Behind the Lens: My Photography Gear and Process in Mumbai

I believe gear is a tool, not the magician. My style relies on being quick and unobtrusive. Whether I am shooting a Bharatanatyam Arangetram or a corporate launch, I want the audience to notice the performance, not my camera.

I use Sony Alpha full-frame cameras. They handle low light remarkably well, which is essential for indoor events or late-evening portraits where you do not want to use a harsh flash. For video, the Moza Aircross S is my go-to. It is compact, which means I can get angles others might struggle with, especially when filming cinematic B-roll at store openings or weddings.

I carry a mix of prime lenses and telephoto glass. Primes give me that soft, creamy background blur for portraits, while my telephoto lens is what I use to capture raw emotions from a distance. It lets me observe a candid moment without interrupting it. That is the key to my photography. If you are comfortable, the photos will look natural. My process is simple: I prepare the gear based on the environment so I can focus entirely on the subject, not the settings.