Our mission

Our mission is simple : to turn your love for film into expertise. Through hands-on training, personalized mentorship, and a curriculum built to meet the demands of the modern film industry, we provide the perfect platform for you to learn, grow, and succeed. Whether you're looking to direct, write, shoot, or edit, we equip you with the skills and experience needed to thrive in the fast-paced world of filmmaking. At Doon Film School, you don’t just learn filmmaking—you live it.

Our vision

At Doon Film School, we aim to be the foremost destination for individuals who are serious about mastering the craft of filmmaking. Our vision is to provide an environment where creativity meets technical excellence, shaping filmmakers who are well-prepared to succeed in the industry. We aspire to produce storytellers who are not only skilled but also equipped to tackle the challenges of an ever-changing film landscape.

Our Purpose and Promise

The purpose of Doon Film School is to offer a comprehensive, rigorous education that balances the technical with the creative. We focus on developing the key skills necessary to navigate the complexities of filmmaking while nurturing your individual style as a storyteller. With access to advanced tools, expert mentorship, and industry connections, we are dedicated to helping you transform your passion for film into a professional career. Here, you won’t just learn the art of filmmaking—you’ll be ready to create it.

At Doon Film School, we promise to provide you with an education that is both grounded in industry standards and driven by creative exploration. We are committed to delivering personalized attention, hands-on experience, and practical knowledge that prepares you for the demands of the real world. Our promise is to equip you with the technical skills, creative confidence, and professional mindset necessary to thrive in the film industry. From day one, we will challenge you to push boundaries, think critically, and craft stories that matter. We are here to guide you, support you, and ensure that when you leave our school, you are not just prepared—but ready to make an impact.

Mr. Jai Singh (Chairman)

Mr. Jai Singh is an eminent businessman ,film producer, and social worker from Dehradun and a member of Western India Film Producers Association(WIFPA) . He has produced ‘Pati Ho To Aisa'(2004) , Ada-a way of life(2010), an A.R. Rahman musical and various short films. His upcoming projects are ‘Bhailand’ , ‘Dola’ and ‘Jaat in Mood’ .

Message from the chairman

In “Doon Film School” we believe that creativity lies within us. Our upbringing and value systems teaches us to suppress our creative urges therefore making us forget to see the world with an individualistic perspective. The courage then, to express your perception of the world, defines an artist. Be it a filmmaker, a painter, a poet, a musician. The courage to face an empty blank canvas, and to make the first brush stroke. That first brush stroke that explores the rest of the painting, the rest of the symphony, the rest of the film. At Doon Film School , we encourage the students to explore the artist within themselves and then equip them with the necessary tools and technology and guide them in the right direction so that they become capable of exploring and expressing themselves to the world .

Mr. Devi Dutt (Principal, Director)

Mr. Devi Dutt is a Filmmaker, Writer, Anchor, and an Academician. He is a member of the Indian Film and Television Director’s Association(IFTDA) and Film Writer’s Association(FWA). He is an eminent director and has directed more than half a dozen films in different languages and various television shows. His latest released Punjabi Feature Film was ‘Jatt vs. Ielts'(2018).

Words from the principal

A building stands on 4 pillars while a movie stands on 5; Director being the central pillar and others being equally important stands in the support with an objective to execute the director’s vision.

1)Director – A director is the most important and central pillar of a movie and therefore is called the captain of the ship. A film director controls a film’s artistic and dramatic aspects and visualize a screenplay while guiding the film crew and actors in the fulfilment of that vision. The director has a key role in choosing the cast members, production design and all the creative aspects of filmmaking.

2)Screenwriter – A screenwriter is the second most important pillar of a film therefore can be called the architect of a film . A screenwriter transforms a story into a screenplay only after which production can take place. A screenwriter’s job is to portray the emotions of the story in the form of actions and give the story a proper structure.

3)Cinematographer – A cinematographer is the third pillar who’s job is to see the world through the eyes of the lens. A cinematographer is the second person in command after Director as he is responsible to capture the Director’s vision with an objective to be projected on the silver screen; therefore playing a very important role in filmmaking.

4)Editor – An editor is the fourth pillar as whatever visuals are captured and sounds recorded , out of those the best ones are selected and arranged in proper sequences. A film editor manages material such as camera footage , dialogue , sound effects, graphics and special effects to produce a final film. Editing is a key role in the post production process and the skills of an editor can determine the quality and delivery of the finished film.

5)Actor – An actor is the fifth pillar and is responsible to bring the emotions of the story alive on the screen. An actor should be well versed in “Navarasa” meaning 9 emotions. An actor’s responsibility is to master the emotions so that he/she can portray the right emotion at the right time on the screen.

Filmmaking is a collaborative process and all the pillars should be well co-ordinated and strong. Failing of any one pillar will make the building fall or the movie fail. A great film is made when all the pillars are strong and are in powerful collaboration and seamless coordination.

