Milind Sulekha Purushottam

Milind Sulekha Purushottam
Born	Milind Purushottam Kamble (1984-09-29) September 29, 1984 (age 40) Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Other names	Milind SP
Alma mater	Fr. Agnel Polytechnic
Occupation(s)	Filmmaker, entrepreneur, IT professional
Years active	2011–present
Organization	FGM Production

Milind Sulekha Purushottam is an Indian filmmaker in Marathi and Hindi cinema, an entrepreneur, and an information technology professional. ^{[1] [ failed verification ] [2]} As the founder of FGM Film Production & Management, Milind has received accolades, including the Veer Tanaji and Queen of Jhansi Award (2022) ^{[1] [2]} and recognition at the Satara Bhushan Award Ceremony, for his contributions to arts and culture. ^{[1] [2]}

Early life and education

Milind Sulekha Purushottam was born in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, to Purushottam Kamble and Sulekha Kamble. ^{[1] [2]} Chitra Kamble gifted him his first camera. ^{[1] [2]}

Milind attended St. Mary's High School, Vashi, before pursuing a diploma in Industrial Electronics at Fr. Agnel Polytechnic, Navi Mumbai. ^{[1] [2]}

Training and mentorship

Milind learned the fundamentals of direction and filmmaking ^[3] under his cousin, Avinash M. Jadhav, a filmmaker known for projects in Bollywood, Tollywood, and Hollywood.

Milind honed his acting and direction skills under Rajesh Mayekar at Vishnudas Bhave Natyagruha and Sadhana Ishwar Kalabrahma – Shastrashudh Kala Shikshan. ^[4]

Career

Milind began his career in the Indian film industry, working in various capacities as assistant director, associate director, and assistant editor. ^[3] He contributed to several notable projects, including: ^{[2] [3]}

Doordarshan Serials

Doordarshan Serials ^[2]

Serial Name	Role
Sukha Dukha Chaya Vaate Var	Assistant Director [4] [3]
Suraksha	Assistant Director [4] [3]
Gandhari Che Dole	Assistant Director [4] [3]
Chakva	Assistant Director [4] [3]
Bedhune Chaar	Assistant Director [4] [3]
Gangaa	Assistant Director [4] [3]

Documentary and Docu-Film Projects

Documentary and Docu-Film Projects

Project Name	Role
Bodhivriksh	Episode Director (Lord Buddha Channel) [2]
Caravan Ek Kaafila	Stills and Making [2]

Marathi cinema

Marathi cinema contributions

Project Name	Role
Zhala Bobhata	DI-Colorist [2] [4] [3]
Mohar	Stills and Making (One Day Shoot) [4]

Notable works

Notable Works

Work Title	Role
Bhook: The Hunger	Director/Editor [2] [4] [3]
Tezaab: The Burning Wound	Director/Editor [2] [4] [3]

Awards and recognition

Awards and Recognition

Award Title	Year	Description
Veer Tanaji and Queen of Jhansi Award	2022	Honoring contributions to arts and culture [2] [4]
Satara Bhushan Award	2022	Recognized for excellence in filmmaking [2] [4]

Milind also worked on several high-profile projects under Avinash M. Jadhav, including:

Projects Worked as Trainee under Avinash M. Jadhav ^[4]

Type	Project Title
Films	Bodyguard [4]
Films	Dabangg [4]
Films	Singham [4]
TV Serials	Geet [4]
TV Serials	Godhbharai [4]

Collaborations

Milind's creative collaborations include his work with Krishna Mohan Avancha, whose projects often draw from Indian ancient knowledge and spirituality. ^[4] Their joint ventures reflect a unique blend of storytelling ^[3] that combines modern filmmaking with traditional values. ^[4]

References

1. "Story of Milind Sulekha Purushottam Who Created a New Identity in the Indian Film Industry". Dainik Bhaskar UP. 2 December 2024. Archived from the original on 4 December 2024. Retrieved 2 December 2024.
2. "मिलिंद सुलेखा पूरुषोत्तम: भारतीय सिनेमा में जुनून, धैर्य और कहानी कहने के माध्यम से एक अद्वितीय यात्रा - mobile". punjabkesari. 30 October 2024. Archived from the original on 14 December 2024. Retrieved 30 December 2024.
3. "Milind Sulekha Purushottam: Crafting Visual Narratives Through Filmmaking and Color Grading". Filmy Charcha. 6 January 2025. Archived from the original on 15 January 2025. Retrieved 15 January 2025.
4. "भारतीय फिल्म उद्योग में नई पहचान बनाने वाले मिलिंद सुलेखा पुरुषोत्तम की कहानी - Dainik Bhaskar | Uttar Pradesh News, UP Dainikbhaskar". Dainik Bhaskar | Uttar Pradesh News, UP Dainikbhaskar. 2 December 2024. Archived from the original on 4 December 2024. Retrieved 30 December 2024.

External links

• Milind Sulekha Purushottam at IMDb
• Milind Sulekha Purushottam Archived 15 December 2024 at the Wayback Machine at FilmFreeway