Born on 30 September 1922 in Calcutta (now Kolkata), Mukherjee began his career as a cameraman and editor at New Theatres before moving to Mumbai. There he worked closely with mentor Bimal Roy on landmark films such as Do Bigha Zamin and Devdas. His own directorial debut, Musafir (1957), met with limited success, but Anari (1959) announced his arrival. Over four decades, he directed 42 films that reflected the changing ethos of India’s middle class.

Mukherjee’s genius lay in his ability to walk a middle path — between the extravagance of mainstream commercial cinema and the stark realism of art-house films. His stories were deceptively simple yet deeply insightful: the dignity of honesty in Satyakam, the bittersweet joy of living in Anand, the playful linguistic comedy of Chupke Chupke, the family chaos and eventual harmony of Gol Maal and Khubsoorat, and the tender coming-of-age tale of Guddi.

He had a rare gift for extracting natural, heartfelt performances. Rajesh Khanna and a young Amitabh Bachchan shared the screen in the unforgettable Anand (1971). Jaya Bhaduri made her Hindi cinema debut in Guddi. Dharmendra revealed a comic side in Chupke Chupke. Films like Abhimaan, Bawarchi, Namak Haraam, Anupama, and Aashirwad further showcased his range — from domestic drama and social commentary to light-hearted satire.

Mukherjee’s films celebrated everyday values: integrity, empathy, humour, and quiet resilience. They avoided melodrama and spectacle, relying instead on sharp writing, nuanced direction, and an unpretentious style that resonated across generations. His work earned him the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 1999, the Padma Vibhushan in 2001, multiple National Film Awards, and several Filmfare Awards. He also served as chairman of the Central Board of Film Certification and the National Film Development Corporation.

Hrishikesh Mukherjee passed away on 27 August 2006 in Mumbai at the age of 83 after a long battle with kidney failure. Yet his cinema endures. In an industry often driven by larger-than-life heroes and high-octane drama, Hrishi-da’s simple, classic stories continue to remind audiences of the beauty in ordinary lives — a legacy that keeps him forever among Bollywood’s greatest directors.

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The evening’s two major honours saw Infidigit crowned Marketing Agency of the Year at the mCube Awards, while Warner Bros. Discovery was named Video Publisher of the Year at the vIDEA Awards.

A key highlight of the event was the fireside chat, “Marketing Without Boundaries: Winning in an AI-First, Creator-Led & Data-Driven World,” between Dr. Ankoor Dasguupta, Chief Experience Officer, Garage Collective and Gaurav Bansal, Sr. Director & Head – Marketing & Communications at SHRM India, APAC & MENA. The conversation explored the evolving role of AI, creators, data and digital transformation in shaping modern marketing.

The awards were evaluated by an esteemed jury comprising Amitabh Biswas, Times Network; Archana Roche, Truecaller; Balaaji Vaidyanathan, Franklin Templeton; Dr. Ankoor Dasguupta, Garage Collective; Imran Qadri, Harley-Davidson Motor Company; Jiteen Aggarwal, Hettich India; Kunal Madhavdas, Netflix; Madhu S. Dutta, House of MSD; Prasad Pimple, Kotak Life; Saurabh Varma, Saurabh Varma Pictures; Shalu Zala, HSBC; Sharmila Sandeep, CG Power and Industrial Solutions; Shefali Khalsa, TransUnion CIBIL; Sudhanshu Tripathi, Quick Heal; Sukhpreet Singh, Dish TV (Zee Group); Swati Bansal, Henkel; Varsha Ojha, IIFL Finance; and Vishesh Sharma, PL Capital.

The event recognised Canara HSBC, Warner Bros. Discovery, Mobius Foundation, GMR Sports, Dubai Capitals, KSRTC, Trivayu Media Works, Kelvinator, Rocketship Films, Waghmare Masale, Interactive Bees, HSBC RuPay Credit Card, Friends Adult Diapers, Nobel Hygiene, Blancanvas Communications, Canara HSBC Life Insurance, Trident Group, Syngenta, ICICI Lombard, Goldmine, John Deere and Flipkart, along with Infidigit, HSBC Bank, HFCL, Everhope, Concept PR, Federal Bank, Ujjivan Small Finance Bank, Cipla, AgriWatch, Home Credit, Chitkara University, Jagran New Media, BombayMills, Sattva City Launch, Tata Tele Business Services, Stanley Tools, Luminous, Canara Bank, Pidilite, Garage Collective and ARM Worldwide and more.

