Merakify was born in the corridors of an engineering college in North Karnataka, where three professors decided that the tools of Hollywood should be accessible to every storyteller, everywhere.
Pravaha Labs started at V.P. Dr. P.G. Halakatti College of Engineering, Vijayapur — a place where engineering meets ambition. Three assistant professors from different disciplines came together with a shared belief: the best technology should serve the creative industries, not just the tech world.
The team brings together computer science expertise from Silicon Valley, mechanical engineering research from IIT Mumbai, and years of real-world IT experience from Bangalore's tech ecosystem. This unusual combination — academia, research, and industry — is what makes Merakify different.
We built Merakify because we saw a gap: screenwriters, authors, and filmmakers spend months on tasks that AI could accelerate without replacing the human creative spark. From script analysis to production planning, from emotional arc visualization to market-ready pitch decks — Merakify is the comprehensive writing companion that professionals deserve.
Professional AI feedback on every draft. Emotional arc analysis, structure evaluation, and craft coaching — like having a script consultant on demand.
Data-driven script evaluation with market analysis, comparable films, budget estimation, and production readiness scoring.
End-to-end development workflow from raw script to production-ready, with storyboards, character sheets, and pitch decks.
Three professors. Three disciplines. One vision — to build AI tools that empower storytellers worldwide.
Founder & CEO
M.S., Santa Clara University (2015) | Asst. Professor, Computer Science
With a Master's from Santa Clara University in the heart of Silicon Valley, Vijay brings deep expertise in AI and software engineering. As an Assistant Professor in the Computer Science department, he bridges cutting-edge technology with practical applications for the creative industry.
Co-Founder & Vice Principal
Ph.D., IIT Mumbai | Vice Principal, Mechanical Engineering
A researcher trained at one of India's most prestigious institutions, Pradeep's PhD from IIT Mumbai reflects his commitment to rigorous problem-solving. As Vice Principal, he brings leadership, academic rigor, and a systems-thinking approach to Pravaha Labs.
Co-Founder & CTO
M.Tech | Asst. Professor, Computer Science | Ex-IT Professional, Bangalore
Pratap's journey from Bangalore's thriving IT industry to academia gives him a rare dual perspective. With years of hands-on experience at various tech companies, he brings production-grade engineering practices to Merakify's architecture.
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