Soniqsphere by Kunal Sharma

About

Kunal Sharma is a renowned sound designer and audio post-production specialist in Indian cinema. With a career marked by critically acclaimed projects and national recognition, he is known for his ability to transform stories through sonic artistry, blending technical precision with emotional depth.

Sound Designer & Audio Post-Production Director

Kunal's soundscapes breathe life into visuals. From independent cinema to award-winning documentaries and feature films, he is celebrated for his innovation, narrative sensibility, and mastery over sonic texture.

Specialization: Sound Design & Audiography
Studio: Soniqsphere, Mumbai
Website: www.soniqsphere.com
Location: Mumbai, India

Experience: 25+ Years
Credits: 60+ Films & Documentaries
Awards: National & International Honors
Collaboration: Available for Select Projects

Kunal has worked with celebrated directors and production houses, contributing to films that have premiered at Cannes, Venice, and Berlin Film Festivals. His signature style fuses storytelling with immersive sound, earning him accolades such as the National Film Award for Best Audiography. Through Soniqsphere, his independent audio post production company, he continues to shape the auditory identity of Indian and global cinema.

Key Insights

🎬 Dominance in Filmfare Awards: Sharma won 4 Filmfare Awards (Udaan, Tumbbad, Sam Bahadur, Jubilee) and received 5 additional nominations.
🎧 Technical Mastery: For Tumbbad, he recreated 100% of the film's sound from scratch due to unusable sync audio, blending Indian and international techniques which won him 4 Awards - Filmfare, IIFA, Star Screen and REEL Awards
🎭 Range of Projects: Awards span genres—from Horror (Tumbbad) and War Dramas (1971) to Web Series (Jubilee).
🏅 Industry Recognition: His work on Gangs of Wasseypur (though not awarded personally) contributed to the film’s National Award for Best Audiography (Team Effort).
🌟 A Legacy of Craft: Across genres and formats, Sharma’s journey reflects consistency, reinvention, and deep listening—garnering both critical acclaim and peer respect.

Facts

Kunal Sharma is widely regarded as one of India's most accomplished sound designers. His ability to sculpt emotionally resonant and technically masterful soundscapes has earned him acclaim across independent and mainstream cinema. From national awards to international recognition, his work continues to inspire and influence a new generation of sound artists.

Notable recognitions include the National Film Award for Best Audiography, multiple wins at the Indian Documentary Producers Association (IDPA) Awards, and technical excellence awards from prestigious platforms like IFFI, IIFA, Filmfare, Screen Awards , and Mumbai International Film Festival. Kunal’s sound design for landmark films such as Tumbaad, 1971, and Udaan has been praised by critics and filmmakers worldwide.

Resume

Kunal Sharma is one of India’s most acclaimed sound designers. His journey spans over two decades, contributing to award-winning films, documentaries, and experimental cinema. His approach blends technical precision with deep storytelling intuition, earning him recognition at national and international levels.

Summary

Kunal Sharma

Sound Designer & Audio Post Specialist with 25+ years of experience across Indian and global cinema. Known for crafting immersive soundscapes that elevate narrative depth, with a portfolio that includes National Award-winning films and selections at Cannes, Venice, Berlinale, and more.

Mumbai, India
Studio: Soniqsphere
Website: www.soniqsphere.com

Career Timeline

Sound Assistant → Independent Sound Designer

1998 – 2005

Early Years

Started as a sound assistant in Mumbai studios, learning analog and digital workflows. Transitioned into independent sound design projects for short films and indie productions.

Established Soniqsphere

2006

Founder & Lead Sound Designer

Launched Soniqsphere, a Creative Audio Post Production Company focused on providing the best and internation level of commitment to sound design. Began collaborations with Indie Filmmakers and Art-House Directors.

Awards & Recognition

National & International Honors

Best Audiography – 1971, National Film Awards (2009)
Special Jury Mention – Sound, Mumbai International Film Festival
Won Four Awards for Tumbaad- Filmfare, IIFA, Star Screen & REEL Awards
Films featured at: Cannes, Berlinale, Venice, Sundance, TIFF

Notable Collaborations

Directors:Anurag Kashyap, Vikramaditya Motwane, Meghna Gulzar
Production Houses: Good Bad Films, Dharma Productions, Reliance Entertainment
Genres: Drama, Social Commentary, Experimental, Documentary
Formats: Stereo, 5.1/7.1 Surround, Dolby Atmos

Current Focus

Owner Founder – Soniqsphere

Leads a Premium Audio Post Production Company, mentoring upcoming talent and designing sound for projects that push creative boundaries.

Filmography

Kunal Sharma’s filmography reflects his unwavering dedication to cinematic storytelling through sound. His diverse body of work includes critically acclaimed feature films such as Devdas, Udaan, Lootera, Shaitan, and Vishal Bhardwaj’s Blood Brothers (2007), as well as award-winning documentaries like Katiyabaaz and Fire in the Blood (2013). Many of these projects have premiered at prestigious international film festivals including Cannes, Berlin, Venice, Locarno, Toronto, and Sundance, earning him recognition as a globally respected and artistically driven sound designer.