Inkspell Elevate 2026 was supported by Approach Entertainment – PR & Communications Partner, Go Spiritual – Spiritual Partner, Global Trends Forum – Media Partner, India Creative Industries Council – Media Partner, and ED Times – Blog Partner.

With its combination of industry insights, networking and recognition, Inkspell Elevate 2026 celebrated the people, brands, agencies and campaigns shaping the future of marketing, media and visual storytelling.

Inkspell Media is a leading B2B media and events company that conceptualises and executes conferences, awards, leadership forums and knowledge platforms across marketing, advertising, media, technology, content, digital transformation and business leadership.

For more information, contact: Approach Entertainment / Approach Communications

Phone: 9820965004 / 9716962242

Email: info@approachmentertainment.com     

Website: www.approachmentertainment.com | www.approachcommunications.in

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Organised by Inkspell Media, Inkspell Elevate 2026 is one of India’s most anticipated gatherings of marketing, branding, advertising, digital and video industry leaders. Scheduled for Friday, 7th August 2026 at The Auditorium, DLF Cyber Park, Gurugram, beginning 3:00 PM onwards, the evening will bring together top marketing leaders, brand strategists, digital innovators, content creators, filmmakers and industry decision-makers for a powerful confluence of thought leadership, high-level networking and recognition of excellence.

This landmark edition marks the 10th Edition of the mCube Awards (Masters of Modern Marketing Awards) and the 8th Edition of the vIDEA Awards (Video Media Awards). These prestigious platforms celebrate outstanding achievements and innovation across modern marketing, digital transformation, branding, advertising, content, media strategies and video excellence, while fostering meaningful conversations on the future of the industry.

As the Official Spiritual Partner, Go Spiritual will bring a unique dimension of mindfulness, inner balance and holistic wellness to the event. The organisation will contribute its expertise to infuse the summit with conscious leadership perspectives, emphasising the importance of mental wellbeing, ethical practices and mindful growth in today’s fast-paced marketing and digital world.

A key highlight of the evening will be the panel discussion titled “Marketing Without Boundaries: Winning in an AI-First, Creator-Led & Data-Driven World,” moderated by Dr. Ankoor Dasguupta, Chief Experience Officer at Garage Collective, and featuring senior industry leaders from ITC Hotels, The Medical Travel Company and SHRM India, APAC & MENA.

Commenting on the partnership, Sonu Tyagi, Founder of Go Spiritual and Approach Entertainment Group, said: “We are delighted to be the Spiritual Partner for Inkspell Elevate 2026. In an industry driven by speed, technology and constant innovation, it is essential to balance professional excellence with inner wellbeing and conscious leadership. Go Spiritual is proud to support this prestigious platform by bringing mindfulness and holistic perspectives that complement the dynamic conversations on modern marketing and video innovation.”

Sonu Tyagi is an acclaimed writer, director, producer and visionary entrepreneur with qualifications in Psychology, Advertising Management, Journalism and Filmmaking. With extensive experience across top advertising agencies and media houses, he seamlessly blends creative expertise with a deep commitment to spirituality, mental health and social causes. He has co-produced the critically acclaimed spiritual web series Two Great Masters and is currently involved in the upcoming global film Liberation and the satirical comedy Camp Decent. He was recently honoured as one of the “Top Most Leaders in Mental Health” at the 7th World Mental Health Congress & Awards.

About Go Spiritual Go Spiritual is a leading Spiritual & Wellness organisation working towards promoting spirituality, spiritual awareness, mental health, wellness, spiritual tourism, events, media and social causes. Operating under the Approach Entertainment Group, Go Spiritual has recently launched its News Magazine & App and is preparing to introduce the Go Spiritual Web TV & OTT platform to deliver uplifting and conscious content.

About Approach Entertainment Group Approach Entertainment and Approach Communications are two separate units under the Approach Entertainment Group. Approach Communications is a full-fledged award-winning PR, Digital & Integrated Communications Agency. Approach Entertainment is an award-winning Celebrity Management, Films Productions, Advertising & Corporate Films Productions, Films Marketing, Events and Entertainment Marketing Company. The group also includes Approach Bollywood — a specialised Bollywood newswire and app.

