Pankaj Kumar is an acclaimed Indian cinematographer recognized for his outstanding work in films such as “Haider,” “Tumbbad,” and “Ship of Theseus,” among others. His exceptional cinematography in “Tumbbad” earned him the prestigious Filmfare Award for Best Cinematography in 2019. Educated at the esteemed Film and Television Institute of India, Kumar completed his schooling at Kendriya Vidyalaya in Hakimpet, Secunderabad, in 1993.
He made his debut as a cinematographer with “Ship of Theseus” in 2012, followed by notable contributions to films like “Haider” (2014), “Talvar” (2015), and “Rangoon” (2017).