Tarsem Singh, an Indian director, is the son of an aircraft engineer. He received his education at Bishop Cotton Boy's School in Shimla, India, before relocating to the United States to pursue higher studies.
At Harvard University, Tarsem studied business, while at the Art Center College of Design in California, he explored his passion for film studies. This well-rounded education laid the foundation for his future success in the film industry.
After completing his studies, Tarsem began his career as a director of music videos. He worked with renowned artists such as Suzanne Vega, En Vogue, Vanessa Paradis, and R.E.M. One of his most notable collaborations was with R.E.M. on their song "Losing My Religion." The music video for this song won six MTV Video Music Awards, including the prestigious "Video of the Year" award.
Tarsem's work in music videos was heavily influenced by the style of Sergei Parajanov, a renowned filmmaker, and his masterpiece "The Color of Pomegranates" (1969). This influence can be seen in his music video for Lady Gaga's song "911."
In addition to his work in music videos, Tarsem has also directed several high-profile television commercials. One of his most notable campaigns was for Pepsi, featuring a star-studded lineup including Britney Spears, P!nk, and Beyoncé.
Tarsem made his feature film directorial debut with "The Cell" (2000),a visually striking film that showcased his unique directing style. His other notable films include "The Fall" (2006),"Immortals" (2011),and "Mirror Mirror" (2012).
