Experience two action-packed days at the VFX Summit — a hub for visionaries redefining visual effects, computer graphics and interactive media. Dive into talks, networking and future-forward showcases that celebrate the art and innovation driving India’s VFX industry.
How to Make your Dragon
11:15am - 12:00pm IST 2nd November | HICC, Hyderabad
How do art, Technology and storytelling come together to create the spectacular world of How to Train Your Dragon? From lifelike Creatures to breathtaking Animation, what goes into bringing such imagination to life on screen? Through this session, Akhauri will take you through the creative and technical process behind crafting the film’s stunning visuals. You’ll come away with a deeper appreciation of how innovation and artistry work hand in hand to build unforgettable cinematic worlds.
Crafting The World of Wicked
2:15pm - 3:00pm IST 2nd November | HICC, Hyderabad
How was the magical world of Wicked brought to life? From enchanting Environments to spellbinding Visual Effects, what goes into creating a universe where every frame shimmers with imagination? Drawing from his extensive experience on the film, Jonathan will walk you through the creative and technical process behind crafting Wicked’s fantastical world. You’ll come away with a deeper understanding of how art, design and technology come together to redefine cinematic storytelling.
Meet our Speakers
Akhauri P. Sinha | Managing Director, India
Akhauri joined Framestore in 2020 to lead its state-of-the-art Mumbai studio — a purpose-built, tech-forward facility located at the intersection of the city’s thriving film and technology hubs. With over two decades of experience spanning film, TV, and visual effects, he brings deep insight into both India’s VFX landscape and the broader media and entertainment industry.
Over the last five years, under his leadership, the Mumbai studio has grown into a well-connected creative powerhouse — expanding in both size and stature to become home to disciplines including modelling, tracking, FX, lighting, compositing, and animation. His strategic direction and eye for innovation have helped shape the studio’s role within Framestore’s global network, delivering work that seamlessly blends artistry with technology.
Akhauri has overseen VFX for more than 50 feature films, with credits spanning Jumanji: The Next Level, Ford v Ferrari, John Wick: Chapter 3, and Birds of Prey. His cinematic journey touches some of Hollywood’s most iconic universes — from the James Bond thriller Skyfall and the wizarding world of Harry Potter to Fast & Furious and X-Men.
Most recently, he has overseen Mumbai’s contribution to high-profile projects including The Gorge, Mickey 17, The Little Mermaid, Superman, and How to Train Your Dragon — reinforcing the Mumbai studio's growing reputation as a centre of creative and technical excellence.
Jonathan Fawkner | Creative Director, Film
Jonathan Fawkner joined Framestore in 2000 and quickly established himself as a leading creative force in visual effects. As VFX Supervisor, he has helped shape some of the most visually ambitious films of the past two decades, including Gravity, Doctor Strange, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Avatar, and No Time To Die.
From breathing life into Aslan in The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader to crafting breathtaking environments for Sherlock Holmes and Wrath of the Titans, Jonathan’s work spans genres and worlds. His collaborations with visionary directors like Alfonso Cuarón, James Gunn, and Guy Ritchie have earned him both BAFTA and Oscar nominations, cementing his reputation as one of the industry’s most accomplished VFX Supervisors.
Jonathan most recently reunited with director Jon M. Chu to bring new fantasy realms to life in Wicked.
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