Rakesh Palisetty is a multidisciplinary storyteller working at the intersections of theater, cinema, fashion, and contemporary art. Born in India and based in New York, his practice is rooted in radical emotion, political precision, and aesthetic maximalism. He creates worlds that are visceral, unflinching, and alive.

“I lead with instinct, precision, and provocation. Trained in theater, I approach each project as a living experience—spatial, emotional, cultural. My work bridges performance, design, and narrative storytelling to craft unforgettable experiences. I navigate fluidly through creative ecosystems and cultural contexts. My instincts are global. My process is intuitive.”

His work isn’t about referencing art, theater, film, or fashion—it’s about fusing them into something entirely new. What emerges is a language that’s both cinematic and performative, structured yet instinctive—a space where a runway can bleed into a monologue, and a scene can feel like a sculpture in motion.

At the heart of his practice is a belief in storytelling as both an act of care and provocation. What drives him most is people—the emotional undercurrents that shape how we live, feel, and connect. His collaborations span artists, institutions, and agencies, with his leadership marked by a clear vision, emotional intelligence, formal audacity, and creative rigor.