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  • The Parimal and Pramod Chaudhari Foundation’s ‘Utkarsh Sammelam’ Fellowship Program Review

    PUNE:  The Parimal and Pramod Chaudhari Foundation (PPCF) on Saturday organized ‘Utkarsh Sammelam’ at MES Auditorium, Kothrud. The program was organized to take a review fellowship initiative started by PPCF to support student education. Chief Guest Dr.Sanjay Runwal, Management Expert and Business Strategist,  Mr.Pramod Chaudhari Chairman of Praj Industries, and Mrs.Parimal Chaudhari, Managing Trustee of Praj Foundation were present on the occasion. The website of the Parimal and Pramod Chaudhari Foundation was unveiled at the hands of Mr.Pramod Chaudhari. 

     Around 15 students from high schools, junior colleges, and vocational courses who have excelled in their education during this ongoing fellowship were felicitated on the occasion. The efforts of nine institutes that have helped identify needy students were also felicitated on the occasion.

    Advocating the concept of ‘DGL’ ( doing good in life ) Chief Guest Dr.Sanjay Runwal said that the work of PCCF will inspire people to do good for society. Doing something good does not only mean helping with money but with experience, expertise, exposure, education, and excellence. We all have these in some of the other forms and therefore we all can do something for our society and our nation. He added that today’s world presents a lot of opportunities for youngsters and nobody can stop them from dreaming big.

    Mrs.Parimal Chaudhari said that education is the first step to success in our lives.  Education presents everybody with equitable opportunities. This opportunity should be available to all and we should all work towards this. 

    The fellowship program is in its fourth year and has been started by PCCF to support students who are passionate about education but could not qualify for traditional scholarships. While highly meritorious students receive standard scholarships, the PPCF Fellowship provides financial support to students who have the capacity and intent for further education and have scored 50% or more in their last examination. The aim is to enable them to become self-reliant at the earliest and start contributing to their family’s financial well-being.

    Since 2021, PPCF has been granting Fellowships to students from schools, colleges, and vocational training institutes, within around a 100-kilometer radius of Pune. Eligible students undergo a selection process based on predefined criteria. In addition, a home visit is conducted to assess and verify the student’s family and financial background. PPCF covers the entire educational cost for selected students which allows them to focus on their studies without being worried about finances.

    The review of the program at the Utkarsh Sammelan revealed that 2593 students from 125 institutes have benefited, of which approximately 60% of students are female. 728 students received the Fellowship for vocational training, and 111 have completed their course are employed, and have started supporting their families. Their achievement is a testament to the PPCF’s impactful work.

  • Winter Festival at WOPA: Discover the Brilliance of Girish Karnad’s ‘Hayavadana’ in Pune

    PUNE: After the resounding success of its inaugural play, _Main Pal Do Pal Ka Shayar Hun,_ the *World of Performing Arts (WOPA) Winter Festival* continues to elevate Pune’s cultural scene with an extraordinary theatrical offering. On December 21, 2024, WOPA presents Girish Karnad’s ‘Hayavadana’, a production that exemplifies the best of Indian theatre.

    This staging of Hayavadana brings together national award-winning talent, combining the literary brilliance of Girish Karnad with the visionary direction of Padma Shri awardee Neelam Man Singh Chowdhry. The play was originally produced for Aadyam, an initiative of the Aditya Birla Group, and was brought to Pune by Bhoomija Trust.

    About Hayavadana

    Hayavadana, written by Jnanpith awardee Girish Karnad, is one of India’s most celebrated modern plays. It masterfully blends myth, folklore, and realism, inspired by Thomas Mann’s The Transposed Heads. The two-act play explores the philosophical dilemmas of identity, desire, and transformation through the tale of two friends in love with the same woman and a half-man, half-horse character named Hayavadana.

    This production features a live orchestra, including Punjab’s wandering minstrels led by 86-year-old Harpal Singh, and music adapted from the original score by B.V. Karanth by Amod Bhatt. The show also boasts scenography by Deepan Sivaraman and lighting design by Gyandev Singh.

    Having been nominated in 10 categories at the 2024 Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards (META) and winning awards for Best Ensemble, Best Costume Design, and Best Supporting Actor (Female), this production is hailed as a benchmark of artistic excellence.

    Director’s Vision

    “Among the best of modern Indian plays, Girish Karnad’s _Hayavadana_ combines magic, myth, and realism to provide infinite theatrical prospects. My approach to this production was intuitive, leading with curiosity and experimentation to create something deeply profound and soul-stirring,” says Neelam Man Singh Chowdhry, director of the play.

