Imtiaz Ali, known for his directorial prowess with films like Jab We Met, Love Aaj Kal, Rockstar, and Highway, has also ventured into the world of photography. Besides his recent foray into production for OTT shows like Dr. Arora and She, Imtiaz had also taken on the role of a judge in a photography-based reality show. What many may not realize is that Imtiaz is a talented photographer himself, a passion he doesn’t often indulge in due to his role as a film director.

In a conversation with News18, Imtiaz confessed his deep fondness for photography but lamented the limited opportunities he gets to pursue it while directing films.He explained that having a skilled photographer in his cinematography team, operating alongside him, often demotivates him from engaging in still photography. He admitted that the majority of his personal photographs are taken using his phone camera and typically capture food, places and faces.
Imtiaz expressed regret about not fully pursuing his passion for photography but he remains hopeful that one day he’ll have the chance to dedicate more time to it. One constant theme in his movies is the city of Delhi, which holds a special place in his heart due to the time he spent there. He believes there’s still much of Delhi left unexplored and sees the city as an endless source of visual storytelling possibilities, brimming with drama.
Currently, Imtiaz is preparing for his upcoming project, a biopic on Amar Singh Chamkila, featuring Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra in lead roles. Both actors have also lent their voices to the film’s soundtrack. The movie is set for a direct-to-digital release.