Vandana Bhatti

About Vandana Bhatti

The art of filmmaking is a powerful force, one that shapes minds, influences culture, and stirs deep emotion. As a producer, I’m drawn to narratives that entertain, spark conversations, and leave a lasting impact. I believe great films and campaigns are born from a strong creative vision, skillful collaboration, and clear, refined processes. My journey spans both feature films and advertising, allowing me to move seamlessly between storytelling formats. I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with leading brands and agencies including Ogilvy, Lintas, JWT, Isobar, Everest, The Mob, Niche Minds, Raymond, Marico, Nestlé, Bajaj, Samsung, Abbott, Sony, Cipla, Boost, Pfizer, and many more. As Executive Producer on Shaitan, I worked alongside Anurag Kashyap, Guneet Monga, and Bejoy Nambiar to create a film that earned both critical and cultural recognition. In the advertising world, I’ve led award-winning campaigns that have earned a New York Advertising Award, Gold at the Muse Creative Awards, and several national honors. My campaign The Faith Runner received widespread international media attention across Asia, Europe, and the U.S. At Marathon Films, the company I founded, storytelling is more than craft - it’s a philosophy. Inspired by my passion for long-distance running, it reflects values of resilience, endurance, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. Just like a marathon, great storytelling requires vision, discipline, and the will to go the distance. My vision is to tell stories rooted in India, with the power to connect with audiences around the world.

Experience

1. Founder, Producer

   Marathon Films

   Mar 2017 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   Marathon Films is a creatively driven Indian film company producing content across advertising, entertainment, and digital platforms. We craft compelling stories that evoke emotions, educate, and entertain, with creativity and collaboration at our core.An internationally award-winning company, our work has been recognized in global media. We balance creativity with communication, earning a reputation for excellence. Every project is a source of pride, and our strong client relationships fuel our passion.Marathon Social is our initiative to drive social awareness through impactful storytelling, covering causes like cancer survivors, underprivileged athletes, and government campaigns.Founded by award-winning filmmaker Vandana Bhatti, her vision and perseverance power Marathon Films.

Education

• Kendriya Vidyalaya

  KV Chennai, Science

• Delhi University

  B.A. Honours English Literature