    Why WOPA Chose _Hayavadana_

    “WOPA is committed to bringing the finest theatre productions from across India to Pune. With _Hayavadana,_ we uphold our promise to showcase works of artistic brilliance and national significance. This play reflects WOPA’s mission to inspire audiences, provoke dialogue, and foster a vibrant theatre culture,” shares *Parul Mehta, Trustee of WOPA.

    Details of the Performance

    Date: Saturday, December 21, 2024

    Time: 7:00 PM

    Venue: Creaticity Amphitheatre, Pune

    Tickets: Available on BookMyShow and at the venue

    With its second production, WOPA reaffirms its role as Pune’s premier cultural hub, creating an unmissable experience for lovers of live theatre. Be part of this transformative journey and witness the power of storytelling and performance at its best.

  • Pune Welcomes the 13th Aarogya Film Festival 2024

    PUNE: The P.M. Shah Foundation and Vardhaman Pratishthan are all set to organize the 13th Aarogya Film Festival at the National Film Archive of India (NFAI), Law College Road, Pune on the 20th and 21st December 2024. This is the only dedicated short film festival organized to showcase films that create awareness about various subjects related to mental and physical health. Over 34 short films and documentaries shall be screened for the audience during the festival, which is based on subjects like breast cancer, mental health, organ donation, and the environment. Entry to the festival is free for all on a first come first served basis.

    The two-day festival will commence with the opening ceremony on Friday, 20th December 2024, at 2:00 pm, in the presence of the esteemed Padma Shri awardee Dr. Chandrashekhar Meshram, Consultant Neurologist and Director of Brain & Mind Institute, Nagpur. The closing and award ceremony of the festival will be held on Saturday, 21st December 2024, at 4:00 pm, graced by the presence of renowned actress Madhurani Prabhulkar, well-known for her role in Aai Kuthe Kay Karte, a popular Marathi TV serial.

  • GNG Electronics Limited: A Closer Look at Their DRHP Filing with SEBI

    PUNE: GNG Electronics Limited, India’s largest refurbisher of laptops and desktops and among the largest refurbishers of ICT Devices overall, both globally and in India with significant presence across India, USA, Europe, Africa and UAE, in terms of value, as of March 31, 2024, has filed its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (“DRHP”) with market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (“SEBI”).

    The IPO comprises a fresh issue of equity shares of face value of ₹2 each aggregating up to ₹ 825 Crores and an offer for sale of up to 9,700,000 equity shares of face value of ₹2 each. The offer for sale comprises up to 35,000 equity shares by Sharad Khandelwal, up to 35,000 equity shares by Vidhi Sharad Khandelwal, and up to 9,630,000 equity shares by Amiable Electronics Private Limited.

    GNG Electronics Limited operates under the brand “Electronics Bazaar”, with a presence across the full refurbishment value chain i.e., from sourcing to refurbishment to sales to after-sale services and providing a warranty. The company’s comprehensive process of refurbishment of ICT Devices such as laptops, desktops, tablets, servers, premium smartphones, mobile workstations, and accessories ensures that such devices are similar to new in terms of both performance and aesthetics and able to offer laptops at one-third price of new devices and other devices like desktops, tablets, servers, premium smartphones, mobile workstations and accessories at 35-50% price of new devices. The company follows a repair-over-replacement approach, which provides cost advantages and helps achieve true sustainability by reducing carbon footprint.

    The company is one of the few companies that pioneered the concept of warranty for the refurbished ICT Devices to provide comfort and trust to our customers and are still offering industry-leading warranty terms. They are India’s largest Microsoft Authorised Refurbisher, in terms of refurbishing capability, as of Fiscal 2024. They are also the IT asset disposal partner for India’s second-largest software company, in terms of market capitalization as of Calendar Year 2024, procuring their used IT asset. The company is a certified refurbishment partner with Lenovo and HP, which are the top two global brands, in terms of market share of 24% and 21%, respectively, as of CY 2023.

    The company offers a wide range of stock-keeping units and as of September 30, 2024, the portfolio included 4,996 SKUs. They have a sales network with refurbished ICT Devices being sold in 35 countries as of September 30, 2024. The multi-channel global procurement network of 447 suppliers is supported by an extensive procurement network in India and across the globe. The procurement network comprises corporates, consulting companies, intermediaries, recyclers, refurbishment partners, educational institutes, leasing companies, NBFCs, large format retail stores, and OEM brand stores, as of September 30, 2024. Some of our procurement partners, among other prominent names, include USA-based Iron Mountain and Apto Solutions Inc; Australia-based Green Box Group Pty Ltd and Renew IT Pty Ltd; HP, Lenovo, Microsoft, Tata Capital Limited, and Steller Information Technology Private Limited (BitRaser). They have 3,265 customers as of September 30, 2024.

