Katha Amaltas | Research-Led Film and Cultural Storytelling Studio

Katha Amaltas is a multidisciplinary creative studio and film practice founded by the duo Gurman Kaur and Mukul Kapoor. Based on the philosophy of 'Two People, One Practice,' the studio works at the intersection of film, research, and cultural documentation in India. Their work is characterized by a research-led approach that produces visually grounded narratives shaped from within the communities and artistic practices they document. Gurman Kaur, a multidisciplinary writer and filmmaker, contributes expertise in artist documentaries and scripting, focusing on culturally rooted stories that are emotionally precise. Mukul Kapoor, an award-winning independent film director, brings a background in observational filmmaking and long-term on-ground engagement across art and narrative cinema. The studio's service offerings include 'Artist Films,' which provide intimate portraits of an artist’s process; 'Cultural Documentaries' that explore lived traditions and contemporary practices; and 'Exhibition & Gallery Films' designed to contextualize works within gallery spaces. Additionally, Katha Amaltas produces brand narratives and short-form vertical stories, maintaining a commitment to authorship and intent across all digital platforms. Their portfolio includes collaborations such as documentaries for the French Embassy in India and Villa Swagatam, tracing artistic exchanges across diverse cultural ecosystems.