Wishtales is a multimodal AI platform redefining the way people create and share stories. With cutting-edge tools built for video, voice, music, image, and animation—all generated in sync—we empower creators of all ages to turn ideas into powerful content. Headquartered in California and Bangalore, Wishtales is shaping the future of digital storytelling through ethical, intuitive, and creator-first AI.
The wonderful folks who bring this magic to life.
Co-Founder, CEO & CTO
Roy is the visionary behind Wishtales and its proprietary Generative Synchronous Diffusion (GSD) engine. With a MENSA IQ of 149 and deep expertise in neural networks, graph theory, topology and astrophysics, from University of Sussex, UK, & IISc Bangalore, India, he has developed NLP & Vision based AI systems that have been used in academia and industry at scale including his RK-Diagrams Paper which has been cited & included in Harvard Research. His passion for storytelling and background in interdisciplinary science shape the creative power of Wishtales AI.
Co-Founder, CFO & COO
Darshan leads Wishtales operations across India and the U.S. A seasoned entrepreneur, he has built over 120 enterprise solutions and helped shape India’s digital public infrastructure. Darshan started his career as an Android Facilitator in Google and then an iOS developer after his B.Tech In CS. He then built a successful software solutions company in Bangalore and ended up building the India Stack & the Beckn Protocol with Nadan Nilekani's Team. He met Roy and decided to build Wishtales together as a best multimodal AI solution for storytellers worldwide.
Neel is Stanford CS Graduate who is a serial start up entrepreneur and a global creator with 5M+ followers on his Instagram channels. Among his previous ventures he is a former Web3 startup founder who brings viral fluency and brand instinct to Wishtales. Neel specializes in building creator-centric platforms that scale culture, growth, and community across digital mediums. The Wishtales AI platform and its misson deeply resonated with Neel to join this journey full-time and build the world's most advanced Multimodal AI with Roy & Darshan.
Head of Branding & Growth
Chief Marketing Officer
Michael is a seasoned marketing and product executive leading entertainment brands and creator platforms. He was a marketing lead at DreamWorks Animations where he worked on major Hollywood productions driving theatrical marketing and global partnerships. before transitioning over as a founding member of Hulu's marketing team. At Hulu Michael spearheaded the growth of Hulu Originals and licensed content. At Caffeine, he scaled the platform to over 3M users through creator programs and original content. As CMO at MINTX, Michael developed blockchain-powered loyalty programs for Mattel and Balmain. Known for driving user growth and award-winning campaigns, Michael’s expertise is pivotal in positioning Wishtales as a leader in Multimodal AI creativity.
Head of Design
Edvard hails from Sweeden and he moved to the US to join Stanford Design School where he did his Masters in Product Design. He is the Former Head of UI/UX at Cisco and lead designer for Maybach Vision Ul, Edvard merges luxury-grade design with digital fluidity. Edvard was fascinated by the idea of Wishtales revolutionizing content creation and consumption for creator and consumption worldwide and joined the founding team members to push the boundaries of intuitive and inspiring design that would power the future of Multimodal AI at Wishtales. Ed is passionate about redefining how creators experience AI through intuitive, elegant interfaces built for storytelling in sync.
President & Board Member
With over 40 years of experience, Ram is a seasoned Venture Catalyst specializing in cross-sector growth. As the founding CEO of Fireclick, he pioneered a robust SaaS business in the model's nascent stages, securing 17 patents. A key figure in the German-American tech ecosystem, he was a Venture Partner for Wellington Partners and a co-founder of the German Accelerator in the Bay Area. He has also mentored over 400 German startups and serves as an independent board member for numerous startups and corporate spin-outs from Germany.
VP of Engineering - Web
Nikitha has been part of Wishtales since day one as the Founding VP of Engineering - Web, laying the full stack foundation of the company’s web tech-stack and shaping it into what it is today. Before joining Wishtales, she contributed to building solutions for a Fortune 500 company, she collaborated with venture capital firms like July Ventures, and worked with the Government of Bangladesh on a national public portal software. At Wishtales AI, she has led the development of the AI-powered web video editor called Wishtales SuperCut and Wishtales Studio as a multimodal copilot that played a major role in the company being recognized as a Top AI Startup at CES 2025 in Las Vegas. A gold medalist in Computer Science Engineering and Smart India Hackathon winner, Nikitha’s journey from full-stack developer to Vice President of Engineering – Web reflects her exceptional talent, technical expertise and leadership in building versatile and scalable AI/ML pipelines. Her vision is to foster innovation and teamwork that will keep Wishtales AI thriving while defining the future of content creation and consumption worldwide.
