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title: "Professional Mughlai & North Indian Food Photography"
description: "Professional food photographer and stylist for Mughlai and North Indian cuisine. Get high-quality menu and advertising images with expert food styling."
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last_updated: 2025-09-15
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# Professional Mughlai & North Indian Food Photography

Tribe Verified · Professional Food Photographer. Travels Across India.

By [Abhishek Khanna](https://mytribe.in/abhishekhanna) · Studio in Gurugram; Travels for shoots across Delhi NCR and India · ₹22K per 4-hour session (estimate)

Part of [Food & Beverage Photography](https://mytribe.in/abhishekhanna/food-beverage-photography). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/abhishekhanna/food-beverage-photography/gallery)

I specialize in capturing the authentic textures and deep colors of North Indian cuisine. From steaming biryanis to rich, creamy curries, my photography is designed to make your menu items look as appetizing on screen as they do on the table.

## Photos and videos

- ![A Hyderabadi chicken biryani, styled with traditional copper and brass serveware for The Nawaab’s. The lighting is crafted to highlight the texture of the rice and the rich color of the chicken.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/67925101-7fdb-4f4e-910f-51716e180aab)
- ![Nalli Nihari, a slow-cooked lamb shank curry, photographed for The Nawaab’s in Hyderabad. The dark, rustic styling complements the rich, traditional nature of this Hyderabadi specialty.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/98d93f1f-2c13-41eb-ade3-014d0874334d)
- ![Freshly grilled chicken kebabs on skewers, captured for Punjab Grill. The focus is on the char marks and juicy texture, making it an ideal shot for a barbecue and tandoori menu.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6015a04c-118c-4a9d-ba03-ee3189491872)
- ![A complete North Indian vegetarian thali for Chhappan Bhog. This overhead shot is composed to display the variety of dishes, including paneer curry, dal makhani, and jeera rice, for menu and advertising use.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f092717d-4cf7-4c85-8f11-20b039940ccd)
- ![A close-up of Chicken-e-Rubaruh, a signature creamy chicken curry. This shot for Rubaruh highlights the rich gravy and tender chicken, styled in traditional brassware to reflect the brand's identity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/53f15b47-23ed-4432-a108-50bb41de0b07)
- ![Mutton-e-Rubaruh, featuring tender mutton chops in a flavorful gravy. The composition for Rubaruh uses classic props to create an authentic, fine-dining atmosphere.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bc710472-d8aa-4b17-92ce-0624be4ee086)
- ![Shahi Paneer photographed for Rakesh Masala. The styling emphasizes the creamy texture and rich color of the gravy, perfect for packaging and recipe features.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7467ad20-6afb-4164-8fc1-5eb3233c7a86)
- ![Dal-e-Rubaruh, a version of Dal Makhani, presented in a traditional setting. The dollop of butter is the focal point, conveying a sense of richness and authentic flavor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/67f4cd09-6ce2-4951-b298-6d3b51f48b46)
- ![A classic vegetarian thali for Grover Sweets, featuring an array of popular North Indian dishes. The flat lay composition provides a clear and comprehensive view for menu purposes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8f28c9bf-5eb0-4bcc-9b99-b19387c2d633)
- ![Chur-Chur Naan served with dal makhani and shahi paneer. This image for Grover Sweets captures a popular and satisfying North Indian meal combination.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b58933c6-e3b1-463c-88d1-29e71323d35d)
- ![Barbecue lamb chops for The Nawaab’s, Hyderabad. The moody lighting and dark wood background create a dramatic effect, emphasizing the perfectly grilled meat.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a84206b7-40eb-434d-a5dd-93d01ebf1f11)
- ![Chicken Gulnaar tikka on skewers, styled with traditional copper bowls and dips for The Nawaab's. The image is composed to look like a classic appetizer serving.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/182f1da6-006a-461f-84ae-7a42473d2e87)
- ![Zafrani Chicken Dum Biryani, focusing on the chicken leg piece over a bed of fragrant rice. This close-up shot for The Nawaab's is designed to be visually impactful.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9232afda-42f7-4a6d-b260-613bcf4c4647)
- ![A wider angle of the Zafrani Chicken Dum Biryani, showing the full serving presentation with raita and salan, providing context for a menu.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8aaa117e-0549-4fa4-ac45-2e4117869ff6)
- ![Hyderabadi Laal Chicken, a spicy red chicken curry. The styling for The Nawaab's uses rustic serveware to enhance the dish's traditional appeal.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2bbf7517-b036-4f2b-9eb5-937b4914c868)
- ![A serving of Keema, or minced meat curry, for The Nawaab's. The focus is on the texture of the dish, captured with precise lighting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/abf61746-9d77-41c7-978e-5a80387b85dd)
- ![Hyderabadi Mutton Marag, a delicate mutton stew, served with Taftan bread. This top-down shot for The Nawaab's shows the complete dish as it would be served.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/99defff3-e1e1-480f-95d4-31def168f816)
- ![Another angle of the Hyderabadi Mutton Marag, providing a clear view of the saffron-infused stew and tender mutton pieces.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ba6efad6-cf16-41b5-bedc-e10c622b8a12)
- ![Mutton Fry with Irani Chai, a breakfast special at The Nawaab's. The composition captures a unique meal pairing, showcasing the restaurant's diverse offerings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3536cccc-864a-47ec-aa01-ca905ddf50d2)
- ![A closer shot of the Mutton Fry, highlighting the texture of the meat and the fresh green chillies.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/17c4c2c0-57a5-4ff0-8469-77972fc898bf)
- ![Gurda Fry, a classic dish, styled with antique-finish props for The Nawaab's to create a rustic and authentic feel.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1aa04ca2-6aa0-4295-9998-d9e888a078bf)
- ![Palak Gurda, a spinach-based curry, presented with naan. The lighting brings out the vibrant green of the spinach gravy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bbe0fce9-6d42-4878-be8b-be6be618384e)
- ![Seekh kebabs served on a traditional silver platter with mint chutney and onions for The Nawaab's.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/54e74dae-ba2e-4180-bf00-f5a328c27b0d)
- ![A variety of grilled meats and vegetables, shot on a grill plate for Punjab Grill to showcase their barbecue offerings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4ec63910-6849-4d8d-8dfa-cc5cf84af430)
