Nishant Pillai

About Nishant Pillai

Founder & Creative Producer | Budget Lab ProductionsFrom IT sales boardrooms to film sets, my journey has been about chasing passion with purpose. After 17+ years in IT sales, I followed my true calling—cinema—and established Budget Lab Productions in Cochin, Kerala.In the past few years, I’ve:Produced 1 Malayalam feature film (Sthanarthi Sreekuttan) that earned critical acclaim across Kerala and India.Created 21 award-winning short films (50+ awards) and produced 500+ minutes of content.Introduced 75+ new technicians into both short and feature film industries, fostering the next generation of creative talent. My vision is to build a “cinema factory” model—an ecosystem where new talents are discovered, nurtured, and equipped to excel in the Indian film industry.I thrive at the intersection of creativity, storytelling, and production strategy, and I’m always open to connecting with filmmakers, producers, distributors, and creative collaborators who believe in pushing the boundaries of storytelling.

Experience

1. Co-founder

   The Learner

   Apr 2022 — Present · Kochi, IN

   Started in April 2022, The Learner has been focusing on three key verticals in the education sector• Assist Kindergarten, Pre Primary and Primary schools to develop transformational curriculum design aligned with the mission and vision of the institution.• To explore the advantages and challenges of using learning engagements in teacher’s daily teaching practices, the thinking routines and engaging breaks.• To be a guiding factor for children who need extra care and attention that would help them excel both in academics and to think creatively.

Education

• Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies

  Marketing