Bikash Khatiwada (Commercial Photographer)

Known for his impressive commercial works, Bikash Khatiwada is a celebrated Nepalese Photographer in Nepal.

Adept at capturing his subject personality and brands’ vision, his pictures reflect captivating or staged moments that help brands foster their respective ambitions. Born on April 14, 1979, in Sindhupalchok, Nepal, His passion and enthusiasm initiated him in the field of modeling in the early days.

At the start of 2000s Nepalese advertising and fashion industry saw Mr. Khadiwada being the face of prominent brands like Standard Chartered Bank, Samsung Nepal, Everest Beer, Subisu Internet, Mangalam Pipes, and more. His camaraderie with the camera continued when he started his career as a commercial photographer.

This early photographic endeavor, in 2008, was started by opening a Studio at his home. His break into advertisement came after he got the responsibility to shoot a commercial for Prime Bank Nepal. With other works in pipelines and adhering to strict commitments, Mr. Khatiwada started his own company named “Innovative Entertainment” to include his vision of running a Modeling Agency in Nepal.

After a decade-long career in commercial photography and artist management, he is considered to be one of the frontmen of his work in Nepal. His journey did not stop here as he and his fellow photographers co-founded The Nepal Photographers Association which helped in aligning various photographers together and helped in providing training, projects, and job placements as well.

Having shot more than 12,000 ad layouts by now, He has worked as an official photographer for reality shows like The Voice Nepal and Dancing With The Stars. In addition to that, his work also includes The Mount Everest Fashion Runway, which was certified by Guinness World Records for being the highest altitude fashion show held at Kalapatther (above 5350 Meters). Currently living in Kathmandu, Nepal, Mr. Khatiwada’s commercial portfolio today includes works for brands like Samsung, Tuborg Beer, Yahama, Honda, Sunsilk, Himalayan, Set Wet, WorldLink Communication, Ncell, and many more.