    The operations are spread across 35 countries in North America, South America, Asia, Asia Pacific, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, as of September 30, 2024, supported by five refurbishing facilities located across India, USA, and UAE with one facility in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, one facility in Dallas, Texas, USA and three facilities in Sharjah, UAE, aggregating to 58,127.82 sq. ft. Our facilities are strategically located to cater to regional markets while maintaining a global reach across India, Middle East, Europe, Africa and USA. It also helps reduce freight costs, optimize delivery time, and increase operational efficiency.

    Motilal Oswal Investment Advisors Limited, IIFL Capital Services Limited (formerly known as IIFL Securities Limited), and JM Financial Limited are the Book Running Lead Managers to the issue.

  • Godrej Enterprises Group Showcases Cutting-Edge Security Innovations at IFSEC India 2024

    Showcased advanced home and premises security solutions at South Asia’s largest security expo

    NEW DELHI: The Security Solutions business of Godrej & Boyce, a part of the Godrej Enterprises Group, has once again set the benchmark in security innovation by presenting its latest offerings at IFSEC India 2024, South Asia’s largest security expo held at New Delhi, from 12th to 14th December. The company showcased a robust portfolio of state-of-the-art home and institutional security solutions, reflecting its commitment to enhancing safety and redefining the security experience for users.

    Commenting on the occasion, Pushkar Gokhale, Executive Vice-President and Business Head of the Security Solutions Business at Godrej & Boyce, stated, “With the growing demand for sophisticated Security solutions, IFSEC India remains an invaluable platform for us to demonstrate our expertise, showcase our latest innovations, and connect with industry leaders, partners, and customers. At Godrej, we are deeply committed to delivering peace of mind and confidence to our customers, through user-centric products that address the evolving security needs of modern consumers. Backed by over a century of trust, the Security Solutions business has achieved a robust presence in India and over 50 countries across the Globe. The Surveillance industry is growing rapidly and is poised to reach US$ 4.3 billion by the end of this year and we at Godrej would like to increase our participation in this growing Surveillance market.“

    “Our innovative offerings serve diverse segments, including home, office, and institutional needs, ensuring solutions that combine advanced technology with seamless functionality with Technologies like AI and IoT. This year’s lineup at IFSEC India 2024 reflects our vision to push boundaries, drive innovation, and create meaningful value for our customers. We are looking at an annual growth of 15% in this dynamic sector.”

    Taking home security to the next level, the company introduced the Ace Pro range of home cameras, designed to meet the needs of modern homes. These cutting-edge cameras offer advanced functionality with upto 5 MP HD Resolution, seamless integration with smart home ecosystems, and a sleek design that makes them an excellent gifting choice. As electronic home surveillance systems (EHSS) gain popularity, the Ace Pro range is perfectly aligned with the aspirations of tech-savvy homeowners seeking the ideal blend of security, convenience, and aesthetics. Adding to its innovative home security offerings, Godrej unveiled dual and triple locking mechanism lockers. Designed to cater to users of all age groups, these lockers are particularly in demand during the wedding season, ensuring secure and stylish storage for valuables. Furthermore, Godrej has introduced the VDP SEETHRU Pro Nova with a 10-inch wide screen where homeowners can attend to their guests with ease and view them in HD resolution on the 10-inch screen

    Security Solutions Business of Godrej & Boyce also emphasized its prowess in institutional security with a range of products designed to secure workplaces and streamline access control. The lineup includes; Pole Detectors for robust perimeter security, Key Management Systems (KMS) to safeguard and organize critical keys, Swing Lane Barriers, Flap Barriers, Tripod Turnstiles for efficient movement management, and G Scan pole to scan the complete body to detect phones, laptops, guns, and other items

    With a strong legacy and commitment to innovation, Godrej’s Security Solutions business continues to set benchmarks in the industry. The company’s participation in IFSEC India 2024 underscores its vision of empowering users with intuitive, reliable, and advanced security systems to protect what matters most.

  • Discover Bespoke Wedding Experiences at Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan

    PUNE: Weddings are extraordinary milestones, uniting families, celebrating love, and honoring cherished traditions. The choice of venue plays a pivotal role in crafting these moments, creating the perfect backdrop for memories that last a lifetime. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, the right setting ensures joy, comfort, and togetherness.

