Mira Kapoor x Schwarzkopf Professional
Role: Director / DP
Project Overview
Hair isn't just about how it looks — it’s about how it moves, how it lives, and how it reflects who you are.
In this editorial piece for Schwarzkopf Professional, we captured Mira Kapoor in a candid, unfiltered space — talking beauty, routine, and the stories behind her signature hair looks. No heavy styling. No overdone glam. Just a clean, confident vibe rooted in reality.
The visual tone was soft and editorial, designed to feel like an off-duty moment caught just right. A mix of tight, intimate frames and ambient texture brought that balance of polish and personality to life.
Challenges & Learnings
Challenge —
10 minutes, zero room for error.
This was one of those blink-and-you-miss-it setups. We had no retakes, no slow build. Mira was on a tight runway schedule, so everything had to be ready before she walked in.
10 minutes, zero room for error.
This was one of those blink-and-you-miss-it setups. We had no retakes, no slow build. Mira was on a tight runway schedule, so everything had to be ready before she walked in.
I pre-lit the space, locked the frame, ran audio checks, and waited. The second she stepped in, we miked her up, rolled camera, and captured the entire piece in a single take.
Learning —
Preparation is everything.
Preparation is everything.
When you're working with top-tier talent on a live event day, you don’t get second chances.
Pre-lighting, pre-framing, and locking everything in makes those 5–10 minutes count.
Keeping the vibe relaxed and focused helps the subject ease in — even when the clock’s ticking.
Credits—
Shot & Directed by: Akshay Pawar [@akshaypawar.95]
Edited by: Siddharth Seelaboyina
Brand Manager: Rhea Sanil [@rheasanil_]
Assist: Foram Patel [@forraaammmmmm], Reva Dwivedi [@revadvd]
Credits—
Shot & Directed by: Akshay Pawar [@akshaypawar.95]
Edited by: Siddharth Seelaboyina
Brand Manager: Rhea Sanil [@rheasanil_]
Assist: Foram Patel [@forraaammmmmm], Reva Dwivedi [@revadvd]
