07 January,2026 02:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Nagarjuna Akkineni and Andreas Brueckl
Annapurna Studios, one of the most respected and pioneering entertainment institutions of the country, has onboarded senior colourist Andreas Brueckl to its creative team, led by CTO C.V. Rao. With over two decades of experience across Europe and Asia, Andreas has worked extensively on feature films, premium streaming content, and international commercial projects, and is known for his contributions to several landmark Indian titles in recent years.
Andreas is hailed as a pioneer in modern colour grading workflows and was the first colorist to introduce and implement ACES at scale in Asia.
He also graded India's first HDR Dolby Vision feature film for Netflix and was the first to use scene-referred colour grading, playing a key role in establishing contemporary HDR and colour-managed pipelines for long-form storytelling.
Widely regarded for his refined sense of cinematic textures, driven by a precise understanding of cameras, lenses, and light, Andreas has worked on critically acclaimed and blockbuster titles like Paatal Lok, Jailer, Sacred Games, Maidaan, Delhi Crime, and Daaku Maharaj, along with other projects and collaborations extending to Los Angeles, Europe, and the Middle East.
"At Annapurna Studios, we strive for creative excellence and are committed to working with the finest talent," Supriya Yarlagadda, Executive Director of Annapurna Studios, said. "We are pleased to welcome Andreas Brueckl, whose expertise will strengthen and enrich our team."
CV Rao, CTO of Annapurna Studios, said, "With a strong and accomplished creative team already in place, we are pleased to welcome Andreas Brueckl. His extensive experience across both international projects and Indian cinema brings valuable perspectives that will further expand our creative vision."
With Andreas Brueckl joining Annapurna Studios, led by legendary actor Nagarjuna Akkineni, the studio further strengthens its commitment to world-class visual craftsmanship, advanced imaging workflows, and creative excellence.
His presence marks an important step in expanding Annapurna Studios' position as a leading creative and technical hub for premium Indian and international productions, as it proudly celebrates 50 years of cinematic legacy, continuing to shape the future of world-class storytelling and inspire generations of filmmakers and audiences alike.
In 2025, Annapurna Studios scripted history by launching India's first Dolby certified postproduction facility for cinema & home, which was unveiled by the globally renowned filmmaker SS Rajamouli in the presence of the celebrated actor Nagarjuna Akkineni, Vice Chairman of Annapurna Studios.
