Atul Kasbekar is an Indian photographer and entrepreneur who has been at the forefront of the Indian fashion industry for over two decades. He is best known for his work in advertising, fashion, and celebrity photography.
Kasbekar was born in Mumbai, India in 1971. He studied commerce at Sydenham College before pursuing a career in photography. After completing a course in photography from the J.J School of Arts, he started his career as a freelance photographer in 1993.
Kasbekar quickly established himself as one of the leading photographers in India, shooting for some of the biggest names in fashion and advertising. His work has been featured on magazine covers such as Vogue India, Elle India, GQ India, and Harper’s Bazaar India. He has also shot campaigns for brands such as Nike, Reebok, Pepsi, Coca-Cola, and many more.
In addition to his work as a photographer, Kasbekar is also an entrepreneur who has founded several companies including Bling Entertainment Solutions Pvt Ltd., which produces television shows and films; Exceed Entertainment Pvt Ltd., which produces television commercials; and Tangerine Digital Entertainment Pvt Ltd., which produces digital content for mobile phones.
Kasbekar has won numerous awards throughout his career including the prestigious Padma Shri Award from the Government of India in 2020 for his contribution to art and culture. He is also an active philanthropist who supports various causes related to education and healthcare through his foundation ‘The Atul Kasbekar Foundation’.