Jay Kholia is from Surat, Gujarat. A post-graduate in Physics, he is a filmmaker, graphic designer and an amateur astronomer. He has made several Prayoga short films while learning and exploring the world of cinema under the guidance of renowned film theorist Amrit Gangar. His Prayoga short films have been officially selected and screened at several international film festivals - both in India and abroad (Kerala, Kolkata, Madurai, Bangkok and Berlin).