Question 1

How far in advance should we book our wedding photographer?

Accepted Answer

We recommend booking 8 to 12 months ahead, especially for peak season (November to February) and destination weddings. We take on a limited number of weddings each year to protect quality, and popular dates are reserved well in advance. If your date is soon, contact us anyway: we occasionally have availability.

Question 2

How many photos will we receive?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the events and hours of coverage, but a typical full wedding day yields 500 to 800 carefully hand-edited images. We cull heavily and deliver the best frames rather than overwhelming you with thousands of near-duplicates. Every image in your gallery is one we're proud of.

Question 3

How long until we receive our photos?

Accepted Answer

Your complete, hand-edited gallery is typically ready within 4 to 8 weeks, depending on the season and how many weddings are in our queue at the time. We work as efficiently as we can without ever rushing the edit, and you'll receive a sneak-peek gallery within 48 hours of your wedding in the meantime.

Question 4

What is your photography style?

Accepted Answer

Our style is candid, editorial and emotional: natural storytelling rather than stiff poses. We stay unobtrusive during the day to capture genuine moments, and our signature colour grade is warm, timeless and true to life, made to look beautiful for decades.

Question 5

How many photographers will cover our wedding?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the package you choose, from a single lead photographer up to a full multi-photographer team for larger or multi-event celebrations. If you'd like more coverage than your package includes, we can always add additional photographers to make sure every angle and every moment is captured.

Question 6

Do you offer wedding films or videography?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our films team creates cinematic highlight films (3–5 minutes) and full documentary edits, colour-graded to match your photographs. Photo and film teams work side by side so the two collections feel like one seamless story.

Question 7

Can we see a full wedding gallery, not just highlights?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. During your consultation we'll share complete galleries from recent weddings similar to yours, so you can see how we cover an entire day, not just the best few frames. Consistency across a full wedding is the truest measure of a photographer.

Question 8

Do you offer drone or aerial coverage?

Accepted Answer

Yes, with licensed and insured drone operators where local regulations permit. Aerial coverage is ideal for baraats, large venues, and coastal or hillside settings, and is colour-graded to match the rest of your gallery.

Question 9

What happens if the photographer is ill on our wedding day?

Accepted Answer

As an established studio with a full team, we always have experienced backup photographers who know our style and workflow. Your day will be covered to the same standard no matter what, one of the key advantages of booking a studio rather than a solo freelancer.

Question 10

Do you do pre-wedding and engagement shoots?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Pre-wedding and engagement sessions are a relaxed way to get comfortable on camera and create images for your save-the-dates and invitations. They also let us learn your rhythm as a couple before the wedding week.

Question 11

How do we reserve our date?

Accepted Answer

A signed agreement and a booking retainer secure your date. Until both are received, the date remains open to other enquiries. The retainer is adjusted against your total, and we'll walk you through everything clearly before you commit.

Question 12

Can we request specific shots or a shot list?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We'll build a family portrait shortlist together in advance, and we welcome any must-have moments or people you want prioritised. Beyond that, we recommend trusting us to capture the day as it unfolds: that's where the magic lives.

Question 13

What areas around Mumbai do you serve?

Accepted Answer

We're based in Mumbai and photograph weddings across the city, from South Mumbai (Colaba, Marine Drive, Malabar Hill, Worli) to the western and northern suburbs (Bandra, Juhu, Andheri) and beyond. We also regularly cover celebrations in Navi Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Lonavala and Alibaug, as well as destination weddings in Goa, Udaipur and Jaipur.

Question 14

How do we receive and share our final images?

Accepted Answer

Your images are delivered through a private, high-resolution online gallery you can view, download and share with family anywhere in the world. Prints and albums can be ordered directly through the gallery.

Question 15

What makes The Wedding Film different?

Accepted Answer

Two generations of experience under one roof. Founded by Arif Mistry and continued by his son Zehran, we combine four decades of wedding craft with a modern editorial eye. That depth means calm on the day, anticipation of every moment, and images that stand the test of time.

Question 16

Do you photograph small or intimate weddings?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and we love them. Intimate weddings give us time to photograph the details, the guests and the slow unfolding of the evening. We tailor coverage to the scale of your celebration rather than applying a one-size-fits-all package.

Question 17

Can we customise a package?

Accepted Answer

Every wedding is different, so every collection can be tailored: add a second day, a film, drone coverage or additional albums. Request our pricing guide and we'll build a package around your specific celebration.

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