“Lights, Camera, No Filter: Nat Geo India’s Exciting Return of the Photography Reality Show!”

New Delhi: In partnership with IndiGo, National Geographic India has unveiled Season 2 of the photography reality show #nofilterbyIndiGo.

With the challenge of ‘It’s a beautiful world. Prove it’, this reality show debuted on December 20 at 8.30 pm on National Geographic Channel.

The series has made its return with nine competitors, each eager to evoke feelings and tell compelling stories through distinctive captures like never seen before.

As they strive to win the prestigious title of the best photographer on the show, the judges—filmmaker Imtiaz Ali and photographer Raghu Rai—will test each of the nine selected contestants as they traverse their hometowns: Ahmedabad, Kannur, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Chennai, Solapur, Karnal, Ranchi, and Bijbehara, capturing powerful, unfiltered photo essays that celebrate India through IndiGo.

The grand finale is set for January 10, 2025, with this episode also to be showcased at Museo Camera, followed by an exhibition walkthrough and a ceremony to honor the top three finalists.

“We are delighted to extend our partnership with IndiGo, merging our strengths to ignite a passion for exploration and visual storytelling. Together, we’ve established a powerful platform that aims to exhibit the beauty of the world in an inspiring and empowering manner. Building on the outstanding success of the first season, the second season of #nofilter has surpassed expectations, drawing even more gifted photographers and enthusiastic participation. This collaboration exemplifies the magic that occurs when two entities share a vision—cultivating a community that honors excellence in photography and supports the upcoming generation of creative talent,” stated Anu Sikka, Business Head – Kids & Infotainment, Jiostar.

“I’m thrilled to see that a photography-driven reality show like #nofilter by IndiGo resonated so well with the audience. It’s inspiring to observe the authenticity and enthusiasm that each contestant offers. I consider myself fortunate to engage with such incredible and skilled photographers, each providing a unique perspective on life. This show transcends mere images; it embodies the spirit of the moment,” expressed Imtiaz Ali.

“Photography serves as a profound medium that bridges people, places, and emotions. As part of our India by IndiGo initiative, the #nofilter by IndiGo collaboration with National Geographic celebrates India’s diversity and the passionate photographers who narrate the stories of India through their lenses. Following #nofilter by IndiGo Season 1’s success, our community of photographers continues to expand. We wish great success to the nine finalists of Season 2 and eagerly await the episodes,” noted Pieter Elbers, CEO, IndiGo.

Aimed at fostering a community of enthusiastic photographers, #nofilter by IndiGo commenced in May 2023.

Among the remarkable entries of over 100,000 participants received for the second season, here are the nine contestants who have been chosen for the four-part series:

• Bhoomi Gondalia, Photographer/Videographer (Profession) & Travel & Street Photographer
• Manish R Nath, Product photographer (Profession) & People & Culture, Landscapes, Wedding and Concerts Photographer
• Soumil Ghosh, Student (Profession) & Street Photographer
• L. Akash, Businessman & Student (Profession) & Street Photographer
• Mahendra Bakle, Printing Press Company Entrepreneur (Profession) & Travel, Aerial, Culture & Landscape Photographer
• Bhawika Chhabra, Documentary Photographer & Photojournalist (Profession) & Travel, Portrait & Event Photographer
• Pia Sodhi, Interior Designer (Profession) & Architectural Photographer
• Luqmaan Zeerak, Photojournalist (Profession) & Documentary Photographer
• Tushar Kundu, Cinematographer (Profession) & Fashion & Lifestyle Photographer