Ratna Neelam Pandey
- Casting Department
- Casting Director
- Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
Ratna Neelam Pandey is an accomplished Indian filmmaker, writer, lyricist, and actress known for her authentic storytelling and deep-rooted connection to Indian culture. With a passion for portraying nuanced narratives, she has carved a unique space in the Indian film and advertising industry.
In 2023, Ms. Pandey wrote, directed, and acted in Kaisi Ye Dor, a critically noted Hindi film that explores human relationships against the spiritual backdrop of Banaras. Her performance and direction in the film underscore her versatility and creative depth. She also penned the lyrics for songs featured in the film.
Her directorial work includes Yeh Ishq Tera (2022) the WARmeo TVC advertisement (2021) and the End Jattiye (2024). Her artistic vision and attention to detail have earned her recognition across a variety of formats-from feature films and ad campaigns to music videos.
Ms. Pandey began her artistic journey in theatre, performing with alumni from prestigious institutions such as the National School of Drama (NSD) and the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII). She has acted in several ad campaigns and films including Vedanta, Abaddh Kaisi Ye Dor and the Krishna Arjun.
Her extensive behind-the-scenes experience includes casting and second unit direction for a range of high-profile projects. She has contributed to films like The Diplomat (2025) Ulajh (2024) Lost (2023) Kadak Singh (2023) Maja Ma (2022) and Ajeeb Daastaans (2021) as well as web series such as Rangbaaz (2022) and Shehar Lakhot.
In the advertising and television promo space, she has worked on campaigns for brands such as SpiceJet and VU, and produced promos for popular shows like Bitti Business Wali, Badho Bahu, Siddhi Vinayak, Yeh Hai Mohabbatein, and Kumkum Bhagya across leading channels including Zee TV and Star Plus.
Ms. Pandey multifaceted expertise spanning direction, writing, acting, casting, and production reflects her deep commitment to the craft of storytelling and her ability to bring powerful emotionally resonant stories to life.
In 2023, Ms. Pandey wrote, directed, and acted in Kaisi Ye Dor, a critically noted Hindi film that explores human relationships against the spiritual backdrop of Banaras. Her performance and direction in the film underscore her versatility and creative depth. She also penned the lyrics for songs featured in the film.
Her directorial work includes Yeh Ishq Tera (2022) the WARmeo TVC advertisement (2021) and the End Jattiye (2024). Her artistic vision and attention to detail have earned her recognition across a variety of formats-from feature films and ad campaigns to music videos.
Ms. Pandey began her artistic journey in theatre, performing with alumni from prestigious institutions such as the National School of Drama (NSD) and the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII). She has acted in several ad campaigns and films including Vedanta, Abaddh Kaisi Ye Dor and the Krishna Arjun.
Her extensive behind-the-scenes experience includes casting and second unit direction for a range of high-profile projects. She has contributed to films like The Diplomat (2025) Ulajh (2024) Lost (2023) Kadak Singh (2023) Maja Ma (2022) and Ajeeb Daastaans (2021) as well as web series such as Rangbaaz (2022) and Shehar Lakhot.
In the advertising and television promo space, she has worked on campaigns for brands such as SpiceJet and VU, and produced promos for popular shows like Bitti Business Wali, Badho Bahu, Siddhi Vinayak, Yeh Hai Mohabbatein, and Kumkum Bhagya across leading channels including Zee TV and Star Plus.
Ms. Pandey multifaceted expertise spanning direction, writing, acting, casting, and production reflects her deep commitment to the craft of storytelling and her ability to bring powerful emotionally resonant stories to life.
