A senior member of WICA (Western India Cinematographers Association), Shailesh Anikhindi has over 28 years of experience behind the camera, working across television, web series, documentaries, and feature films. He began his career assisting legendary cameramen and directors such as Dilip Dutta and Babubhai Mistry, and went on to shoot landmark TV shows including Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, Sara Akash, Yeh Meri Life Hai, Mamta, CID (250+ episodes), and Patiala Babes.

His portfolio also spans live award shows (Filmfare Awards, Screen Awards), reality series (Boogie Woogie, Kya Masti Kya Dhoom), and web projects for MX Player and ALTBalaji. Recently, he directed and shot a Government of India short film on traffic awareness, inaugurated by Shri Nitin Gadkari and felicitated by Shri Prakash Javadekar.

At SAIF, he brings his expertise in cinematography and lighting for screen, guiding students in both the artistry and technical craft of camera work.