The Mind Behind The Brand
Chennai's Trusted Wedding Storytellers
Candy Express Photography is a passionate team of creative storytellers dedicated to capturing life’s most meaningful moments with emotion, elegance, and cinematic excellence. With over 15 years of industry experience, we have built a strong reputation for delivering timeless wedding stories and unforgettable visual memories that truly reflect the beauty of every celebration.
What began as a small creative startup has now grown into one of South India’s trusted wedding photography brands. Today, our company proudly operates with 180+ talented team members and has successfully captured more than 6000+ weddings, events, and special occasions across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and beyond.
Driven by creativity, innovation, and professionalism, our team specializes in wedding photography, candid photography, cinematic videography, traditional coverage, destination weddings, album designing, and premium post-production services. Every project is handled with careful planning, artistic vision, and attention to detail to ensure every emotion is preserved beautifully.
Our strength lies not only in creating stunning visuals but also in building trust and long-lasting relationships with our clients. We believe every wedding has a unique story, and our mission is to capture those genuine emotions, beautiful connections, and unforgettable moments in the most natural and cinematic way possible.
As a growing creative organization, we have also trained and inspired more than 300+ young professionals who are now working in leading media and photography companies across Tamil Nadu. Expanding our vision further, the company was officially upgraded as CEP MEDIA PRIVATE LIMITED and is now successfully operating through 3 branches.
At Candy Express Photography, we don’t just capture photos and videos. we create memories that last for generations. Your celebrations, emotions, and once-in-a-lifetime moments deserve to be preserved with perfection, passion, and authenticity.
About the Founder & CEO
Kavin Suresh is a passionate cinematographer, editor, and visual storyteller with over 13 years of experience in the film and media industry. He began his cinematic journey under the mentorship of renowned cinematographer and director K. V. Anand, where he developed strong expertise in cinematic visuals, lighting, storytelling, and filmmaking techniques.
Over the years, he has worked on more than 70 short films, commercials, and creative visual projects, earning appreciation for his unique visual style and technical excellence. His creative contributions to the industry have earned him several recognitions, including the prestigious “Nalaya Iyakkunar” award from Kalaignar TV. In addition, he has received 5 Best Cinematographer Awards and 3 Best Editor Awards for his outstanding work in short films and independent cinema projects.
Before stepping fully into cinematography, he worked as a still photographer for several Tamil feature films, contributing to movies such as Thulluvadho Ilamai, Kadhal Kondean, and Kadhal Jaathi. He also designed publicity posters and promotional creatives for more than 12 Tamil films, including Gemini, Winner, Alli Arjuna, and Azhagana Naatkal.
About the Managing Director
Jayanthi Suresh is the Managing Director of Candy Express Photography (CEP Media Pvt. Ltd.) and a passionate woman entrepreneur whose vision and leadership have been the driving force behind the company's growth.
As the backbone of the organization, she has built a strong foundation through her creativity, innovative ideas, and commitment to excellence. Her dedication has helped establish Candy Express Photography as one of the most trusted names in the wedding photography industry.
With a focus on innovation, teamwork, and customer satisfaction, she continues to inspire her team and lead the company toward new milestones, making Candy Express Photography a brand recognized for creativity, trust, and excellence.
About the Executive Director
Thiyagesan is the Executive Director of Candy Express Photography (CEP Media Pvt. Ltd.), whose journey is a true example of dedication, hard work, and continuous growth.
He began his career in the wedding industry as a Video Editor, gaining in-depth knowledge of both the backend and frontend operations of wedding production. Through years of experience, determination, and a passion for learning, he steadily advanced into leadership.
Today, as the Executive Director, Thiyagesan is one of the driving forces behind the company's growth, implementing innovative systems, streamlining operations, and leading business expansion. His visionary ideas, strategic thinking, and practical approach have significantly contributed to taking Candy Express Photography to the next level.
His deep understanding of the industry, combined with his commitment to innovation and excellence, continues to inspire the team and strengthen the company's position as a leading photography brand.