Indore's Premier Film Academy

Master Cinematography & Filmmaking Like a Professional

Learn directly from Dinesh Jagwani — official Panasonic LUMIX mentor with 30+ years of professional cinema, wedding and commercial filmmaking experience.

1500+
Students Trained
30+
Years Experience
LUMIX
Official Mentor
Dinesh Jagwani at the Panasonic LUMIX podcast studio
LUMIX Studio · Mentor Session
The Academy

A Studio Built for Storytellers

Dinesh Jagwani — Founder & Mentor
Founder & Mentor
Dinesh Jagwani
Cinematographer • Director • Educator

Dinesh Jagwani Cinematography Academy is Indore's most trusted destination for aspiring filmmakers, photographers and content creators. We blend classroom theory with on-set practice so every student graduates with a real portfolio — not just a certificate.

Our Mission

Equip creators with cinema-grade craft, vision and confidence to lead the next wave of Indian storytelling.

Our Vision

Become Central India's premier launchpad for cinematographers, photographers and digital filmmakers.

Industry Pedigree

30+ years across weddings, brand films, documentaries, music videos and ad commercials — and official Panasonic LUMIX mentor.

Mentor-Led

Small batches, personal mentorship and live critique on every assignment.

Courses

Programs Crafted for the Real Industry

Cinematography Course

Composition, lensing, lighting and storytelling — from theory to on-set execution.

12 WeeksEnquire

Photography Course

Master exposure, portraits, weddings and commercial photography end-to-end.

10 WeeksEnquire

Filmmaking Course

Direction, screenplay, production design and post — make a real short film.

16 WeeksEnquire

Video Editing Course

Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, color grading, motion and sound design.

8 WeeksEnquire

Content Creator Course

Reels, YouTube, brand collaborations and personal-brand storytelling.

6 WeeksEnquire

Camera Handling & Lighting

Hands-on with cinema cameras, gimbals, sliders and pro lighting setups.

4 WeeksEnquire
Why Choose Us

Built to Make You Industry-Ready

Practical Training
70% on-set, 30% classroom — learn by doing.
Real Shoot Experience
Live wedding, brand and short-film assignments.
Industry-Standard Gear
Sony FX, BMPCC, Lumix S5II, gimbals, lights.
Portfolio Development
Graduate with a reel that gets you hired.
Career Guidance
Resume, pitch, freelance and studio placements.
Internships & Projects
Paid projects with our partner studios.
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Industry Collaborations
Showreel

The Craft In Motion

Real frames from real sets. A glimpse into the cinematic language we teach — lighting, motion, story and emotion.

Live Shoot
Cinematic Showreel · Vol. 01
On Set
Behind The Lens · Vol. 02
Recognition & Impact

Trusted Across the Industry

Honoured by Industry & Community Leaders
Felicitation

Honoured by Industry & Community Leaders

Recognised for 30+ years of contribution to cinematography and photography education.

Speaking at VIPSAR · Drone Awareness Program
Keynote Speaker

Speaking at VIPSAR · Drone Awareness Program

Invited as guest speaker on the future of aerial cinematography and visual storytelling.

Certified Cinematographers, Launched Careers
Graduating Batch

Certified Cinematographers, Launched Careers

Every batch graduates with a real portfolio and an academy-issued certificate of completion.

A Studio Family, Not Just a Classroom
Mentor Circle

A Studio Family, Not Just a Classroom

Small batches, deep mentorship — students stay connected long after graduation.

Testimonials

Stories from Our Alumni

"The mentorship is unreal. I shot my first paid wedding within 2 months of joining and now run my own studio."

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Priya Sharma
Cinematography Graduate

"Real on-set days changed everything. The portfolio I built here landed me an assistant DP role."

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Rahul Verma
Filmmaking Student

"Best photography academy in Indore — hands down. The lighting and posing workshops are world-class."

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Ananya Patel
Photography Alumni

"Color grading classes alone were worth the entire fee. Now I freelance for ad agencies across India."

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Vikram Singh
Video Editing Pro

⭐ Rated 4.9/5 across Google Reviews · 200+ verified reviews

Blog

Insights from the Cinema Desk

Career

How to Become a Cinematographer in India (2026 Roadmap)

A step-by-step guide to launching a career as a cinematographer — gear, mentorship, portfolio and first paid gig.

Read article
Guide

Best Photography Course in Indore: What to Look For

Choosing the right academy matters. Here's the checklist serious photographers should use before enrolling.

Read article
Craft

Top 7 Filmmaking Mistakes Every Beginner Makes

From flat lighting to weak coverage — fix these early and your reel will instantly look more cinematic.

Read article
FAQ

Questions, Answered

No. We provide industry-standard cameras and lighting for all hands-on training. Bringing your own gear is welcome.
Absolutely. Every course starts from fundamentals and progresses to advanced industry techniques.
Yes — every graduate receives a recognised Dinesh Jagwani Academy completion certificate.
We offer career guidance, internships with partner studios and ongoing project opportunities.
Weekday and weekend batches available. Book a free consultation to plan your schedule.
Contact

Begin Your Film Journey

Book a free consultation, visit our studio in Indore, or message us on WhatsApp — we'll help you choose the right program.

Studio Address
209-C, Surya Dev Nagar, Indore, Madhya Pradesh 452010
Call Us
+91 98260 19972
Email
hello@dineshjagwani.academy

Inquiry Form

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