Tushar Kumar (Film Director)
Tushar Kumar | |
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| Born | Tushar Vashisht May 3, 1996 |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Citizenship | Canada |
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| Organization | Tushar Kumar Films |
| Height | 5 ft 7 in (170 cm) |
| Website | tusharkumarfilms |
Tushar Kumar (born May 3rd, 1996) is a Canadian film director, videographer, and entrepreneur.[1] He is the founder and current CEO of Tushar Kumar Films, a leading production house in Ottawa, Ontario. Kumar is also a member of the Canadian Armed Forces.[2][3]
Kumar rose to popularity with his editing work on the behind-the-scenes video Sheikh (Karan Aujla) directed by Rupan Bal. Since then he has delivered many hit videos and worked alongside a number of accomplished and upcoming artists such as Parmish Verma,[4] Jassa Dhillon, Garry Badwal, Karan Aujla, Angrej Ali, Anisha Gulati, Abhishek Dhir, and Yugraj Singh to name a few. Kumar has appeared in a number of music videos, including Dhadak, Relation, and Jatt De Brober.[5]
Early life and education
Kumar was born on May 3rd, 1996 in India. He moved to Canada in 2007, when he was eleven years old. After completing his high school education, Kumar acquired a diploma from Algonquin College in becoming a Computer Systems Technician. He has been an active member of the Canadian Armed Forces since 2018.
Career
Kumar debuted in the music industry in 2018. In 2020, but he was given the opportunity to collaborate with Rupan Bal on his "Sheikh (Karan Aujla)" behind-the-scenes video. Kumar edited the video, which went on to become a YouTube sensation with over a million views.[6] He began getting other gigs soon after and has since directed a number of music videos and short films. In the video "Jatt De Brober," he also played the position of assistant director.[7] His catalog includes directing many promotional, cover dance, and music videos.[8] His innovative filmmaking skills have made him a highly sought-after videographer by audiences all around the world.[9]
Filmography
| S.No. | Title | Year | Artist | Type | Role |
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| 1 | Noise | 2019 | DS Westwood, Red Blade, Marcilino Kayrouz | Short Film | DOP |
| 2 | Death Face | 2020 | Abhi Dhir | Music Video | Director |
| 3 | Sheikh | 2020 | Karan Aujla | Official Behind The Scenes Video | Editor |
| 4 | Sicko Munde | 2020 | Abhi Dhir | Music Video | Director |
| 5 | Ajj Raat | 2020 | Abhi Dhir | Music Video | Assistant Director |
| 6 | Scowl[10] | 2020 | Lavy Kahlon | Music Video | Director |
| 7 | Deewani Mastani | 2020 | Dance Cover | Director | |
| 8 | Haqaan De Rakhe | 2020 | Angrej Ali and Yugraj Singh | Music Video | Videographer |
| 9 | Laare Tere | 2021 | Abhi Dhir | Music Video | Director |
| 10 | Illumine | 2021 | Abhi Dhir | Music Video | Director |
| 11 | Jatt De Brober | 2021 | Simu Dhillon | Music Video | Assistant Director |
| 12 | Taking Over Me (Cover) | 2021 | Anisha Gulati | Music Video | Director |
| 13 | Relation | 2021 | Gary Badwal | Music Video | Assistant Director |
| 14 | Ik Din | 2021 | Abhi Dhir | Music Video | Director |
| 15 | Dhadak | 2022 | Dishant | Music Video | Director |
Awards
- 2021- Faces Magazine - Ottawa’s Best Videographer[11]
- 2021- Faces Magazine - Ottawa’s Best Film Editor
- Faces Magazine - Ottawa’s Best Film Director (2022)[12]
Gallery
In the media
References
- ↑ "Tushar Kumar". IMDb. Retrieved 9 April 2022.
- ↑ Brown, Writter Sam. "Here's all about Tushar Kumar (Film Director) - Biography". Issuewire. Retrieved 12 April 2022.
- ↑ "Tushar Kumar– Video Director Behind Many Popular Punjabi Songs". filmibeat.com. 20 April 2022. Retrieved 10 May 2022.
- ↑ "Tushar Kumar's instagram story hints that Parmish Verma is shooting a music video in Canada". US Times Now. 3 May 2022. Retrieved 10 May 2022.
- ↑ "Tushar Kumar – an emerging video director in Punjabi music industry". www.mid-day.com. Retrieved 10 May 2022.
- ↑ "Tushar Kumar – Punjabi music video director explains five key things to keep in mind while filming". DNA India. Retrieved 10 May 2022.
- ↑ "Tushar Kumar – A truly passionate and creative video director". Bollywood Life. 27 April 2022. Retrieved 10 May 2022.
- ↑ "Tushar Kumar talked about his journey of becoming a video director in Punjabi music industry - Time Bulletin". Time Bulletin - Lifestyle and Sports News. 3 May 2022. Retrieved 10 May 2022.
- ↑ "Tushar Kumar Films Owner explains why music videos are very popular in Punjabi music Industry - Oneindia News". www.oneindia.com. 20 April 2022. Retrieved 10 May 2022.
- ↑ "Watch New 2020 Punjabi Song 'Scowl' Sung By Lavy Kahlon | Punjabi Video Songs - Times of India". timesofindia.indiatimes.com. Retrieved 9 April 2022.
- ↑ "Faces Magazine March/April 2021". FACES Magazine. 2 March 2021. Retrieved 9 April 2022.
- ↑ "2022 Ottawa Awards". FACES Magazine. Retrieved 9 April 2022.