Vierendrra Lalit (born in village Dhimahi, Bulendshehr, U.P, on 16 March 1969) is an Indian-born cinematographer and film director. He has worked in Indian Hindi and Telugu film industries as well as in Malaysian cinema. He owns two film production companies called Roop Chitra Visual and Roop Chitra Films.

Vierendrra Lalit
Vierendrra Lalit in 2011
Born (1969-03-16) 16 March 1969 (age 55)
Dhimahi, Bulandshahr (UP), India
NationalityIndian
Occupation(s)Film director and cinematographer
SpouseRachna Lalit (married 29 June 1999)

He is a member of Western India Cinematographers Association (WICA), Indian Film & Television Directors’ Association (IFTDA), Indian Documentary Producers Association (IDPA), Film worker association of Malaysia (PPFM) and Western India Film Producers' Association (WIFPA).

Early life

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Lalit was born to a family of freedom fighters and social activists. His grandfather, Sohan Pal Singh, was a farmer, social activist, and freedom fighter, who actively participated in the Quit India Movement in 1942 and was arrested several times. His father, Dr Roop Kishore is a retired scientist in genetics and plant breeding. He was a professor in Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. His mother, Chitra Verma is a home maker, artist and his biggest inspiration.

Lalit completed his schooling at Sainik School, in Lucknow and received a Masters in Philosophy from DAV College, Kanpur(U.P) Kanpur University.

Personal life

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Vierendrra Lalit is married to Rachna Lalit, who is into Research and Writing of Films and Documentaries. She is also a Producer in Bollywood Industry. They both have two kids, Khoobi Lalit and Varenyam Lalit.

Career

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After receiving his diploma in photography, Lalit went to Mumbai and joined cinematographer Kabir Lal as an apprentice. He assisted Lal on films such as Kaho Na Pyaar Hai, Taal, Hum Aapke Dil Main Rahte Hai, Humara Dil Aapke Paas Hai, and Prem Aggan, Khauff. Lalit also assisted cinematographer Johny Lal in the movie Mujhe Kuch Kehna Hai.

In 2001, Lalit began working independently. To date, he has worked in 21 feature films, 150 Music videos, 130 Documentaries/Corporates and over 600 Ad films and TV commercials as well.[1]

Credits

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As director[2]
Eldritch-The Last resort Harikrit Films 2022 Hindi India
A Thin Line Harikrit Films 2019 Hindi, English India
To B or Not to B Harikrit Films 2016 Hindi, English India
Vah Chaudhary(TV Series) Harikrit Films 2015 Hindi India
As cinematographer[2]
Eldritch-The Last resort Harikrit Films 2022 Hindi India
The dead End J R Entertainment & RS Networks 2022 Hindi India
A Thin Line Harikrit Films 2019 Hindi, English India
Mee Tajela Films & Entertainment 2018 Marathi India
I'm Not a Terrorist White Merpati Entertainment 2017 Malay, Hindi, English Malaysia
To B or Not to B Harikrit Films 2016 Hindi, English India
Aisa Yeh Jahaan Kholie Entertainment 2015 Hindi India
Swimming Pool Sri Sri Movie creations 2015 Telugu India
Darah Panas White Merpati Entertainment 2015 Malay Malaysia
O Manasa Spire Films 2015 Telugu India
Paisa Potti Problem Dollywood Films 2013 Hyderabadi Hindi India
Kerat 14 White Merpati Entertainment 2013 Malay Malaysia
Rasuk White Merpati Entertainment 2011 Malay Malaysia
Kecoh Betul White Merpati Entertainment 2010 Malay Malaysia
Akhirat Sri Saheb Production 2008 Malay Malaysia
ALAA Manutime Movie Mission 0 2007 Telugu India
The Pool Bluemark Productions 2007 Hindi, English United States
Mamu Tensions Nai Lene Ka Telecine Inc. 2004 Hyderabadi Hindi India

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References

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  1. ^ "Vierendrra Lalit - Movies, Biography, News, Age & Photos | BookMyShow". BookMyShow. Retrieved 13 March 2018.
  2. ^ a b "Vierendrra Lalit". IMDb. Retrieved 13 March 2018.
  3. ^ Vierendrra Lalit (21 August 2012), Preet Tractor, retrieved 13 March 2018
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