    For couples planning their weddings between December 1, 2024, and January 15, 2025, Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan presents a thoughtful blend of tradition and modern luxury with ten unique inclusions to make every moment unforgettable. The hotel extends its signature hospitality by offering two complimentary suites for the bride’s and groom’s families for two nights, ensuring unmatched comfort throughout the celebrations. The couple is treated to a dedicated suite on their wedding night, complete with sparkling wine and a special chocolate amenity, providing an indulgent retreat after the festivities.

    To further commemorate the special union, the hotel offers a complimentary stay during the couple’s anniversary month, including breakfast on a weekend, evoking nostalgia and celebrating the journey together (blackout dates apply). Pre-wedding arrangements are thoughtfully catered to with a complimentary wash-and-change room for pre-wedding shoots on weekends and a chauffeur-driven car service for two days, adding ease and convenience to the preparations. Guests are welcomed warmly with the hotel’s signature “Shaadi Ka Ladoo” in their rooms, a sweet blend of tradition and hospitality.

    Culinary experiences at Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan add another layer of delight. A chef-crafted two-layer wedding cake becomes a centerpiece of the celebrations, while a traditional Sajjan Goth for 15 guests during the wedding lunch honors heritage and brings families together. Guests can also enjoy a 15% discount on food and beverages, ensuring each dining experience is as memorable as the occasion.

    For moments of relaxation amidst the festivities, the hotel’s Nilaya Spa offers a 15% discount on its services, providing an indulgent escape for the couple and their families. Adding to the seamless experience, a dedicated team ensures that every detail of the celebration is executed flawlessly, allowing families and couples to focus on what truly matters—cherishing time together.

    These thoughtful inclusions reflect the hotel’s dedication to creating a stress-free and memorable celebration, allowing families and couples to focus on what matters most cherishing their time together. Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan provides a balance of luxury and care, making every moment of the wedding experience truly unforgettable.

  • Air India Unveils AI-Driven Booking System

    Air India to introduce an innovative booking feature on its digital channels based on a generative concept soon

    The new user interface driven by Generative AI capabilities earns global recognition by winning the prestigious ‘Red Dot’ 2024 award in the Design Concepts category.

    GURUGRAM: Air India, India’s leading global airline, has won global recognition for its generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) driven booking feature which once rolled out will considerably enhance the reservation experience of its customers. Air India’s innovative concept won the Red Dot award – acknowledged worldwide as one of the most prestigious recognitions for design concepts by the global design community in Singapore recently.

    The ‘Design Concepts’ category acknowledges exceptional concepts or prototypes that are at the developmental stage, as well as those ready for market. Established in 2005, the award identifies new design concepts and innovations leading to the launch of great products in the future. The Air India concept is showcased now in the Red Dot Design Museum in Singapore.

    New digital interaction paradigms can use text and visual interactions interchangeably to speed the user’s digital journey. Air India has applied this AI-generated insight to reimagine the classic ticket booking journey to largely enhance its reservation experience. This award-winning innovation will have several benefits when rolled out for customers for ticket-booking purposes:

    Minimize user effort in making bookings: Instead of navigating many pages of screens with selections to be made and data to be entered, users can just specify their intent to travel using a simple request and complete the reservation instantly.

    Reduced ticket-booking time: By speeding the guest’s journey through the booking flows, the time spent by them in making reservations is drastically reduced.

    Seamless booking journey from research to travel: The new interaction paradigm will eventually power Air India’s end-to-end booking experience from researching destinations to travel and post-travel support. The capability will be available for all of Air India’s digital channels to help guests switch sessions across channels seamlessly.

    “Being ‘customer-obsessed’ and ‘design-rich’ are two key operative principles we have adopted in Air India’s digital transformation journey. Air India is making considerable effort to create aesthetic and user-friendly designs to help our guests effectively use our digital channels, like the mobile app, website, and the generative AI virtual agent AI.g. It is an honor to win the global Red Dot Award in the Design Concepts category for this innovation and we look forward to rolling it out in our digital channels soon,” said Dr Satya Ramaswamy, Chief Digital and Technology Officer, Air India.

    Implementation of this new system across Air India’s mobile app, website, and chatbot will be driven by the insights gained from the airline’s consumer-facing generative AI technologies based virtual agent AI.g, which remains the first and most advanced generative AI virtual agent in the global airline industry.

