi (born February 15, 1973) is an Indian cinematographer, director, and producer known for his contributions to both Malayalam and Hindi cinema. He began his career as a cinematographer, gaining recognition for his realistic and naturalistic style, which often uses natural light and minimalistic setups to create a raw, authentic look. Rajeev Ravi is best known for his collaborations with …

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Toxic

MovieActionCrime

A powerful drug cartel pulls the strings behind a facade of sun-soaked beaches as a gritty, violent underworld power struggle emerges during the crumbling of Portuguese colonial rule.

Gangs of Wasseypur - Part 1

Gangs of Wasseypur - Part 1 · 2012

Gangs of Wasseypur - Part 1

MovieActionThriller

In 1970s India, Sardar Khan vows to take revenge on the man who killed his father decades earlier.

Bombay Talkies

Bombay Talkies · 2013

MovieDramaRomance

One hundred years of Hindi cinema is celebrated in four short stories showcasing the power of film.

Andhadhun

Andhadhun · 2018

MovieCrimeMystery

A series of mysterious events changes the life of a blind pianist who now must report a crime that was actually never witnessed by him.

Naa Peru Surya - Naa Illu India

Naa Peru Surya - Naa Illu India · 2018

Naa Peru Surya - Naa Illu India

MovieActionDrama

Despite having serious anger management issues, Surya, an Indian Army officer is a brilliant officer but when anger takes control of him he is impossible to subdue. In spite of this issue, he achieves his goal of serving the country by overcoming the hurdles.

Maharaj

Maharaj · 2024

MovieDramaHistory

Based on a real-life historic court case, a bold journalist questions a revered leader's immoral behavior.

Udta Punjab

Udta Punjab · 2016

MovieCrimeDrama

Drug abuse and the darker side of Punjab rear their heads in the intense, interwoven tales of a policeman, a doctor, a migrant worker, and a rockstar.

Gangs of Wasseypur - Part 2

Gangs of Wasseypur - Part 2 · 2012

Gangs of Wasseypur - Part 2

MovieCrimeThriller

After the death of his father and brother Danish, Faizal Khan vows to take revenge by destroying Ramadhir Singh's gang.

Filmography

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Toxic

MovieActionCrime

A powerful drug cartel pulls the strings behind a facade of sun-soaked beaches as a gritty, violent underworld power struggle emerges during the crumbling of Portuguese colonial rule.

Director of Photography

Gangs of Wasseypur - Part 1

Gangs of Wasseypur - Part 1 · 2012

Gangs of Wasseypur - Part 1

MovieActionThriller

In 1970s India, Sardar Khan vows to take revenge on the man who killed his father decades earlier.

Director of Photography

Bombay Talkies

Bombay Talkies · 2013

MovieDramaRomance

One hundred years of Hindi cinema is celebrated in four short stories showcasing the power of film.

Director of Photography

Andhadhun

Andhadhun · 2018

MovieCrimeMystery

A series of mysterious events changes the life of a blind pianist who now must report a crime that was actually never witnessed by him.

Director of Photography

Naa Peru Surya - Naa Illu India

Naa Peru Surya - Naa Illu India · 2018

Naa Peru Surya - Naa Illu India

MovieActionDrama

Despite having serious anger management issues, Surya, an Indian Army officer is a brilliant officer but when anger takes control of him he is impossible to subdue. In spite of this issue, he achieves his goal of serving the country by overcoming the hurdles.

Director of Photography

Maharaj

Maharaj · 2024

MovieDramaHistory

Based on a real-life historic court case, a bold journalist questions a revered leader's immoral behavior.

Director of Photography

Udta Punjab

Udta Punjab · 2016

MovieCrimeDrama

Drug abuse and the darker side of Punjab rear their heads in the intense, interwoven tales of a policeman, a doctor, a migrant worker, and a rockstar.

Director of Photography

Gangs of Wasseypur - Part 2

Gangs of Wasseypur - Part 2 · 2012

Gangs of Wasseypur - Part 2

MovieCrimeThriller

After the death of his father and brother Danish, Faizal Khan vows to take revenge by destroying Ramadhir Singh's gang.

Director of Photography

Cuttputlli

Cuttputlli · 2022

MovieCrimeMystery

When a small town gets plunged into the nightmare of serial killings, rookie cop Arjan embarks on a chase for the truth and unravels a gruesome conspiracy.

Director of Photography

Dev.D

MovieComedyDrama

Dev, after spurning his childhood love Paro due to a misunderstanding, turns to drugs and alcohol for solace. Paro moves on but Dev remains in remorse. He then meets Chanda, an escort navigating her own past trauma, but Dev’s chauvinistic attitude and penchant for self-destruction stands in the way of their developing bond.

