Informed by his work in nonprofit media and ethnography, Rounak’s research projects have focused on ethnomusicology, sound studies, participatory civic action and DIY creative practice. His audiovisual research has been realized in exhibitions like ‘Joshua’ (at Kochi Muziris Biennale 2022-23) and ‘LA RIVER ALIVE’. His writing has appeared in a nonfiction compilation published via Rowman & Littlefield/Bloomsbury, International Documentary Association, MIT Center for Civic Media, Tiny Mix Tapes, Conflictorium and more.