  • The Indian Navy and Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles Host the First-Ever Bike Rally on Atal Setu

    MUMBAI: The “Ride of the Marakkars” motorcycle rally concluded spectacularly on December 11, as the convoy became the first-ever group of riders to cross Atal Setu, India’s longest bridge. This record-setting ride not only marked a milestone for the Indian Navy and Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles but also made history as Jawa, Yezdi, and BSA motorcycles became the first Indian brands to achieve this extraordinary feat.

    The convoy’s crossing of Atal Setu Sea Bridge, a bridge typically restricted for motorcycles, marks a landmark moment in India’s motorcycling and engineering history. This milestone event highlights the innovative and adventurous spirit shared by the Indian Armed Forces and these legendary motorcycle brands.

    Leading the 22-strong convoy were senior officers of the Indian Navy, joined by riders from the Western Naval Command and representatives from the Army and Air Force. All 22 motorcycles, proudly manufactured indigenously, epitomized the Make in India vision, showcasing the synergy between homegrown innovation and the indomitable spirit of the armed forces.

    “The sight of a phalanx of Jawa, Yezdi, and BSA motorcycles roaring across Atal Setu fills me with pride. It is fitting that these Made-in-India machines partnered with the Indian Navy to celebrate the ‘Ride of the Marakkars’ and honor India’s maritime history” said Anand Mahindra, Chairman of Mahindra Group and co-founder of Classic Legends.

    Beginning at INS Kunjali in Mumbai, the rally traversed scenic coastal routes with stopovers at Pune, Satara, Dapoli, Ratnagiri, and Goa. Along the way, riders visited sites of maritime significance, including Ratnadurg Fort, Fort Aguada, and Sinhagad Fort, honoring India’s naval heritage and the legacy of the iconic Kunjali Marakkars.

    “It’s fitting that this rally ended with a historic first on Atal Setu,” said Lieutenant Commander Vishal Nair. “As we crossed the bridge, it felt like a tribute to the countless bridges—both literal and symbolic—that the Navy builds with the people of this nation.”

    Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles has a strong relationship with the Indian Armed Forces, having participated in landmark events such as the INS Vikramaditya expedition, Kargil Vijay Diwas commemorations, and the launch of the Jawa 42 Tawang Edition. The “Ride of the Marakkars” continues this proud tradition of supporting India’s defenders, reflecting the brand’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of performance and reliability.

  • The Significance of the First Cryopreserved Stem Cell Donation


    Dr. Alexander Platz, Medical Director of the DKMS Stem Cell Bank holding an Adult Donor Cryopreserved Unit (ADCU), which is cryopreserved and stored and thus available for
    a patient anywhere in the world.

    INDIA: For many people with blood cancer worldwide, hope for a cure lies in the cryotanks of the DKMS Stem Cell Bank. The international non-profit organization DKMS is dedicated to providing people with blood cancer a chance at a second life. Since November 2023, the DKMS Stem Cell Bank has been cryopreserving and storing surplus blood stem cells, with the consent of donors, that remain after the initial donation. These cryopreserved stem cells are then made available to patients and transplantation centers worldwide for stem cell transplantation. Just one year after the first stem cells were stored in the cryotank, the first patient successfully received a cryopreserved stem cell donation.

    Every 27 seconds, someone in the world is diagnosed with a blood cancer or a blood disorder, and for many people affected a stem cell transplantation is the only hope for a cure. For both initial and repeat transplants, finding a match and getting the stem cells to the patient as quickly as possible is very important as this has a major impact on survival. But even when a match is found, it can take up to 12 weeks before transplantation takes place, making the procedure a race against time. It remains a race against time.

    Therefore, it is important to develop additional approaches to stem cell transplantation to speed up the process. This urgent need was the initial motivation to expand the activities for processing and storing cryopreserved stem cells for the DKMS Stem Cell Bank. Experience Studies show that the average stem cell donor produces more stem cells than are needed for a transplant. If the donor meets certain criteria and gives consent, the excess cells collected during apheresis are preserved at very low temperatures. The scientific term for preserving these types of cells is cryopreservation (from the Greek “kryos”, cold). In this state, the cells can be stored in special cryotanks, until they are requested for another person with blood cancer. Once a request is received, it usually takes up to three business days to transport the material – an advantage that saves valuable time in the race against blood cancer.

    “This approach is straightforward and one hundred percent ethical for our voluntary donors. We only approach those who donate to a specific person anyway. This way, our donors can save two lives with one donation,” said Dr. Alexander Platz, Medical Director of the DKMS Stem Cell Bank.

