Sumit Gyanchandaney

Sumit Gyanchandaney’s name might not be the first one you spot on a movie poster, but trust me, if you’ve been around the Indian cinema block, you’ve seen his handiwork. The dude’s been involved in some seriously good films—like, not just box-office fluff, but legit stories that stick with you. Take The Lunchbox for example. That movie, honestly, was a total game-changer for Indian indie films. The way it captured loneliness and missed connections in Mumbai, all through a couple of dabba deliveries? Wild. Sumit was part of the magic behind the scenes, making sure every frame hit that sweet spot between real and cinematic. Then there’s Secret Superstar. You know, the one where Zaira Wasim absolutely crushes it as a shy girl with big dreams and a killer voice, all under the shadow of a tough family life? That film didn't just make you root for the underdog, it made you wanna call your mom and tell her you love her. Again, Sumit’s name pops up—quietly, sure, but with impact. Same vibe with Detective Byomkesh Bakshy! That movie was like a fever dream version of 1940s Calcutta, with suspicious characters lurking in every shadow and Sushant Singh Rajput donning the detective cap in style. Sumit’s work behind the curtain helped nail that noir-meets-Bollywood energy. Basically, the guy’s got range: romance, thrillers, coming-of-age, you name it. He’s one of those under-the-radar folks who help make Indian cinema pop, and honestly, it’d be a way duller world without his touch.