Widely recognized as one of the finest cinematographers working in Nepal. Shyam is a true documentary filmmaker, with a great passion for storytelling and understanding of cinematography.

Presently with Shunyata Film Production, has worked for many prestigious national and international television and film companies like CNN and Al Jazeera Arabic and some renowned national and international filmmakers and journalists, including award-winning filmmakers Kesang Tseten (Who will be a Gurkha and Trembling Mountain, among others) extensively.

Has produced several short films and worked with CNN on post-quake productions and Al Jazeera Arabic. Fluent in English, Nepali and Hindi and skilled in Adobe-Premiere, After-effects, Photoshop, and Final Cut Pro.