Vijay K. Chakravathy

Vijay K. Chakravathy’s journey through the world of cinema is kind of wild if you think about it. Dude’s name pops up in movies that just hit differently—Nannaku Prematho (2016), that one’s a rollercoaster of emotions, trust me. You’ve got Sukumar steering the ship, Jr NTR’s doing his thing, but Vijay’s cinematography? It’s what actually gives the film that slick, sharp vibe. The way he frames those chase sequences and the whole London backdrop? Not your average eye-candy, there’s a pulse to every shot. Before that, there’s Kerintha (2015), which is a total switch-up in mood. Youngsters figuring out life, a bunch of college drama, friendship, love, all the chaos—Vijay’s camera work keeps it real. He doesn’t go all dramatic with the lighting or try to force the mood. Everything just flows, you know? Makes you feel like you’re part of their gang, just hanging out, living those moments right alongside them. Then there’s Valli Mayil. Now, this one’s still under wraps, not a ton of info out there yet, but judging by Vijay’s track record, you can bet it’ll look gorgeous. He’s got this knack for making even simple scenes pop—like, nothing’s ever flat or boring. Whether it’s sweeping landscapes or tight, tense close-ups, his style’s got character. Not many DOPs can jump between genres this smooth and leave their stamp every time. That’s Vijay for you—always bringing films to life like it’s no big deal.