--- title: "Creative Short Film Direction & Narrative Storytelling in Pune" description: "Expert narrative short film direction by Ashish Gurbani. From script to screen, I craft cinematic brand stories and creative films. Let's create." canonical: https://mytribe.in/ashishgurbani/commercial-film-direction/creative-storytelling-short-films last_updated: 2025-09-26 --- # Creative Short Film Direction and Narrative Storytelling Tribe Verified · Directed narrative films shot in Prague By [Ashish Gurbani](https://mytribe.in/ashishgurbani) · Studio in Pune; Travels across India for projects · ₹90K per project (estimate) Part of [Commercial & Film Direction](https://mytribe.in/ashishgurbani/commercial-film-direction). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/ashishgurbani/commercial-film-direction/gallery) I translate ideas into moving stories, whether it is a high-end commercial or a narrative short film. My focus is on clean, cinematic direction that captures the grit and the magic of real life. ## Photos and videos - [Video: The official trailer for "CHIPS TO DIE FOR," my debut short film. I wanted to create a quirky, relatable story about the pressures of the creative industry. This trailer gives you a feel for the film's comedic tone and visual style, which we developed on location in Prague.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/96c6d15a-c56b-48a5-bfbf-489f8c3d70da) - ![The official poster for my short film, "CHIPS TO DIE FOR." The image of the main character walking alone captures the central theme of a creative professional searching for inspiration. This single frame was designed to tell a story and entice viewers to watch the full film.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7225224f-0c4f-433c-a8ca-276ae652c34b) ## About Creative Storytelling: Short Films I do not just point a camera and record. My directing process is an end to end journey, starting from your core idea and building the screenplay, visual storyboard, and final edit around it. Whether it is a luxury brand film or a narrative short, I obsess over the pacing, the sync sound, and the character beats to make sure the final result feels alive. ### From Concept to Final Cut My background in ten years of luxury photography dictates how I direct films. I look for the same precision in a narrative short that I do in a high-end product shoot. Every film I direct, such as my short 'Chips to Die For' which we shot on the streets of Prague, is built on a specific rhythm and visual language. ### The Process - **Pre-Production:** We start with the script and visual storyboard. I don't film until the shot division is locked. - **Production:** Depending on the project, I bring in my team including DOPs, Gaffers, and Art Directors. We use cinema-grade gear like RED or Arri Alexa Mini to ensure the final output meets a theatrical standard. We record on-location sync sound to capture the reality of the moment. - **Post-Production:** This is where the story truly comes together. I work on narrative editing, licensed music curation, and studio-level color grading to achieve that cinematic, high-contrast look. ### My Approach to Narrative I specialize in clean, cinematic brand storytelling. My goal is to make your film fit your brand story, not just act as a filler video. If you are looking for a director who manages the chaos, obsesses over the lighting, and ensures the screenplay actually lands, we should talk. My approach is collaborative, direct, and focused on making your vision a reality on screen. ## About Ashish Gurbani I treat every film like a passion project, even if it is a high-end brand commercial. I do not just shoot; I craft the narrative from the first script draft to the final color grade, bringing a decade of luxury photography experience to every frame. [See all of Ashish Gurbani's services](https://mytribe.in/ashishgurbani) ## More from Commercial & Film Direction by Ashish Gurbani - [Featured](https://mytribe.in/ashishgurbani/commercial-film-direction/featured) - [Brand & Commercial Films](https://mytribe.in/ashishgurbani/commercial-film-direction/brand-commercial-films) - [Conceptual Shoots & Talent Direction](https://mytribe.in/ashishgurbani/commercial-film-direction/conceptual-shoots-talent-direction) - [Behind the Scenes: The Process](https://mytribe.in/ashishgurbani/commercial-film-direction/behind-the-scenes-the-process) ## More services by Ashish Gurbani - [Advertising & Campaign Photography](https://mytribe.in/ashishgurbani/advertising-campaign-photography) - [Luxury Product Photography](https://mytribe.in/ashishgurbani/luxury-product-photography) ## Similar work from other experts - [Cinematic Music Video & Film Production](https://mytribe.in/vikyyclicks/music-video-production/featured) by VikyyClicks · Music Video Production · Based in Delhi NCR; Travels across India for shoots - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns That Tell a Story](https://mytribe.in/devanshi.15/brand-campaign-creative-direction-styling/cinematic-narratives) by Devanshi Tuli · Brand Campaign Creative Direction & Styling · Takes campaigns in Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and across India - [Fashion in Motion and Cinematic Campaigns](https://mytribe.in/atulguptaaaaaa/fashion-commercial-photography/fashion-in-motion) by Atul Gupta · Fashion & Commercial Photography · Shoots across Delhi NCR; travels pan-India for projects - [Narrative Choreography and Creative Movement Direction](https://mytribe.in/shohinidutta_official/creative-mentorship-consultation/featured) by Shohini Dutta · Creative Mentorship & Consultation · Available online and across India - [Narrative Fashion Editorials: Cinematic Storytelling for Brands](https://mytribe.in/victoriakrundysheva/creative-direction-fashion-photography/narrative-fashion-editorials) by Victoria Krundysheva · Creative Direction & Fashion Photography · Shoots across Mumbai; travels pan-India for campaigns and editorials - [Professional Commercial Videography and Fashion Film Production](https://mytribe.in/vipingaur/cinematography-video-production/featured) by Vipin Gaur · Cinematography & Video Production · Shoots across India; Studio in Panaji ## Book To book Ashish Gurbani, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%2C%20I'm%20looking%20for%20Commercial%20%26%20Film%20Direction%20by%20Ashish%20Gurbani.) 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