Unnikrishnan Payoor Parameswaran

So here’s the lowdown: guy starts out with a Journalism and Mass Communication degree—pretty standard, right? But he’s not about that cookie-cutter newsroom life. Nah, he dives headfirst into film editing and sound design, probably because sitting behind a desk pushing press releases just isn’t thrilling enough. Next thing you know, he’s learning the ropes from none other than Aarif Sheikh, the National Award-winning editor. Not too shabby for a mentor, if you ask me. Fast forward—he’s not just some assistant fetching coffee. The dude’s out there carving his own path as an independent editor. You know the type: hustling late nights, snipping film reels, maybe surviving on instant noodles and caffeine. And, not to brag (okay, maybe a little), he’s got a bit of a knack for direction too. He’s already directed two short films, just casually scooping up a couple of awards on the international circuit. Yeah, no big deal. His style? Honestly, it’s got that sharp, modern edge—like he’s not afraid to mess with the rules a bit. There’s a real sense he’s just getting started, and you can almost bet he’ll be the name everyone’s dropping at film festivals soon. Basically, he’s not just an editor, not just a director—he’s the kind of creative who refuses to fit in a box. The future’s looking pretty wild for this one.