Jay Oza

Jay Pinak Oza is an Indian cinematographer known for his work in Hindi films and web series. He has worked on notable projects such as Raman Raghav 2.0, Blackmail, Gully Boy, Made in Heaven, Ghoul and Toofaan. He was selected as one of the ten participants for the BAFTA Breakthrough India talent initiative in 2021. During his college years, he interned as a set production assistant (PA), which sparked his interest in filmmaking. In the film, Oza’s cinematography captured the narrow streets of Mumbai and the contrasting high life of Delhi, blending realism with visual storytelling.

He has also worked on Rakeysh Om Prakash Mehra's Toofaan (2021), Aryan Khan’s streaming series The Bas***ds of Bollywood (2025), and upcoming film Jee Le Zaraa which will be directed by Farhan Akhtar.

Cinematographic style Oza’s work has been noted for its focus on realism and emotional sensitivity in his visual storytelling. He emphasizes the importance of capturing the environment authentically, as seen in Gully Boy, where mixed lighting conditions in Dharavi were maintained without over grading, creating an immersive experience.

Filmography Films

Series

Short Films

Year Title Director Role Notes 2016 Chutney Jyoti Kapur Das Cinematographer 2018 August 25 Gautam Parvi Cinematographer

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