About Dancing Panda Films

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Priyanka Shailendra has been a part of the Indian film industry (Bollywood) for over 15 years, gaining extensive experience in filmmaking across production, direction, and writing. As a member of a renowned Bollywood family known for their contributions as writers and lyricists, Priyanka has been immersed in the world of cinema and music since childhood, constantly aspiring to create magic through visuals. She has written three Bollywood feature films currently in progress—The Artist, Bloody Story, and Me—crafted for different entities in India. Her creative adaptability has allowed her to meet the evolving requirements of broadcasters, and she recently contributed as an assistant producer on Shazia Javed’s Potluck Ladies, aired on Hollywood Suites and YES TV.

Priyanka has successfully ventured into directing, showcasing her talents across various platforms. She has helmed commercials for prominent brands such as Yes Bank, Gili Apparels, and Zee Ozee Network. Her short film The Unnamed Crime was nominated at the Mumbai International Women’s Film Festival in 2013, further solidifying her directorial prowess while also producing the same. She also directed a musical short film for Zoom TV featuring former Miss India Ankita Shorey, produced by the esteemed music channel helmed by the Times of India group. 

As a producer, Priyanka continues to create impactful content that connects with audiences worldwide. She had the opportunity to produce a show for Disney Hotstar back in India in 2020 while her recent short film, Dark Memories, which she also directed and wrote, premiered at the IFFSA Festival 2024. The film explores the story of a girl haunted by the trauma of the male gaze in India and its repercussions in Canada. Dark Memories is currently making its way through international festivals. Another of her produced works, Friends at My Expense, created in association with Millennial X, was showcased at the Nuit Blanche Festival Toronto 2023. Priyanka’s feature film Frozen earned critical acclaim at the Canadian Film Festival pitch platform in 2023 and the BIG PITCH at TIFF 2024, reflecting her skill in storytelling that resonates across cultural boundaries. Priyanka is an Alum of the Norman Jewison CFC(Canadian Film Center) Producer’s Film Program 2024 and is now actively working in the production world within the Canadian Film and Television industry along with the Indian Film industry as well.

Priyanka’s relocation to Canada signifies her commitment to producing high-concept, engaging stories that blend substance with commercial appeal, reflecting her unwavering focus on creating content with a meaningful impact that resonate with audiences worldwide.

Hisham is an accomplished professional with a strong background in accounting and finance.

With over 10 years of global experience working with companies across diverse industries, Hisham has honed his skills in financial analysis, reporting, and strategic planning. He has successfully navigated the intricacies of various business sectors, gaining a comprehensive understanding of their financial dynamics and challenges.

He holds the prestigious Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) qualification, showcasing his expertise in the field. Hisham further honed his financial skills by achieving an MSc in Financial Management from Edinburgh Business School.

Carroll Chiramel, an Indo-Canadian editor,
producer, and director, is a distinguished alumnus of the Canadian Film Centre (CFC) 2022 Norman Jewison Film Program.  
His journey in the world of film began as an editor in the Bollywood Film and TV industry in 2000 before he relocated to Canada in 2010. This unique blend of experiences in both Indian and Canadian cinema has honed his keen sense of storytelling, resulting in exceptional works that resonate with audiences worldwide.
Throughout his career in the Canadian film and TV industry, Carroll has achieved remarkable success with various projects. Notably, his feature film "Under the Sun" garnered the audience choice award at the 2015 Mill Valley Film Festival in California. Additionally, his works have been featured on platforms
like Amazon Prime and Super Channel, with the feature film "Dance Together" being one of the highlights. Carroll's talent and dedication to his craft have been recognized through numerous accolades. His award-winning short film "Forbidden Tikka Masala" secured seven international awards, including recognition at the Edmonton International Film Festival 2018, a prestigious OSCAR Qualifying Film Festival, and TIFF Film Circuit. Furthermore, his short film "Meet the Parents" earned the Best Short Film title at the African Movie Academy Awards in 2016. Recently, his short film "Sight" was selected for the esteemed Fantasia Film
Festival 2023. His films have been showcased at renowned festivals such as the Toronto Short Film Festival, Toronto Black Film Festival, Edmonton International Film Festivals, Mill Valley Film Festival, and Milledgeville Film Festival, among others. As a testament to his versatility, Carroll has also ventured into producing several short films, and he is currently working on a web series titled "Potluck Ladies." With a perfect balance of traditional and contemporary filmmaking techniques, Carroll brings a unique touch to each of his projects, ensuring that they reach
their full potential. His proficiency in postproduction has led him to establish a
successful studio in GTA, providing top-notch services to various producers, including editing, visual effects, and color grading.

Shawn Arranha has been in the Film Industry more than 19 years in  the media profession, Shawn Arranha  started off as 

 production assistant on Channel V Show Headbangers Ball. From then on for 5 years, he worked as an Assistant Director 

with various production houses, for Music Videos and Commercials. Some of the prestigious banners being Ramesh Deo 

Productions, Far Productions, Highlight Films, 30 Seconds, Rediffusion, Nomads, etc..

He then shifted to Films and worked on projects like Saathiya, Lakshya, Ek Ajnabee, The Rising : Mangal Pandey, Shootout At Lokhandwala, etc

He has Made His Debut Film Called Hide & Seek which got critical acclaimed by many reviewers.

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He has recently Directed Teraa Surroor which was declared a Hit in Box Office.