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Shine Krishna

Shine Krishna (born K. Krishnachandran on February 8, 1980) is a multifaceted writer, director, and producer with an extensive career spanning the Indian and international film industries. Since beginning his journey in 1999, he has collaborated with various acclaimed filmmakers. In 2004, he made his directorial debut with an independent documentary for BBC4. Building on his passion for global cinema, he founded the "Wemakefilmz" international filmmakers group in 2005. Under this banner, he has successfully organized film festivals and facilitated the distribution of both Indian feature and short films. A dedicated self-taught filmmaker, Krishna continues to shape the industry through his work as a creative producer and associate director for feature films and television programming.

Early Life and Career Beginnings  

Shine Krishna was born into a Malayali family amidst the scenic tea plantations of Peermade. Growing up in a household deeply immersed in the arts, he was influenced by his father, a trade union leader, theatre director, and band leader—and his mother, a theatre actor and garment maker.

His academic journey took him through various institutions and schools, seeking new opportunities. He eventually relocated to New Delhi to further his education. It was in the capital that his passion for cinema transformed into a professional pursuit. Dedicated to mastering the craft, he attended numerous film workshops and completed diploma courses in Delhi and abroad. He studied each of the production departments, eventually leading him to establish his own production banner, "Wemakefilmz." Now it's become Peoplescinema. 

Career Highlights

Shine Krishna is a versatile filmmaker with a career spanning over two decades, encompassing independent cinema, documentary production, and commercial television.

Feature Films & Narrative Projects

  • Indriyam (1999): Junior Artist and Production Coordinator.

  • Jugaad (2009): Second Unit Director / Associate Director.

  • Private Number (2010): Associate Director / Creative Producer.

  • 4 PM On The Court (2011): Director / Producer (WemakefilmZ).

  • Vellapani: Director / Producer (WemakefilmZ).

  • Atmanirbhar (In REDevelopment): Director, Writer, and Producer.

Television & Reality Programming

  • Hong Kong Show (Bloomberg TV): Director.

  • Kasturi (DD1): Executive Producer (Weekly Episodes).

  • Amazing Race (AXN): Location Producer.

  • Commercials: Extensive experience producing more than 100 television commercials for global brands.

Short Films

  • Real Hunger (2004): Producer and Director (Berlinale Talent Campus).

  • Silent Dreams (2004): Producer and Director.

  • Thevidiya (2007): Director, Writer, and Producer.

  • Anamika (2012): Director of Photography (DOP).

  • Beauty of Sound (2012): Producer and Director.

  • Kani (2013): Producer and Director.

Documentaries

  • Storm in the Tea Cup (2004): Writer, Producer, and Director.

  • Gamika – Being on Journey (2019): Director, Writer, and Producer (WemakefilmZ).

  • Chavara Kuriakose Alias: Art and Costume Department

Personal Life & Advocacy

Beyond his filmmaking career, Shine Krishna is a passionate advocate for social and environmental causes. He is an active member of World Bamboo and the founder of the International Bamboo Festival of the Western Ghats, reflecting his deep commitment to sustainability. His humanitarian work has spanned continents, having collaborated with Rotarians from Edinburgh to support children’s welfare initiatives in both Tamil Nadu and Africa.

Driven by a vision for progress, Shine works to advance innovative education and environmental sustainability. He has recently launched "PeoplesCinema," a film society dedicated to mentoring aspiring filmmakers and amplifying the untold stories of minority communities and indigenous peoples.

Shine is married to Shikha Thapa, a writer and poet. Together with their daughter Krisha—an aspiring manga artist—he resides in Kochi, Kerala.