Cinematographer Ravivarman Inducted into ASC
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Synopsis
National Award-winning cinematographer Ravivarman has made history by becoming the second Indian to be inducted into the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC), joining the ranks of global luminaries in the field. His illustrious career spans numerous acclaimed films across various languages.
Key Takeaways
- Ravivarman is a National Award-winning cinematographer.
- Inducted into the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC).
- He is the second Indian to achieve this recognition.
- His notable works include 'Ponniyin Selvan' and 'Barfi'.
- He has collaborated with many renowned Indian directors.
Chennai, Jan 29 (NationPress) Ravivarman, a National Award-winning cinematographer renowned for his work on iconic films such as Mani Ratnam’s epic ‘Ponniyin Selvan’, has been honored with induction into the esteemed American Society of Cinematographers (ASC).
He becomes the second Indian cinematographer to join this prestigious organization, following in the footsteps of Santosh Sivan, the first Indian to receive this accolade.
The induction process involves scrutiny by cinematographers who have earned multiple Oscar awards, who review a candidate's body of work and assess its quality before conferring this honor.
Ravivarman shared images from the ASC on his X timeline, expressing on Wednesday, “I started my career surrounded by uncertainty. My journey has shaped my present, and I have been meticulously charting my path to uncover the true essence and significance of my life.”
Numerous film industry colleagues have congratulated Ravi Varman on his ASC membership.
Upon receiving this recognition, Ravi Varman remarked, "I wish to extend my sincere thanks to the board of the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) for welcoming me as a member. Cinematographers globally aspire to be part of this organization. It fills me with immense joy and pride to join a platform that includes leading cinematographers who have received accolades like the Oscars. I am deeply grateful to those who helped me realize this dream.”
Over the past 25 years, Ravi Varman has filmed numerous projects across Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu, Kannada, Hindi, and English cinema. He has partnered with many of India’s finest directors. Some of his notable works include Mani Ratnam’s ‘Ponniyin Selvan’, Shankar’s ‘Anniyan’, Gautham Menon’s 'Vettaiyaadu Vaidyaadu', and Anurag Basu’s 'Barfi'.