Mr. Siddhartha Priyadarshi (Managing Director)

Mr. Siddhartha Priyadarshi is a filmmaker and entrepreneur from Dehradun, with a postgraduate degree in Film Direction from AAFT. With experience in both television and cinema, he has worked on a variety of projects, including the release and marketing of various Hindi language films. In addition to his work in film distribution, Mr. Priyadarshi has directed and edited documentaries, short films, ad films, and music videos .

Mr. Mukesh Kumar (Dean,Academics)

Mr. Mukesh Kumar is a Film Director & Producer. He has done his Post graduate Diploma in Direction & Screenplay writing from one of the premiere Institute of India Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute (SRFTI), Kolkata. His last film ‘Shwetrakht’ (2017) won many awards in National & International Film Festivals. He worked as an Executive Producer for Film ‘Saancha-The Mould’ starring Anupam Kher, Raghuvir Yadav etc. and as an Editor and Associate Director for the Film ‘Ada –A way of Life’ an A.R.Rahman musical.

Our Faculties

Mr. Avijit Nandy (Head, Cinematography)

Mr. Avijit Nandy is a seasoned Director of Photography with over 20 years of experience in the film industry. He holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Cinematography from the Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute (SRFTI), Kolkata, and has worked across Bengali, Assamese, and Hindi films. With more than 15 years of teaching experience in Cinematography and Filmmaking, Avijit brings a wealth of practical and academic expertise to Doon Film School. Additionally, he is a researcher in the field of AI, integrating his knowledge of visual culture and artificial intelligence to innovate in filmmaking techniques.

Mr. Nabanil Sanyal (Associate Professor, Cinematography)

Nabanil Sanyal is an experienced cinematographer with over 15 years in audiovisual production. A graduate of the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute(SRFTI) , Kolkata, he has worked on numerous documentaries for the Ministry of External Affairs, with films screened at prestigious events like the Berlin and Bangladesh International Film Festivals. Nabanil has also shot two feature films with prominent casts from Mumbai and West Bengal and has contributed as a Creative Producer on projects selected for Film Bazaar WIP. He specializes in cinematography and documentary filmmaking, bringing a wealth of industry experience to his role as Associate Professor at Doon Film School.

Mr. Parth Joshi(Visiting Faculty, Cinematography)

Mr. Parth Joshi is a cinematographer and visiting faculty at Doon Film School. He holds a Master’s in Cinematography from AAFT and has worked on films, web series, and TVCs, including Big Girls Don’t Cry, Samosa & Sons, Dasvi, and Chutzpah. His debut feature as Director of Photography, Bhediya Dhasaan (2023), has been selected for prestigious festivals like the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) 2024. Parth brings his expertise and passion for visual storytelling to his students at Doon Film School.

Mr. Vinay Vikrant ( Head, Acting)

Mr. Vinay Vikrant is a film actor , theatrist and an academician. He has done his Post Graduate Diploma from one of the premiere institutes , Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) , Pune and graduation from Bhartendu Natya Academy(BNA),Lucknow . He has worked in film ‘Satellite Shankar’ and TV episodes likes Savdhaan India , Crime Patrol, Criminal Mind , Balika Vadhu and a lot more .

Mr. Ashish Prakash (Assistant Professor, Film Editing)

Mr. Ashish Prakash is an Assistant Professor in the Film Editing Department at Doon Film School. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts with a specialization in Film Editing from the State Institute of Film & Television, Rohtak (now DLCSUPVA). With experience working with renowned production houses like Mor Cinema, Kashmiraj Films and Stage App, Ashish has edited feature films, documentaries, short films, and music videos. He brings his expertise in film and video editing to his role, shaping the next generation of editors at Doon Film School.

Mr. Sadang Arangham( Visiting Faculty, Film Editing)

Mr. Sadang Arangham is a professional Editor from Arunachal Pradesh. He has done PG Diploma in Film Editing from one of the premier institutes of India, Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute(SRFTI), Kolkata. He has edited multiple projects backed by the state government and different organizations. Many short and feature length documentaries edited by him has been selected into and have won best film awards in more than 100 national , international and indigenous film festivals.

Mr. Umesh Saroj (Advisor & Guide)

Mr. Umesh Saroj is an ex-registrar of State Institute of Film and Television(SIFT), Rohtak and is responsible for the establishment of SIFT, Rohtak . Highly Experienced in the field of education , Mr.Umesh Saroj will be the advisor of ‘Doon Film School’ so that the school reaches its maximum potential of productivity and efficiency.

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Contact

+91 7456956471

Email

info@doonfilmschool.com

Address

171/123, Araghar , Haridwar Road, Dehradun, Uttarakhand. 248001