Chaotic Neutral Studios has announced production designer Riya Vaidya as art director for the upcoming music video "Bee Like Me." The project, directed by Nelson Estevez and produced by Darsh Thakker, CEO of Chaotic Neutral Studios, blends bold creative imagery with symbolic design that defines the studio's identity in the independent film and music video landscape. The studio is known for its collaborative ethos and authentic visual language, crafting content that transforms genre conventions into immersive visual experiences.
Set for release on YouTube and Vimeo, "Bee Like Me" explores identity, imitation, and authenticity through the concept of Mondaii as the "king bee," a figure reclaiming his individuality amidst a world of mimicry. The project weaves themes of self-reflection and empowerment into every frame through choreography, mirrored staging, and layered production design. Vaidya's artistic approach plays a central role in bringing these ideas to life by reimagining physical space as a narrative medium.
Vaidya's work employs honey-based textures, reflective surfaces, and surreal props to evoke transformation and self-awareness. From early visual research to on-set supervision, she has been instrumental in shaping the project's aesthetic language, ensuring visual cohesion between performance, symbolism, and set environments. Her specific contributions include developing visual motifs around mirrors and honey, collaborating with the director on conceptual lookbooks and design sketches, and assisting in location scouting.
During principal photography, Vaidya oversaw the art department while managing reflective staging and practical effects. She coordinated real-time design transitions during choreography and maintained visual continuity to retain design integrity through the final cut. "Riya brings the kind of creative insight and discipline that embodies what Chaotic Neutral stands for," said Darsh Thakker, CEO of Chaotic Neutral Studios. "Her design sensibility transforms conceptual ideas into tangible, emotionally resonant visuals. Bee Like Me is a testament to that synergy."
Based in Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York, Chaotic Neutral Studios specializes in branded films, music videos, photography, and visual marketing campaigns while fostering an environment where creative innovation meets rigorous execution. With a growing portfolio of projects that challenge visual storytelling boundaries, the studio continues to elevate emerging voices and reimagine screen-based art possibilities. "Bee Like Me" is currently in post-production with a premiere slated for late October 2025.
