Editor & cinematographer Pratheek Shetty is Sandalwood’s prized technician

If it’s Pratheek Shetty at the camera or at the edit, rest assured, you’ll be guaranteed that the experience is going to be immersive and one that’s a visual treat. And he has proved it with recent films like Gandhadagudi starring late Dr. Puneet Rajkumar, 777 Charlie and the recent blockbuster, Kantara. Pratheek, who is the editor and director of photography of the Gandhadagudi, fondly recalls the 100 days he has spent with the iconic actor during the shoot.

Pratheek believes that Gandhadagudi has been one of the most challenging yet highly inspiring projects, as bringing into life Appu sir's dream of making Karnataka's ecstatic wildlife and nature recognized among people, drove the entire team to work harder.

Shooting wildlife comes with its own challenges like waiting for natural light and animals for long hours, however, Puneeth sir's involvement, support and presence throughout the shoots was a motivational force for the team to preserve. “I honor this assignment as the most memorable and exhilarating moment of my life,” he says.

Having started out in films with Rishab Shetty’s Sarakari Hiriya Prathamika Shaale in 2018, Pratheek has upped the ante with each of his cinematic assignments. He also runs the well-known production house Darkbird Films.