About

Atul’s debut feature as writer/director, the indie comedy drama ‘AMAR AKBAR & TONY, was snapped up by Netflix for exclusive world rights after a successful run in the UK cinemas and international film festivals. It was distributed by Kino Lorber and is now available to view on Amazon Prime and Tubi. (Link to Film)

He has recently completed post production on THE BOOT ROOM (2025), a hard hitting short period film tackling toxic masculinity and racism in a 1980’s football club. The drama is an adaptation of a published story by ex professional footballer and author John Budden. It stars Noah Valentine (Waterloo Road) and Wilson Mbomio (The Witcher). (Variety Article)

Malhotra’s initial training as an editor at Granada TV, provided a formative experience sharpening his eye for detail and narrative pacing. His early work, marked by the short fiction film “IF IT DON’T KILL YA” and the poignant award winning documentary “BIG TIME”, about the struggles of a dwarf rock band trying to be taken seriously in the music business showcased his capacity to blend humour and gravity, whilst illuminating underrepresented voices and complex themes.

His portfolio spans a range of genres, illustrating his versatility as a storyteller. He has filmed across continents, capturing the raw realities of gangmembers in the US , illegal gunmakers and cult leaders in the Philippines, musicians in Africa and magicians throughout bustling European and Asian cities.

An alumni of the BIFA Springboard 2022/23, Atul is also a voting member of BAFTA.

- https://www.amazon.co.uk/Amar-Akbar-Tony-Rez-Kempton/dp/B017C9ZS6M