Biography

Anmol Karnik is an Indian advertising filmmaker and partner at Morfeus Films, known for his work across branded content, documentaries, and motion picture advertisements. His journey in filmmaking began during his childhood, with a deep fascination for motion pictures and their ability to bring stories to life. At the age of fifteen, he apprenticed with renowned ad filmmaker Robert John Pinto, which set the foundation for his future career in the industry.

Anmol pursued a bachelor's of fine arts degree (BFA) in film production in Los Angeles, further honing his craft. During his time in the U.S., he gained valuable industry experience by interning with Warner Bros. Television and the California Film Commission. He also worked alongside Oscar-nominated filmmaker Gregg Helvey and Cannes competition nominee Mason Richards, enhancing his technical skills and understanding of storytelling.

In 2012, Anmol moved to London to pursue a master's of arts degree (MA) in the management of creative industries at Kingston University, graduating with the highest distinction. In London, he worked as a junior logistics liaison officer for the Olympic Broadcasting Services and as an assistant camera operator during the Triathlon Events at the 2012 London Olympics, broadening his expertise in live event broadcasting and international production.

Anmol's short films, including Maya and The Interrogation of Guru Kartaar Singh, were showcased at prestigious film festivals, including the Cannes Film Festival in 2013. Over the years, he has created more than 600 videos, documentaries, branded content films, and advertisements for notable organizations such as Pidilite, Raymond, OnePlus, Reliance Foundation, Ethos Watches, Barclays, and Vice Media.

Throughout his career, Anmol has contributed to international shows such as Indian Matchmaking and My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman on Netflix, as well as the upcoming Queens Park on Disney+.

In 2015, he collaborated with filmmaker Akash Chopra to document Sri M's The Walk of Hope, a 7,500-kilometer journey on foot advocating peace and unity across India. Their documentary, Walking With M, gained international recognition and won several awards, including Best Documentary at Film Fest International (Berlin FFI) and the Global Peace Award at The International Film Festival The Hague. 

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Anmol expanded his creative pursuits by launching The Currious List Podcast, which featured over 40 episodes with notable guests such as Zoya Akhtar, Sooni Taraporevala, Sumukhi Suresh, Rakesh Omprakash Mehra, Meghna Gulzar, and Rohan Shrestha, among others. Alongside the podcast, he produced a documentary on the life of a farmer in rural Maharashtra, which earned recognition and funding from Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited.

During this time, Anmol also pursued further education, completing an MBA from the Quantic School of Business and Technology, Washington DC, to strengthen his expertise in business and marketing.

In 2023, Anmol became a partner at Morfeus Films, where he has since conceptualized, written, and directed advertising films for brands such as the Indian Racing Festival, Royal Ranthambore Whisky, 8PM Whisky, Magic Moments Vodka, and Raft Motors. His projects have featured prominent celebrities including Saif Ali Khan, Arjun Kapoor, John Abraham, Sourav Ganguly, and Sunny Singh, further solidifying his reputation in the industry.

With a career that spans both creative and business acumen, Anmol continues to make a mark in the marketing and production industry. His diverse body of work reflects his passion for storytelling and commitment to visual communication.