“Growing up in Hyderabad, films were part of my everyday world. My dad was one of the first local cable operators in our area, and my mom produced several popular TV shows. No matter what was going on in our lives, we always found comfort in a dark theater, watching stories on the big screen. 

With that kind of upbringing, filmmaking felt like the most natural path for me. After finishing school at St. Ann’s, I went on to study film at Whistling Woods in Mumbai. My brother, Chetan Singh, had already studied editing there, and later, he worked on a Netflix documentary about Honey Singh. Mumbai was a whole new world—exciting, competitive, and full of opportunities. I was lucky to work under filmmakers like Santosh Sivan and Vasanth Bala. The ad film industry was tough, but it taught me so much about storytelling, precision, and the hustle required to survive in this field. 

When I returned to Hyderabad, I knew I wanted to make my own films. My brother and I teamed up for our first independent film, On the Blue Canvas. It was a massive learning experience—challenging, but also incredibly fulfilling. Independent filmmaking is never easy, especially when you are figuring things out on your own. As a woman in the industry, I faced my share of struggles, but I kept going, thanks to a strong support system and a passion that refused to fade. 

Now, I’m the Head of the Direction Department at Ramanaidu Film School, the youngest faculty member there. Teaching has given me a fresh perspective on filmmaking. I love helping students find their voice and understand that storytelling is about more than just entertainment—it should inspire, inform, and challenge the way people think. One of my proudest moments was winning an award at the Chennai International Film Festival in 2019 for On the Blue Canvas. Another was being invited as a guest lecturer at Nasr School, a place my mother once wanted me to study. Standing there as a speaker was deeply meaningful. 

Beyond filmmaking, I have an immense love for animation and children’s content. India has so much potential in this space, but we are still catching up.
Right now, I am working on an animation project with Amar Chitra Katha under senior producer Mr. Suresh Babu’s guidance. The goal is to create something that blends culture, imagination, and adventure—stories that today’s kids can truly connect with. 

I’m also getting ready to publish a short story novel, which is another exciting step in my journey along with my feature film script.

Over the years, I’ve realized that success isn’t just about talent—it’s about attitude, skill, hard work, ethics, and balance. My hope is to keep creating stories that uplift, challenge, and leave a lasting impact on future generations. Every challenge in this industry adds depth to our story. In this film called life, women aren’t just supporting roles—we’re the directors of our own destiny.”

– Sohini Singh, Filmmaker & Educationalist