We are Arishu Films — a creative powerhouse founded by Hariprasath Venkatesan and Aishwarya Kumana Kumar, two passionate storytellers driven by a shared vision to bring meaningful cinema and artistic experiences to life.
At Arishu Films, we specialize in crafting original short films that reflect emotion, culture, and untold perspectives. But we’re more than just filmmakers — we’re community builders. Our mission is to create a platform where artists, storytellers, and dreamers from the film world can connect, collaborate, and grow.
From compelling narratives to innovative creative events, we aim to push the boundaries of visual storytelling while nurturing the next wave of film talent.
Welcome to Arishu Films — where stories come alive, and creativity knows no limits.
Arishu Films
BEHIND THE ACTOR 🎬
Every performance has a story beyond the camera.
Proud to present the official poster for our upcoming short film, Behind the Actor. This project has been a journey of passion, collaboration, and dedication, and we're excited to finally share the first look with you.
Credits
Director: Bawa Mohamed
Story: Hariprasath Venkatesan
Screenplay: Hariprasath Venkatesan & Bawa Mohamed
Executive Producer: Aishwarya Kumaran Kumar
Co-Producer: Bawa Mohamed
Director of Photography (DoP): Harvey Forster
Editor: Lucas Keay
VFX: Rory Lynn
Lead Actress: Grace Rogers
Assistant Director: Gurnoor Bedi
Sound Recordist: William Bolton
Composer & Post Sound Mixer: Saurabh F Thomas
Camera Assistants: Isaac & Gurnoor Bedi
Art Directors: Aishwarya Kumaran Kumar, Grace Rogers & Bawa Mohamed
Production Company: Arishu Films
Coming Soon.
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A short film about dreams, pressure, visa struggles, friendship, and one life-changing choice. #internationalstudents
How far would you go to stay?
Shot on an anamorphic lens to bring a cinematic visual experience to this story.
Please watch, share your thoughts, and support independent cinema.
Releasing on June 6th
Link - https://youtu.be/O0oVAz4v6BE
Credits
Produced by www.instagram.com/arishu_films/
Written & Directed: www.instagram.com/hari_prasath_venkatesan/
Assistant Director: www.instagram.com/aishu_kumarr/
Key Cast:
www.instagram.com/ahamedazharudeen/ as Illa
www.instagram.com/maximally_max/ as Ms Emily
www.instagram.com/karen_elizabeth_bucknall_media/ as Karen
www.instagram.com/shamas.khan/ as Ravi
www.instagram.com/officialsurjkumar/ as Maran
Director of Photography: www.instagram.com/jimatay/
Sound Recordist & Mixer: www.instagram.com/a_simpson_photography/
Production Assistant: Danyan Zhang
Editor: Jimu Zhang
Background Score: www.instagram.com/joshgraessermusic/
#FourDaysLeft #ArishuFilms #ShortFilm #IndependentFilm #ImmigrantStory #InternationalStudents #StudentLife #VisaStruggles #AnamorphicLens #CinematicShortFilm #Filmmaking #YouTubeRelease #SupportIndependentCinema
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Hi everyone,
We’re excited to announce the second edition of our film screening event by Arishu Films 🎬
This isn’t your typical film festival. It’s built by a filmmaker, for filmmakers — especially for those who haven’t had the chance to see their work on a real big screen. We know how rare that opportunity can be, particularly for students and independent creators, and that’s exactly why this platform exists.
If your film is already widely screened or well-established, this may not be the right fit. This is for those who truly want to experience that first big-screen moment.
Also, to keep things fair — if your film isn’t selected, the festival portion of your submission fee will be refunded. Only FilmFreeway platform/booking charges are non-refundable.
If this speaks to you, we’d love to see your work.
Submit now — filmfreeway.com/arishufilms
#ArishuFilms #FilmScreening #IndependentFilmmakers #StudentFilmmakers #FilmCommunity #BigScreenExperience #FilmFreeway
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Next project 🎬
“Different roads, same heart.”
A quiet night. A simple ride.
But some journeys stay with you forever.
JUST A RIDE
Coming Soon
Crew:
Director – Hariprasath Venkatesan
Producer – Aishwarya Kumanakumar
DOP – Ash Connaughton
Sound – Thomas Gee
VFX – Joshua Allwood
Music – Joshua Greaser
Editor – Thomas Greenway
1st AD – Owen Williamson
2nd AD – Layla Timimi
Stills – Aaron Edoghogho
1st Assistant Camera– Josh Southorn
Camera Trainee – Manasseh Tomu
#JustARide #ShortFilm #OnSet #IndieFilm #Filmmaking #ArishuFilms
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Excited to share something close to my heart.
We've officially launched our creative platform Arishu Films
At Arishu Films, we focus on storytelling that connects, inspires, and represents diverse voices through short films, documentaries, and creative collaborations.
This is just the beginning, and we're looking forward to building a strong community of filmmakers, artists, and storytellers.
Check out our website: arishufilms.wixsite.com/arishu-films
Would love your support, feedback, and connections! Arishu Films
#ArishuFilms #Filmmaking #CreativeCommunity #Storytelling #ShortFilms #IndependentFilm
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Get ready for an unforgettable night of storytelling and creativity on the big screen.
Join us at the Short Spotlight: Premiere Screening Event by Arishu Films - A celebration of independent cinema and fresh voices in film.
Event Details
Date: Wednesday, 11 February 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Venue: Midlands Arts Centre, Birmingham, UK
The evening features:
– Welcome talk and creative discussion
– Premiere of Arishu Films’ in-house productions
– Screening of 15 remarkable short films from around the world
Seats are limited — secure yours early.
Book your tickets now. www.eventbrite.com/e/short-spotlight-film-event-ti…
Visit the link in our bio or scan the QR code on the poster for details.
#ShortSpotlight #ArishuFilms #FilmScreening #IndependentFilm #ShortFilms #CreativeCinema #BirminghamEvents #Filmmakers #FilmFestival #IndieFilm #CinemaLovers
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