VP of Engineering - Mobile
Keshav has been with Wishtales since the beginning as the Founding VP of Mobile Applications, building the company’s core product from the ground up. Previously, he was CTO and Co-Founder of Bottled, where he shaped his passion for creating impactful products. At Wishtales AI, he spearheaded the world’s first AI-powered cross-platform video editor app, which earned global recognition at CES as a Top AI Startup from India. In his Web3 journey, he built Finverse Marketplace, a decentralized platform that merged blockchain innovation with real-world usability. He has also led large-scale deployments on AWS and Azure, integrated advanced AI models, and delivered enterprise-grade applications adopted across industries. Blending deep expertise in blockchain, cloud, and full-stack development with a creative edge in design and video editing, Keshav’s mission is to empower people to craft transformative stories—and his vision is to establish Wishtales AI as the world’s leading storytelling platform.
JVP of Design
Avijoy is Junior VP of Design at Wishtales, where he leads the design of the Wishtales Suite and contributes to its core image models. A founding team member, he has driven the suite’s rapid growth through product design and innovation. With a background in design, film, and visual storytelling, he has also worked with global brands like Cadbury, Coca-Cola, and agencies including Ogilvy and Please See.
Senior Creative & Media Lead
Asutosh is an award-winning cinematographer and director, his films have been showcased at leading film festivals across the world, including the prestigious IFFI 52. His work Sijou earned him Best Cinematographer at the Canadian Cinematography Awards, and he has collaborated with organizations such as Canon, NFDC, World Economic Forum, World resources Institute, the Starbucks Foundation, etc on films and campaigns that merge cultural depth with visual innovation. His appeal film The Sacred Vaults of Charaideo played a pivotal role in securing UNESCO World Heritage status for the site, underscoring his ability to create storytelling with global impact. A two-time TEDx speaker and published author, Asutosh is recognized for translating complex ideas into powerful visual narratives. At Wishtales, he leads creative and media innovation, pioneering cinematic approaches.
JVP of Media Production and Sound Design
Srinjoy Das oversees the entire audio department and media production at Wishtales, where he also contributes to research for the company’s music models. With expertise in music production, sound design, and storytelling, he plays a key role in guiding creative direction and making production in music, media, and storyboarding more accessible to creators. Skilled in Logic and deeply passionate about exploring what’s possible through sound and narrative, Srinjoy is dedicated to shaping immersive experiences that push the boundaries of creative expression.
Wise mentors who fuel our growth.
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Global Business Advisor
Linda Kreitzman is a strategic advisor, LP & co-chair of the Fintech and Blockchain track for Berkeley SkyDeck. She co-founded & serves on the advisory board of the Haas School of Business's Master of Financial Engineering program where she developed curriculum in data science, AI, blockchain and cryptocurrencies. Linda is also a senior advisor at Terra-Invest, the world's first investment fund combining public policy with capital structures, and advises and invests in start-ups globally. Linda is passionate about Wishtales for its bold approach to reimagining creativity through AI, and her VC reputation and network have opened doors to Wishtales' growth.
Head of Global Partnerships & Distribution
Teddy Zee is a Los Angeles-based producer, advisor, and entrepreneur who bridges Hollywood storytelling with emerging technology. A former EVP of Columbia Pictures and SVP of Paramount Pictures, his films including The Pursuit of Happyness, Hitch, and Charlie’s Angels have grossed over $2.6 billion worldwide. Today, he advises companies at the intersection of AI, Web3, and digital media, helping innovators scale through strategic partnerships and content-driven engagement. He is a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (Oscars), the Television Academy (Emmys), and the Producers Guild of America.
Global Strategic Advisor & Board Member
Narayan is the father of two girls, husband of writer, social entrepreneur and emerging market investor. He spent over three decades on Wall Street, most of it with Morgan Stanley. Narayan was the Country Head of Morgan Stanley India, leading all of the Group's businesses. He began his career at Goldman Sachs.
Narayan actively follows new developments in technology. He is a keen student of new approaches to making AI more effective and efficient and is excited about his involvement in WishTales that represents a novel idea for this.
Chief Mentor
Dr. Sudhakar Varanasi brings decades of leadership in academia and the tech industry. Known for launching India's 108 emergency services and guiding major ventures like Satyam and EMRI, he offers deep strategic insight and mentorship that aligns with Wishtales’ child-centric and impact-driven mission.