- ![A platter of chicken pieces in a thick, savory sauce, photographed for Punjab Grill's menu.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bdeae478-052e-4f01-8031-3b609dc6726d)
- ![A long seekh kebab presented in a cast-iron dish for Punjab Grill, with a focus on the texture and shape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5f564430-cf26-4b39-b8eb-66af59055064)
- ![Skewered and grilled chicken with a vibrant marinade, shot on a grill to emphasize the cooking process for Punjab Grill.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c5196bcb-b8ff-4710-a704-013cc74ddeaf)
- ![Mutton seekh kebabs served with grilled vegetables, styled on a brass platter for Punjab Grill.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1ac51f02-e580-45f2-871c-319ba678c9ba)
- ![A rich and creamy paneer curry for Nazeer Foods, presented in a traditional brass bowl.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0175a862-0c18-4d71-b67e-790a583b62bb)
- ![Crispy fried chicken bites on a wooden board, shot for Nazeer Foods to highlight texture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4f8a7565-265e-4a23-9b62-36da7ae333db)
- ![A hearty mutton nihari with bone-in pieces, garnished with ginger and green chillies for Nazeer Foods.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/61ee4736-e134-460b-9c09-2e94a6611d8a)
- ![A platter of fried chicken lollipops, a popular appetizer, shot for Nazeer Foods.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e482dc27-e206-4981-88c5-2f731552cd88)
- ![A bowl of chili chicken, showcasing a fusion Indo-Chinese dish for Nazeer Foods' menu.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fbea4776-5ffa-4b54-8700-ff1921687cc0)
- ![Mutton seekh kebabs on skewers, plated on a brass dish with lemon and onion rings for Nazeer Foods.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a0a14d4d-87b8-49c0-a8f9-d905ea90a923)
- ![A rustic-styled chicken curry in a traditional bowl, part of my earlier work from 2018, showcasing a consistent quality in Indian food photography.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/85b96a82-1b90-4738-88c5-7ce35b0d014e)
- ![A classic butter chicken presentation for United Coffee House, styled with antique props to match the restaurant's heritage decor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f538b7ec-ff34-4c7c-b130-53d5b38976ba)
- ![A slightly different angle of the butter chicken for United Coffee House, focusing on the texture of the tandoori chicken in the creamy tomato gravy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/42a7091d-e838-459d-be2d-e00855e8185f)
- ![A wide shot of Chicken-e-Rubaruh, showing the dish in context with its branding and serving accompaniments.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/87d2d7e3-1c6b-424c-8f66-5944a2062c0d)
- ![A detailed shot of the Chicken-e-Rubaruh, focusing on the garnishes and the texture of the curry.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c5afd0ba-1ba3-4bd0-a25d-c10f1d7f50b7)
- ![Another perspective of the Chicken-e-Rubaruh, highlighting the fresh mint and lime, suggesting the dish's flavor profile.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/715676e6-1b94-475b-8f7c-2d41708b2f2d)
- ![A close-up of the Mutton-e-Rubaruh, focusing on the tender meat on the bone in a rich gravy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/efc3d1f4-e392-48e5-b0ff-f377f27c9896)
- ![A styled shot of Mutton-e-Rubaruh with dried red chillies and lime, adding color and context.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/567c1b56-ec5a-439f-a910-5c4e7f59fd82)
- ![A full view of the Mutton-e-Rubaruh in its serving bowl, captured for menu and promotional use.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f594b67d-0beb-42b1-ba3a-5a01e2764198)
- ![A shot featuring both the Mutton and Chicken curries from Rubaruh, showcasing their signature dishes together for a campaign.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/80bcee56-e0b4-47b5-9805-621d78601cb5)
- ![Paneer-e-Rubaruh, a vegetarian signature dish, with a focus on the soft paneer triangles in a creamy sauce.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eb950cea-b94c-493d-b259-b37415dd4dde)
- ![A side angle of the Paneer-e-Rubaruh, showing the dish with traditional serveware.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9eacb90f-3fa0-41d1-96f4-a3e293178652)
- ![A styled shot of the Paneer-e-Rubaruh with laccha onions and lime, suggesting accompaniments.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8de063c7-9573-46de-9469-f180c4f33ed5)
- ![A wider composition of the Paneer-e-Rubaruh, suitable for banner images or advertisements.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c7671be6-4f0b-4b6e-bb63-6e499f7a34ea)
- ![A close-up of Dal-e-Rubaruh, focusing on the creamy texture and the side of pickled onions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/782c5af7-9b89-4753-83af-02bcfb35625a)
- ![A styled shot of Dal-e-Rubaruh, emphasizing the dollop of butter and fresh mint garnish.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6eb73d82-a16d-473b-bb08-20f262820389)
- ![A detailed close-up of the Dal-e-Rubaruh, perfect for highlighting the ingredients and texture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f1b12c9a-0c51-4300-89fd-c8851771ead0)
- ![A combination shot of Dal-e-Rubaruh and Paneer-e-Rubaruh, presenting a complete vegetarian meal option for the brand.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/52cc1e38-b9c8-4d97-9ab1-0472b212fb33)
- ![A full leg of lamb biryani, or Raan Biryani, styled for Punjab Grill. This is a showstopper dish, and the photograph is designed to be a hero shot for their menu.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/71142362-89d5-4803-9d0f-a9ff0e589664)
- ![A flavorful chicken pulao with peas and cashews, presented in a traditional handi for Punjab Grill.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/26acc2f6-22fc-4654-bd51-283ba030341f)
- ![A vegetarian jackfruit biryani, styled with fresh mint, for Punjab Grill's diverse menu.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/64a8dcaf-e799-4203-a99a-7815dcd4a0fa)
- ![A unique Gucchi Pulao, made with rare morel mushrooms, photographed to look as exotic and premium as it tastes for Punjab Grill.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/884aa253-114a-4cce-83d9-be953f3af769)
- ![A simple yet elegant presentation of dal with steamed rice for Punjab Grill.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ae491e5b-bbba-4e81-ab74-da187f2610af)
- ![A vibrant chicken curry prepared for a Rakesh Masala product shoot, styled to look like a home-cooked meal.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fc1e372a-2904-43f7-8e97-fc9a6fd155d0)
- ![A South Indian sambar with idlis, styled with a copper pot of turmeric powder for a Rakesh Masala shoot.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/49c1595b-7718-4c38-b702-ec55061f8b2a)
- ![A bowl of chana masala with bhatura, shot for Rakesh Masala with a dark, rustic theme.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/db4fd384-0a2b-423b-9868-850b5de47b96)