    First transplantation of stem cells from the cryotank

    The first transplantation of such cryopreserved stem cells from the DKMS Stem Cell Bank showed that this is not just theory. The patient received this transplant as a second graft. The stem cells used were cryopreserved and stored at the time of the first transplant. The fact that the cells were already available in the DKMS Stem Cell Bank had many advantages: the confirmatory typing and the preliminary examination had already been carried out, and the donation arrived at the transplantation center within a few days. This allowed the patient to receive the stem cells he needed as soon as possible. At the same time, the donor did not have to make any additional effort, since a second donation was not necessary. A second donation is not a single case. Generally, about one in 30 donors donates stem cells for a second time, mostly for the same patient. Since the stem cells have been stored in the DKMS Stem Cell Bank, this will not always be necessary in the future – two stem cell grafts were obtained from one collection, and both have now been used.

    The first transplantation of cryopreserved stem cells from the DKMS Stem Cell Bank proves that this approach is more than just a theory. The patient received the transplant as a second graft, using stem cells that had been cryopreserved and stored at the time of the initial transplant. Having these stem cells readily available in the DKMS Stem Cell Bank offered several advantages: confirmatory typing and preliminary examinations had already been completed, and the donation reached the transplantation center within a few days. This enabled the patient to receive the necessary stem cells as quickly as possible without requiring the donor to undergo another procedure, as a second donation was unnecessary.

    Second donations are not uncommon; approximately one in 30 donors donates stem cells a second time, usually for the same patient. However, with stem cells now stored in the DKMS Stem Cell Bank, such additional donations may no longer be required in many cases. From a single collection, two stem cell grafts were obtained and have both been successfully used.

    “The whole team in Dresden was very happy about this first stem cell transplantation from the DKMS Stem Cell Bank. The delivery process from the cryotank to the patient and the transplantation went smoothly, but now we have to keep our fingers crossed. We truly hope that the treatment will now have the desired effect,” said Dr. Alexander Platz.

    The DKMS Life Science Lab, the Clinical Trials Unit, the DKMS Collection Center, and the Collaborative Biobankare further facilities that contribute to research and development in the field of stem cell donation in the science hub of Dresden, Germany.

    In this case, the DKMS does not disclose any further information in order to maintain anonymity. Patients should be given the opportunity to fully concentrate on themselves and their recovery during this physically and mentally difficult time. Only after a two-year period and with the consent of both parties can anonymity be rescinded.

  • PVR INOX’s Celebration of Indian Storytelling Through the Lens of Light

    Expanding screenings of All We Imagine As Light, a cinematic masterpiece across PVR INOX Cinemas to celebrate its impact on diverse global audiences across generations

    INDIA: PVR INOX Limited, India’s largest and most trusted multiplex chain, proudly announces the expansion of screenings of All We Imagine as Light to celebrate its global success with the recent Golden Globe nominations. This milestone marks a triumphant moment for Indian cinema, as PVR INOX extends the film’s reach nationwide.

    Nominated for Best Motion Picture (Non-English Language) and earning Director Payal Kapadia a ground-breaking nomination for Best Director (Motion Picture) at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards, the film has garnered immense appreciation across diverse audiences in India and globally. Kapadia becomes the first Indian filmmaker and only the third woman from Southeast Asia to achieve this honor, underscoring the world’s growing appreciation for South Asian cinema.

    The film’s emotionally charged narrative explores themes of self-discovery, sisterhood, female solidarity, and migration while shedding light on the global issue of societal abandonment of women. Featuring compelling performances by Kani Kusruti, Divya Prabha, Hridhu Haroon, and Chaya Kadam, the film’s success is a testament to the evolving appetite for authentic, culturally grounded stories that transcend borders and inspire collective introspection.

    Commenting on the occasion, Niharika Bijli, Lead Strategist at PVR INOX Ltd., said, “All We Imagine as Light is a remarkable testament to the power of Indian filmmaking. It exemplifies how rich storytelling can resonate across the globe. At PVR INOX, we are committed to offering a platform for all kinds of films that make up the magic of cinema — including mega-blockbusters and especially narratives such as this film that compel us to reflect on society and life as it is. We are honored to not just champion but celebrate such extraordinary stories that showcase the creativity of Indian filmmakers and their ability to connect with all kinds of audiences through their unique and compelling perspective.”

    To celebrate this historic milestone, PVR INOX is expanding the film’s screenings to additional cities, ensuring audiences across the country can experience its transformative power.