Director of Photography

Virus

MovieDramaThriller

A real life account of the deadly Nipah virus outbreak in Kerala, and the courageous fight put on by several individuals which helped to contain the epidemic.

Director of Photography

No Smoking

No Smoking · 2007

MovieThrillerDrama

A heavily addicted smoker is unprepared for the true price he must pay when he asks a guru's help to kick the habit.

Director of Photography

Bell Bottom

Bell Bottom · 2021

MovieActionThriller

By the early ‘80s, India had already witnessed multiple airplane hijacks. In 1984, the country was made to face another such challenge. BellBottom, a RAW Agent, sees through the plan and thus begins India's first overseas covert operation. An operation, lead by a forgotten hero, that went on to create one of the most defining moments for India.

Director of Photography

Hypnothesis

Hypnothesis · 1996

MovieComedyCrime

A man leaves his house. Another applies for leave in his office. A third finishes his tea. Another gets himself shaved. All four are fresh entrants in the world of crime: kidnapping to be more precise. But the father of the kidnapped boy refuses to pay up. The son has already played this trick before and collected good ransom. The father does not believe this time it is a real thing; The kidnappers get desperate. The son has in idea. The plot thickens.

Assistant Camera

Children of the Sun

Children of the Sun · 2023

Children of the Sun

MovieHistoryDrama

In 1814, a nobleman from the Kandian Kingdom of Sri Lanka helped the British army to revolt against the king of Southern India, but was driven to a traitor. His wives have to choose between committing suicide or marrying outcasts. Instead of suicide, young and beautiful Tikiri chooses to marry an untouchable, named Vijaya.

Director of Photography

Classmates

Classmates · 2006

MovieMysteryRomance

Years after graduating from college, a few friends from across the world decide to get together for a reunion. But on the night of the reunion, one of them attempts suicide and goes into a coma.

Director of Photography

5 Sundarikal

5 Sundarikal · 2013

MovieFamilyRomance

Five women, Anikha, Isha, Gauri, Kullante and Aami, undergo life-changing experiences with regard to love.

Director of Photography

Bombay Velvet

Bombay Velvet · 2015

MovieCrimeThriller

An ordinary man, who goes against all odds to forge his own destiny and become a star in the glittering sky of 'Bombay,' thriving on jazz and violence.

Director of Photography

Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum

Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum · 2017

Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum

MovieComedyDrama

Prasad and Sreeja are a couple planning to set up a new life in Kasargod. On a bus journey they end up being robbed by a thief also named Prasad and this lands them up in a police station.

Director of Photography

Mukkabaaz

Mukkabaaz · 2018

A low caste boxer, Shravan, trains at a gym controlled by a local Don, Mishra. Shravan falls for Mishra's niece, Sunaina. Mishra does not approve of this match. Shravan strives to win Sunaina's hand in marriage and become a successful boxer while trying to avoid retaliation from Mishra.

Director of Photography

Monsoon Shootout

Monsoon Shootout · 2017

Monsoon Shootout

A rookie cop joins the crime branch of the Mumbai police department, and on his first assignment is faced with the dilemma of whether he should shoot a murder suspect who is attempting to escape or not.

Director of Photography

Kammatti Paadam

Kammatti Paadam · 2016

Kammatti Paadam

MovieDramaAction

Krishnan, who has been living away from his family and friends in Mumbai, gets a call from his friend Ganga in Kerala, out of the blue. He senses danger, and leaves for Kammattipadam, where both of them grew up.

Director

Annayum Rasoolum

Annayum Rasoolum · 2013

Annayum Rasoolum

MovieDramaRomance

A taxi driver, Rasool and a salesgirl, Anna fall in love with each other. But soon their union is put to question when Anna persuades Rasool to convert to Christianity.

Director

That Girl in Yellow Boots

That Girl in Yellow Boots · 2011

That Girl in Yellow Boots

MovieCrimeDrama

An Anglo-Indian woman works in a seedy Mumbai massage parlor while trying to find her long-lost father.

Director of Photography

Kanneda

Kanneda · 2025

Against the backdrop of 1990s Toronto, a Punjabi singer's journey from street performer to rising star leads him into dangerous territory.

Director of Photography

Kankhajura

Kankhajura · 2025

SeriesDramaCrime

In the crime-drama thriller 'Kankhajura' starring Roshan Mathew, Mohit Raina, and Sarah Jane Dias, Ashu's return after being imprisoned shatters his brother Max's life. Bound by blood and fractured by crime, the two are ensnared in a shadowy web of secrets and ruthless predators as they confront their tangled past. Bringing to you Kankhajura - Andar se khaneko tayyar hai!

Director of Photography