Over 70 Royal Enfield riders from across the country came together for something far greater than a motorcycle ride. This was a collective adventure, a 2,800+ kilometers expedition that spanned some of the most rugged, remote, and sacred landscapes the Himalayas have to offer, including the stunning unexplored regions of Ladakh.
Starting in and finishing back at Chandigarh crossing Umling La, the world’s highest motorable pass, the route wove through the wild beauty of Ladakh, touching moments of solitude in Leh Town, the hum of activity in the Leh Main Market, and endless stretches of mountain silence.
But the real transformation wasn’t external.
It happened within.
Altitude sickness, rugged terrain, biting cold. Each obstacle stripped away a layer, revealing something quieter, stronger, more real.
It’s been humbling to watch this film be received with the same intent we poured into it and get some accolades in Cyprus, Moscow, Czech Republic, Portland (US) film festivals.
We didn’t set out to make a commercial. We set out to witness. And there’s a difference between capturing a ride and feeling it through a Travel film. Every frame reflects a lived moment where the morning mist rises over a campsite, the orange hue of twilight glinting off a fuel tank, the shared silence of riders warming their hands around chai.
Co Directed by Inderjit Singh & Ishan Saxena, this Director’s Cut was our way of preserving the soul of the Royal Enfield Himalayan Odyssey, untouched by commercial gloss or affectation. It was all about listening to the terrain, to the sounds of solitude, to the rhythm of rubber on gravel, to the way a rider inhales deeply before the next impossible turn.
This wasn’t just a travel shoot. It was a slow-burning documentary of transformation.
Filmed across altitudes and emotions, this project was shaped by a collective vision. Our crew involved : Cinematographers – Vivek Kumar, Prathamesh Upralkar, Mohit Sharma, Aaron Joseph, Inderjit Singh, and Ishan Saxena, brought their lenses and their hearts to this story.
Production Services in Ladakh & Kashmir
Lifeworks Studios has been enabling productions across the breathtaking Himalayan and Leh Ladakh landscapes for over a decade. With deep-rooted familiarity and an extensive archive of diverse locations, we treat the Himalayas as a unified, borderless canvas spanning the high-altitude deserts of Ladakh, the lush valleys of Himachal, and the snow-laden slopes of Uttarakhand and Kashmir.
With on-ground experience and a robust location archive, we offer seamless access to some of the most awe-inspiring settings in the Leh Ladakh region, including Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake, Tso Moriri, Magnetic Hill, and the rugged Zanskar ranges. We’ve scouted and worked across the length and breadth of Ladakh. Whether you’re planning a drone shoot in Ladakh, a high-fashion campaign, an automotive film, or a documentary, our location expertise ensures your vision is matched with the right terrain.
From ancient monasteries perched on cliff edges to glassy high-altitude lakes, winding mountain roads to remote villages tucked away in meadows, our location database showcases a rich spectrum of cinematic settings. Whether it’s dramatic rock formations, frozen rivers, or bustling towns surrounded by Himalayan peaks, everything is within reach, often just a drive or short trek away.
Our strength lies in our mountain-first approach: our core team of local line producers, scouts, drone operators, mountain guides, location fixers, and logistics experts live and work in these terrains. We understand not only the production requirements but also the delicate balance of working in high-altitude, ecologically sensitive, and culturally rich areas. We live and breathe this region for successful high-altitude shoots.
With a clear grasp of terrain challenges, permits, weather conditions, and safety protocols, we make it possible for global brands, directors, and still photographers to capture Ladakh’s raw beauty without compromise.
If you’re looking to shoot in Leh Ladakh with confidence, creativity, and respect for the land. Lifeworks Studios is your trusted partner for Himalayan and Ladakh-based productions.
