Red Carpet & Awards Backstage Photography
High-stakes events don't mean blurry photos. I bring a full studio setup directly to your red carpet or awards gala, delivering magazine-grade portraits while the show is still running.
A quick look at my team setting up and shooting at the Lokmat Most Stylish Awards. We bring a full studio setup to any location to deliver flawless celebrity portraits.
The final shot of Shilpa Shetty in a stunning mermaid gown. We ensure every detail, from the lighting to the pose, aligns with the star's personal brand and the event's glamour.
A full-length portrait of Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D'Souza. Our on-site studio allows us to capture both candid interactions and posed, editorial-style photographs.
A powerful portrait of Shehnaaz Gill for the Lokmat Digital Creator Awards. We use custom backdrops and lighting to create a distinct mood for each personality we photograph.
Capturing the unique style of MC Stan. My experience allows me to quickly build rapport with artists and public figures to get authentic shots that reflect their persona.
The official winner's graphic featuring our portrait of Shilpa Shetty. Our event photography package includes creating assets ready for digital promotion and press releases.
About Red Carpet & Awards Backstage
When we are backstage at a red carpet event, I don't just stand around hoping for a good candid. We haul a full studio lighting rig right into the venue. This is how we get those clean, magazine-quality portraits of celebrities while the chaos is happening just ten feet away. You get a controlled photoshoot environment in the middle of a high-energy gala.
Backstage at an awards show is usually a madhouse, but my team turns that noise into a production zone. Whether it's the Lokmat Most Stylish Awards or a private gala, we arrive with a full crew of 6 to 8 professionals, including photographers, a floor manager, and an on-site data wrangler.
We don't just snap photos; we build a studio on location. My team sets up professional-grade studio lighting and backdrops so every celebrity, VIP, or winner gets a sharp, well-lit portrait that looks like it was shot in a studio, not a hallway.
What you get when we run the show:
- Real-time delivery: I know press and social media teams can't wait days. My on-site editor handles real-time transfers so your images are ready for digital promotion and press releases almost immediately.
- Professional Direction: I personally direct the posing. We work fast, giving clear instructions to talent so we maximize the 2 to 3 minutes we often get with high-profile guests.
- Multi-Zone Coverage: We don't just stick to the backdrop. My crew splits up to cover red carpet arrivals, stage performances, and backstage interactions simultaneously.
We provide full commercial buyout rights for your brand, so you can use these assets on billboards, in print ads, or on TV without worrying about copyright headaches. If you have an upcoming event in Mumbai or across India, my team is ready to scale up and take the production stress off your plate.
Shruti Tejwani
I’m Shruti, and for the last 20 years, I’ve been the one behind the lens for Mumbai’s biggest red carpet events. I personally direct my crew to make sure your stars and VIPs look sharp, no matter how chaotic the backstage area gets.
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