Previously based in the UK, Ashni now lives in Dubai, expanding her coverage to include stories across the Middle East. Her career began as a digital video journalist, where she honed her investigative skills, producing and self-shooting original stories. Building on this foundation, Ashni began integrating this digital style into produce and direct 30-minute documentary programmes aimed at 18-34-year olds.
Her documentaries have been commissioned by BBC Three, BBC News, BBC One.
Last year she became one of the youngest directors to produce and direct at BBC Panorama.
About Ashni
Ashni Lakhani is a multimedia producer and director who specialises in filming, producing and directing factual documentaries, multimedia news and video content creation.
With a proven track record in investigative journalism, Ashni's content is celebrated for its unique style and its ability to engage and impact new audiences, leading to noteworthy national coverage and influencing legislative changes.
Ashni is passionate about telling original stories that wouldn’t otherwise be part of the news agenda.
In 2022, she produced BBC News’ most popular story for young audiences - “Turkey Teeth” and was recently named “Young Journalist of the Year” 2023 at the National Media Freedom Awards..
Ashni’s other accolades include winning MHP's "30 under 30 Young Journalists to Watch," and earning a coveted spot as a member of BAFTA .
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“It is high impact journalism of the highest order”
“Her documentaries have helped change the law...”