Born and raised with the emotional landscape of Kashmir in his blood, Imtiyaz Ahmad Bhat carved a path from music video production to mainstream cinema. His projects spotlight local talent, reflect human courage and aim to rebuild film culture in the Valley.

Highlights

• Produced and directed 320 music albums and numerous music videos.
• Produced, directed and acted across 3 feature films, including projects shot in Kashmir.
• Known for bridging regional stories with nationwide audiences and creating opportunities for local artists.

Philosophy

Imtiyaz believes in telling honest, human-first stories. He works to ensure local narratives are told with dignity and artistic depth.

“Behave in such a manner that — if you live, people should wish you a long life; and if you die, people should weep on your death.”

— Imtiyaz Ahmad Bhat