Could you tell us how your journey into animation filmmaking began and what inspired you to pursue this field?
Ever since I was a kid, watching cartoons before school was one of the best parts of my day. That pure joy I felt back then is what drew me to creating fun things myself, something my inner child would high-five me for. I try to bottle up the same excitement and magic. When I animate, I make my characters super expressive, so the joy and emotion come through loud and clear, just like those cartoons used to make me feel. Creating something like that myself is what inspired and motivated me to pursue animation.
Your bio reflects a passion for pushing creative boundaries. What excites you most about animation as a storytelling medium?
The thing that excites me most as an animator is the limitless possibilities the medium offers. Through animation, I can bring to life anything I imagine without restrictions. I also feel it is one of the most natural ways for me to express myself, my emotions, my thoughts, and the way I see the world through different stories and narratives. I often find inspiration in everyday life, where even the simplest experiences and moments can spark new ideas and narratives for me.
As a student of Animation Film Design at NID, how has the experience shaped your perspective as a filmmaker?
Studying Animation Film Design at NID has greatly shaped my perspective as a filmmaker. While the curriculum gave me a strong foundation, the most I learned was from my batchmates, whose ideas and feedback pushed me to think differently and try new things. My mentors and faculty also guided me with their expertise and encouragement throughout these four years. Learning from such talented peers and experienced teachers taught me the value of storytelling. This shaped both my skills and the way I approach narratives as a filmmaker.
Looking ahead, what kind of stories do you dream of bringing to life through your films?
In the future, I would love to create films that truly reflect who I am as a filmmaker, stories that capture my imagination, emotions, and perspective. I hope to make films that even the five-year-old Vineet Karnani would be excited to watch while getting ready for school.
Created 30 illustrations in 30 days, each piece building on the last until the full story came together on the final day.
Exploring new styles and colour palettes through personal illustration studies, created during my free time, to expand my creative skills and visual range
