About Us
India’s First Realtime Production Team
Stage Unreal is a Virtual production studio based in Chennai. It was founded by Ace VFX Supervisor Mr. Srinivas Mohan and renowned Indian Cinematographer Mr. Manoj Paramahamsa. With constant hardware, software upgradations and novative applications along with successful experimentations in the fast-evolving field of Virtual Productions, Stage Unreal has grown into a dedicated and passionate team of professionals. The ethos of Stage Unreal is rigorous research and relentless development. Stage Unreal works with film makers, film production houses, media and technology divisions to create new worlds and realms hitherto complicated and out of bounds. If it can be imagined, Stage Unreal will create that pixel.
Founders of Stage Unreal
A four-time National Award winner for his exceptional work on Magic Magic, Sivaji, Enthiran, and Baahubali – The Beginning, he stands as one of the most influential figures in the history of Indian visual effects. With over 25 years of experience, he has been a true pioneer in the VFX landscape, consistently setting new standards for scale, realism, and innovation in Indian cinema.
Recognized today as India’s leading VFX supervisor, he continues to shape the industry through his visionary approach and technical mastery. Beyond his on-ground accomplishments, he is also a remarkable mentor—passionate about nurturing the next generation of artists and storytellers. His contributions extend to academia as well, having authored and designed the Animation and VFX curriculum for the M.G.R. Government Film and Television Institute, ensuring that students receive industry-relevant, future-ready training.
Starting his career with a prestigious State Award for Best Cinematography for his debut film Eeram, he quickly established himself as a visionary talent in the South Indian film industry. Over the years, he has been the creative force behind numerous blockbusters across multiple languages, earning a reputation as one of India’s most sought-after cinematographers.For nearly 15 years, he has consistently stayed ahead of the curve—pushing boundaries and redefining visual storytelling through the adoption of cutting-edge tools, advanced filmmaking technologies, and innovative production methodologies. His forward-thinking approach has set new benchmarks in cinematography, influencing an entire generation of filmmakers and technicians.
In the development of Stage Unreal, both Manoj Paramahamsa and Srinivas Mohan have played a pivotal role. Their combined expertise—Manoj’s deep mastery of visual aesthetics and lighting, paired with Srinivas Mohan’s groundbreaking contributions to VFX and virtual production—has been instrumental in shaping the research, development, and technical backbone of the platform. Together, they have provided the creative and technological foundation that continues to drive Stage Unreal’s evolution and success.
Our Team
Having trained under industry veterans Manoj Paramhamsa and Srinivas Mohan, she has built a solid foundation in virtual production—from Previz and real-time compositing to LED-volume workflows and on-set virtual cinematography. With three additional years as a DI Colorist on projects like Minmini, Sillu Karupatti, and Auto Shankar, she blends artistic sensitivity with strong technical expertise. As Head of Virtual Production, she helps shape the studio’s creative and technical direction, mentoring teams and streamlining real-time filmmaking pipelines. Her leadership empowers artists, technicians, and filmmakers to work with clarity and confidence at the forefront of modern production.
With over eight years of cinematography experience as Associate Cinematographer for Manoj Paramhamsa, he carries a deep practical understanding of real-world filmmaking. His filmography includes Radhe Shyam, Minmini, Sillu Karupatti, Villain, Povarasam Peepee, and Race Gurram.This hands-on expertise in shot design, lighting, and camera work directly elevates his virtual production craft, allowing him to translate cinematic language naturally into Unreal Engine. By bridging traditional filmmaking with real-time technology, he brings realism, emotion, and authenticity to virtual environments, strengthening the creative and technical standards of the studio’s workflows.
With five years in Unreal Engine and virtual production, supported by five years as a DI Conformist, he has deep expertise in real-time workflows, color pipelines, and post-production foundations. Now specializing in tracking and motion capture, he blends technical accuracy with creative problem-solving to integrate live action and virtual environments seamlessly. His knowledge of networking, scripting, and coding helps him develop efficient, production-ready pipelines, making him a key contributor across the virtual production workflow.
A passionate Senior Unreal Engine Artist, he combines creativity, precision, and strong technical expertise in real-time production. A VFX graduate from MGR Film Institute, he brings over three years of experience in virtual production, supported by solid 3D modeling skills in Blender. His expertise extends to advanced photogrammetry, contributing to high-fidelity environment reconstruction for major projects like the National Art Gallery and Manduva House. Currently specializing in world-building and Previz sequence creation, he merges artistic vision with technical accuracy to deliver immersive, production-ready environments that enhance the studio’s virtual production pipeline.
A dedicated Senior Unreal Engine Artist and Motion Capture Technician, he brings strong technical precision and creative drive to real-time production. With over 3 years of experience and a film making foundation from MGR Film Institute, he specializes in mocap setup, execution, and clean-up, seamlessly integrating motion captured data into Unreal Engine. His contributions to major projects like Indian 2 and Game Changer showcase his skill in optimizing virtual workflows and delivering high-quality results. Combining artistic vision with technical expertise, he enhances both efficiency and creativity in fast-paced production environments.
A Line Producer with a solid Business Management background, she excels in client relations, financial oversight, and project coordination while efficiently managing daily operations. Known for maintaining clear communication and smooth workflows, she ensures organized and effective production processes. Recently stepping into the creative side of production, she now supports previz follow-ups and hands-on project execution, seamlessly bridging business management with creative production.
A Line Producer who oversees projects from planning to delivery, ensuring smooth collaboration among team members, sourcing references, and managing virtual production workflows efficiently. A graduate of Visual Communication, he brings a creative perspective and consistently follows up with clients to keep communication clear and expectations aligned. Experienced in scheduling and tracking project milestones, he keeps every stage of production on track. With a focus on the creative side of previz, Prashanth connects production management with artistic execution, helping projects run efficiently while maintaining high creative standards