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“Indra captured our documentary in Pokhara with absolute stillness and respect. He never once rushed the stone-carvers or broke their rhythm.”
OPENING FRAME
AVAILABLE FOR 2026 COMMISSIONS
INDRA
MOKTAN
CINEMATOGRAPHER · PHOTOGRAPHER · ENTREPRENEUR
REC
FOCUS LOCKED
00:00:00:00
FRAME 0001
Creative Statement
I DON'T JUST CAPTURE MOMENTS.
I BUILD HOW THEY ARE REMEMBERED.
SELECTED FRAMES
KIT — BY FORMAT
Format-Level Transparency: Full-frame cinema & high-res stills body · Fast prime optical package (24mm, 35mm, 50mm, 85mm) · 3-axis gyro stabilization · Licensed sub-250g 4K aerial platform · Specialized anamorphic and lighting packages rented per production scope in Nepal.
WHAT I DO
FIVE WAYS INTO A FRAME
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01CINEMATOGRAPHY
Narrative and documentary camera work — light, movement and framing in service of the story.
01 BEHIND THE CARDFull-frame cinema capture · fast prime set · wireless focus pull — light shaped for the story, never for its own sake.
FORMAT · KTM · 24 FPS -
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02PHOTOGRAPHY
Portraits, editorial and commercial photography — captured on the same shoots or as their own assignment.
02 BEHIND THE CARDPortraits, editorial and commercial stills — captured beside the camera on the same job, or as their own shoot day.
35MM · KTM · ON-SET -
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03FILM PRODUCTION
Small crews, short chains of command — production handled so shooting days stay about shooting.
03 BEHIND THE CARDSmall crews, short chains of command — budgeting, permits and call sheets handled so the shooting day stays about shooting.
35MM · KTM · CREW 3–8 -
04AERIAL
Drone work for establishing shots and landscapes across Nepal’s hills and cities.
04 BEHIND THE CARDLicensed commercial drone lines for resorts, tourism and terrain — flown slow and framed like a dolly.
35MM · NPL · FLOWN 4K -
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05CONTENT CREATION
Short-form cuts and social edits — the same frame discipline, at feed speed.
05 BEHIND THE CARDShort-form cuts and social edits — the same frame discipline, compression-tested for feed speed.
35MM · 9:16 · VERTICAL MASTER
CRAFT · MODULAR HARDWARE
TOOLS OF THE TRADE
THE 35MM FIELD RIG — INTERACTIVE A-CAM BLUEPRINT
A-CAM FIELD BUILD // 35MM PRODUCTION
01: FAST PRIME OPTICAL SET
MODULE 01 · FRONT OPTICAL GROUP
Fast Prime Optical Set & Carbon Matte Box
Geared cinema primes (24mm, 35mm, 50mm, 85mm T1.5) with continuous de-clicked iris and internal focus. Fitted with a carbon fiber matte box, french top flag, and 4x5.65 IRND filters to maintain shallow depth of field under blazing Himalayan high-altitude sun.
APERTURE
T1.5 – T22 Fast Cine
FILTRATION
4x5.65 True-Color IRND
FOCUS THROW
300° Smooth Rotation
COVERAGE
Full-Frame 36x24mm
“The lens decides whether the audience leans forward into a whisper or glances away from the screen.”
PROFILE · 001
THE VISION
behind the lens
Indra Moktan is a professional cinematographer, photographer, and entrepreneur based in Kathmandu. Driven by travel, motorcycles, and the natural textures of Nepal, he built a standout presence through high-end wedding cinematography, commercial brand shoots, and full-service media production. As the founder of Moktan Films & Moktan Photography Nepal, he blends cutting-edge camera craft with business execution that turns ideas into unforgettable visuals.
- 10+ YEARS BEHIND THE LENS
- 500+ PROJECTS & CELEBRATIONS
- 08 STUDIO DISCIPLINES
- 100% PASSION & EXECUTION
COLOR SCIENCE · DYNAMIC RANGE
COLOR GRADING & LIGHT
14+ STOPS DYNAMIC RANGE · FLAT S-LOG3 SENSOR CAPTURE TO 35MM KODAK 2383 PRINT
PIPELINE:
REC.709 · KODAK 2383 PRINT EMULATION · 14.5 STOPS
FLAT LOG / RAW CAPTURE
35MM KODAK GRADE
#D48C46
AMBER SUNLIGHT
#231C18
VELVET SHADOW
#E6CA9D
SKIN ROLLOFF
#5B6C7E
HIMALAYAN MIST
#8C4927
MOUNTAIN WOOL
CREATIVE PHILOSOPHY
I don't light a scene until I've sat in it for a while. The room already knows where the story wants to go — my job is to follow the light that's there, and only add when it argues back.
VIEWFINDER · FRAME 01
HOW I SEE
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THE FIRST SHUTTER & THE OPEN ROAD
Driven by two wheels and a lifelong love for visual light across Nepal. Riding highways with a camera around the neck, discovering how golden dawn cuts through Himalayan fog and shapes raw, candid faces.
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WEDDINGS & CANDID EMOTIONS
Stepping into grand cultural celebrations across Kathmandu and Patan. Mastering fast handheld camera motion under pressure, preserving authentic tearful smiles and genuine cultural rituals.
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MOKTAN PHOTOGRAPHY EXPANSION
Transitioning from solo freelance work into establishing Moktan Photography Nepal. Developing signature warm film color grading, premier portrait sessions, and a loyal commercial client base.
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AERIALS & HIMALAYAN HORIZONS
Investing in professional aerial drone platforms and high-speed cinema optics. Unlocking sweeping perspectives over terraced hills, luxury resorts, and mountain topography with smooth cinematic flight lines.
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FOUNDING MOKTAN FILMS
Expanding from camera operator into full creative entrepreneur. Launching Moktan Films to manage end-to-end commercial productions: lighting crews, cinema rigs, and corporate brand campaigns.
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTION & BEYOND
Directing high-visibility commercial commercials, music videos, and resort documentaries. Continually innovating with cutting-edge camera rigs, cinematic storytelling, and exceptional production quality.
TRUST & PROOF · ON-SET WORDS
WHAT COLLABORATORS SAY
HONEST STORIES · REAL SHOOTS
“The 30-second commercial felt like a festival short film. Indra understands natural light and pacing better than any commercial team we've hired in Kathmandu.”
“Watching him shoot in Thamel with just one camera and available light made us realize gear doesn't make the movie — vision does.”