Rahul Karandikar — Photographer, TEDx Speaker, Pune
Available for Projects — 2026
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Rahul Karandikar

TEDx Speaker
Fashion & Editorial Photographer
Photographer Mentor
Rahul Karandikar portrait
8+ Years in craft
About

A photographer who builds brands.
A mentor who builds businesses.

Rahul Karandikar is a fashion, portrait, and editorial photographer based in Pune. He works with professionals, founders, and brands to create images that aren't just beautiful — they're strategic. Every frame is built to communicate authority, build trust, and make an immediate impression.

Beyond the lens, Rahul mentors photographers to build strong, sustainable businesses — through better pricing, client systems, and positioning. His TEDx talk and published editorial work cement him as one of Pune's leading voices in photography and personal branding.

8+ Years
500+ Clients
TEDx Talk
100+ Mentees
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What I Do

Signature Services

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Fashion Photography
Editorial fashion shoots for designers, models & stylists. Campaign-level production in Pune.
Shoots
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Portrait & Branding
Professional portraits for founders, executives & creators who want to look like they mean business.
Portraits
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Editorial Photography
Storytelling images for magazines, digital publications & brand campaigns across India.
Editorial
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Brand Photography
Full-scale brand content for product launches, campaigns & social media presence.
Brand
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Photographer Mentorship
1-on-1 mentorship to build pricing strategy, attract quality clients & grow a sustainable business.
Mentorship
Selected Work

Featured Projects

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Magazine editorial by Rahul Karandikar
Editorial

Magazine Feature

Personal branding portrait
Portrait

Brand Portrait

Fashion creative direction
Fashion

Creative Direction

Brand campaign shoot
Brand

Campaign Shoot

Editorial storytelling
Editorial

Storytelling

Professional portrait
Portrait

Executive Portrait

Fashion editorial campaign
Fashion

Editorial Campaign

Mentorship Programme

Built for photographers who are good at shooting but struggling to build a business.

Real strategy. No fluff. Whether you're undercharging, attracting wrong clients, or stuck at the same income — this mentorship changes the game. Business clarity, not just better photos.

Pricing frameworks that reflect your actual worth
Systems to attract and retain premium clients
Positioning yourself as a market authority
Building a real business, not a hustle
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What's Inside

A structured programme to help you build the photography business you've always wanted.

1-on-1 strategy sessions with Rahul
Pricing & packaging overhaul
Client attraction & retention systems
Personal brand & positioning review
90-day business growth roadmap
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Get in Touch

Ready to create something
worth remembering?

Whether it's a photoshoot, a brand campaign, or mentorship — every conversation starts with a simple enquiry. Fill the form or reach out directly.

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Location Warje, Pune, India
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Phone & WhatsApp +91 6262 575 717
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    "How you look is
    how you're trusted."

    If you're serious about your brand — your image isn't a detail, it's the strategy. Let's build it together.