## About Mughlai & North Indian Cuisine

Most photographers just show up with a camera. I bring a full studio setup to your kitchen—lighting, backdrops, and props—to handle everything from plating and garnishing to the final shot. I ensure your dishes look exactly as they should on the plate: fresh, juicy, and ready for your menu.

Shooting North Indian and Mughlai cuisine presents specific challenges. These dishes, including rich gravies, charred kebabs, and delicate biryanis, require precise lighting to show texture rather than just a flat image. My process is technical and rigorous.

Using the Canon EOS R5 and dedicated macro lenses, I capture details like the grain of the rice, the char marks on a kebab, or the glaze on a curry. My workflow is not just about the camera; it is about the kitchen. I work on-site, whether it is a busy café or a high-end kitchen, and I bring my own lighting, including 120cm Octaboxes and specific modifiers, to control the mood and contrast.

My approach to food styling is fundamental to the result. I handle plating adjustments, cleaning edges, and using techniques like oil brushing to keep ingredients looking fresh under studio lights. For clients like The Nawaab’s, Punjab Grill, and Rubaruh, I have built workflows that are efficient enough not to disrupt your daily operations while delivering high-impact images for print menus, delivery platforms, and advertising campaigns.

Whether you need a full menu catalog or hero images for a billboard, I provide the technical expertise and the styling to make your food stand out. I am available for on-location shoots throughout Delhi NCR and can travel across India for larger projects.

## About Abhishek Khanna

I am Abhishek Khanna. My camera is my main tool, but my hands do just as much work styling the plate. I do not just capture images; I make sure the food looks exactly as tempting as it tastes.

[See all of Abhishek Khanna's services](https://mytribe.in/abhishekhanna)

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