Like Father Like Son

As the old adage goes, a father leaves his legacy behind with the good hearts and souls of the children and when you ponder upon the success and achievements of Harishji, we only realize how true it is. Harishji’s father Shri Chanduji was a legendary cinematographer and a still photographer who has been an inspiration to many in his era and was one of the finest cameramen to have ever graced Indian Cinema. He was an accomplished DOP in his own league and was ahead of his time with several path breaking films and stunning visuals. Photography is a small voice, at best, but sometimes one photograph can lure our sense of awareness and Chanduji was one of them. With his spellbound photography and extravagant cinematic genius, he has left his legacy behind with films like Howrah Bridge, Mughal – E- Azam , Ziddi and Kashmir Ki Kali to name a few.

He was a guiding force behind Harishji’s success and inspired him to better his work with the best and move on with life. Harishji believes that the values and moral ethics which were inculcated by his Dad have only made him a better individual and a far greater human. Here’s a small message / poetry which conveys Harishji’s regards and tributes to his legendary father without whom he would have not been what he is !!!

Thank you Dad for always being there for being strong, yet showing you cared.

For being my protector and setting the rules for the rides, the money and the help with school.

For all the times I was grounded for my own good I may not have been happy, but I always understood

That I am lucky to be one of the few to have a Dad that loves me as much as you do.