Naveen Bala doesn’t just direct films, he engineers emotion.
What began as amateur theatre during his Computer Science days in Bangalore soon sparked a deep passion for storytelling. Over the past 9 years, he’s gone from the creative floors of Ensemble Worldwide to directing major commercial campaigns across Malaysia.
He’s worked with brands like Petronas, Maxis, Khazanah, and PayNet, with several of his spots going viral on TikTok for their wit and cultural resonance. While best known for his comedic flair, Naveen’s heart lies in emotional storytelling, as seen in With Open Hearts (Petronas) and Syair (PayNet).
A multilingual storyteller, he’s won a Kancil Award for Tamil copywriting and contributed to multiple award-winning campaigns. Off set, you’ll likely find him elbows-deep in his balcony garden or in the middle of a DIY project. Still telling stories, just with soil and screws.
