Skip to main content
MayurSrivatsav
  • Home
  • Work
  • Gallery
  • Stories
  • About
Contact

Stories & Adventures

Visual narratives from expeditions around the world. Dive into the stories behind the frames.

Do You Need a Permit to Film a Corporate Video in India?
Filmmaking•July 2026•11 min read

Do You Need a Permit to Film a Corporate Video in India?

Most corporate shoots in India need far less paperwork than overseas producers expect. A few need much more. Here is how to tell the difference.

Read Story

Latest

How a US or UK Team Runs an India Shoot Without Flying Anyone Out
Filmmaking

How a US or UK Team Runs an India Shoot Without Flying Anyone Out

How to Shoot Employee Stories in India That Do Not Look Staged
Filmmaking

How to Shoot Employee Stories in India That Do Not Look Staged

The Kodak Charmera and the Fun I Had Forgotten About
Photography

The Kodak Charmera and the Fun I Had Forgotten About

Stay Updated

Get new stories delivered to your inbox

02

All Stories

Tales of adventure, filmmaking insights, and creative discoveries

Do You Need a Permit to Film a Corporate Video in India?
FilmmakingJul 28

Do You Need a Permit to Film a Corporate Video in India?

Most corporate shoots in India need far less paperwork than overseas producers expect. A few need much more. Here is how to tell the difference.

11 min
01
How a US or UK Team Runs an India Shoot Without Flying Anyone Out
FilmmakingJul 28

How a US or UK Team Runs an India Shoot Without Flying Anyone Out

11 min
02
How to Shoot Employee Stories in India That Do Not Look Staged
FilmmakingJul 22

How to Shoot Employee Stories in India That Do Not Look Staged

10 min
03
The Kodak Charmera and the Fun I Had Forgotten About
PhotographyJul 22

The Kodak Charmera and the Fun I Had Forgotten About

I bought a $30 Kodak Charmera at an airport in the Philippines while carrying a phone that shoots 48 megapixels. It turned out to be the most fun I have had with a camera in years.

7 min
04
Carrying a Camera to Goechala
FilmmakingJul 9

Carrying a Camera to Goechala

9 min
05
3 Things I've Learnt So Far in My Filmmaking Journey
FilmmakingMay 23

3 Things I've Learnt So Far in My Filmmaking Journey

Cinema is a kind of madness requiring immense creative power. I reflect on my 14-year journey from aeronautical engineering student to full-time filmmaker with a friend, learning through online resources and mentors while working across advertisements, documentaries, and short films.

1 min
06
Aparichitaru - Kannada Short Film 2023
FilmmakingAug 16

Aparichitaru - Kannada Short Film 2023

**Six Strangers, One Killer... ** What happens when fate brings together six strangers from different walks of life, only to lock them in a room with no way out?

1 min
07
A Hilarious Start to 2014
TravelJun 1

A Hilarious Start to 2014

1 min
08
The Journey
Creative WritingJun 1

The Journey

*Originally written: May 20, 2014* The helmet visor glitters as the first rays of sun fall from the far right of the horizon. A poetic piece about a desert motorcycle ride.

1 min
09
NewsletterNEW

Join theCreative Journey

Subscribe to get weekly insights, filmmaking tips, travel stories, and exclusive content delivered straight to your inbox. Join 12,000+ creators who are leveling up their craft.

Exclusive BTS ContentBehind-the-scenes footage and insights from my projects
Early AccessBe the first to see new tutorials and guides
Free ResourcesLUTs, presets, and downloadable assets
Direct Q&AMonthly Q&A sessions with subscribers only
“

Mayur's newsletter is pure gold. The filmmaking tips alone are worth it!

Alex ChenDocumentary Filmmaker
Subscribe for Free
No spam, ever

Your email is safe. Unsubscribe anytime.

+12K

Join 12,847 creators worldwide

Privacy First
Weekly Updates
100% Free
CreateExploreInspireConnectDreamDiscover
Let's Connect

Ready to Start YourCreative Journey?

Whether you're looking for collaboration, seeking advice on filmmaking, or just want to chat about travel and adventure — I'd love to hear from you.

7+Years Creating
50+Countries Explored
200+Projects Delivered
Get in TouchView Portfolio
Follow the Journey
Instagram85KLinkedIn
“

Every frame is a story waiting to be told.
Let's tell yours together.

MSMayur SrivatsavFilmmaker & Adventurer
MayurSrivatsav

Visual storyteller and travel filmmaker capturing moments that inspire wanderlust and human connection across the globe.

mayur@activeidler.com
Bengaluru, India

Quick Links

  • Home
  • Work
  • Gallery
  • Stories
  • About
  • Contact

Galleries

  • Underwater
  • Travel

Services

  • Photography
  • Filmmaking
  • Brand Stories
  • Travel Content

Stay Connected

Subscribe to receive updates on new projects, behind-the-scenes content, and travel stories.

By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy. Unsubscribe anytime.

© 2026 Mayur Srivatsav. All rights reserved.

Privacy Policy|Terms of Service