Akhilesh Kunnuchi (also known as Akhil) is an Indian film director from Kanhangad, Kasaragod, Kerala. He is active in Malayalam cinema. He known for his short films 'Kanal', 'Dowry', 'The Trash' and many more. His recent short film 'The Trash' won two awards (Best Short Film & Best Actor in Short Film) in Indie World Film Festival.