For more information, please contact:

Approach Entertainment & Communications

Phone: +91-9820965004 / +91-9716962242

Email: info@approachentertainment.com

Websites: www.approachentertainment.com | www.approachcommunications.in

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नई दिल्ली: इंकस्पेल मीडिया ने इंकस्पेल एलीवेट 2026 के आयोजन की घोषणा की है। यह कार्यक्रम भारत के मार्केटिंग, ब्रांडिंग, विज्ञापन, डिजिटल और वीडियो उद्योग से जुड़े प्रमुख विशेषज्ञों, कंपनियों और ब्रांड्स का एक प्रतिष्ठित मंच है। यह आयोजन 7 अगस्त 2026 (शुक्रवार) को द ऑडिटोरियम, डीएलएफ साइबर पार्क, गुरुग्राम में दोपहर 3:00 बजे से आयोजित किया जाएगा।

इस कार्यक्रम में दो प्रतिष्ठित पुरस्कार समारोह आयोजित किए जाएंगे। पहला है एमक्यूब अवॉर्ड्स (आधुनिक विपणन के महारथियों के सम्मान पुरस्कार) का 10वां संस्करण, जबकि दूसरा है वीआइडिया अवॉर्ड्स (वीडियो मीडिया पुरस्कार) का 8वां संस्करण। इन पुरस्कारों के माध्यम से मार्केटिंग, डिजिटल ट्रांसफॉर्मेशन, कंटेंट, ब्रांडिंग, विज्ञापन, मीडिया और वीडियो प्रोडक्शन के क्षेत्र में उत्कृष्ट कार्य करने वाले व्यक्तियों, कंपनियों और संस्थाओं को सम्मानित किया जाएगा।

इस आयोजन में कई प्रतिष्ठित संस्थाएं सहयोगी के रूप में जुड़ी हैं। एप्रोच एंटरटेनमेंट कार्यक्रम का पीआर एवं कम्युनिकेशंस पार्टनर है। गो स्पिरिचुअल स्पिरिचुअल पार्टनर के रूप में जुड़ा है। ग्लोबल ट्रेंड्स फोरम और इंडिया क्रिएटिव इंडस्ट्रीज काउंसिल मीडिया पार्टनर हैं, जबकि ईडी टाइम्स ब्लॉग पार्टनर की भूमिका निभा रहा है।

एमक्यूब अवॉर्ड्स अपने दसवें वर्ष में प्रवेश कर चुका है और पिछले एक दशक से मार्केटिंग के क्षेत्र में उत्कृष्ट कार्य करने वाले ब्रांड्स, एजेंसियों, मार्केटिंग प्रोफेशनल्स और उद्योग जगत के नेताओं को सम्मानित करता आ रहा है। इन पुरस्कारों में आधुनिक मार्केटिंग, डेटा आधारित रणनीतियों, ग्राहक अनुभव, आर्टिफिशियल इंटेलिजेंस और नवाचार से जुड़े अभियानों को विशेष महत्व दिया जाता है।

वहीं वीआइडिया अवॉर्ड्स का यह आठवां संस्करण वीडियो मीडिया के क्षेत्र में उत्कृष्ट उपलब्धियों को सम्मानित करेगा। इसमें विज्ञापन फिल्में, कॉर्पोरेट फिल्में, डिजिटल स्टोरीटेलिंग, सोशल मीडिया वीडियो, एंटरटेनमेंट, एनीमेशन और उभरते हुए वीडियो फॉर्मेट्स में बेहतरीन कार्य करने वालों को सम्मानित किया जाएगा।

इंकस्पेल एलीवेट 2026 केवल एक पुरस्कार समारोह नहीं है, बल्कि यह उद्योग जगत के लिए सीखने, विचार-विमर्श और नेटवर्किंग का एक महत्वपूर्ण मंच भी है। कार्यक्रम में देशभर के सीएमओ, मार्केटिंग प्रमुख, ब्रांड लीडर्स, डिजिटल विशेषज्ञ, क्रिएटिव डायरेक्टर्स, एजेंसी प्रमुख, कंटेंट प्रोफेशनल्स, फिल्म निर्माता, वीडियो क्रिएटर्स, मीडिया विशेषज्ञ, उद्यमी और उद्योग जगत के निर्णयकर्ता भाग लेंगे।

कार्यक्रम की प्रमुख आकर्षणों में से एक “सीमाओं से परे मार्केटिंग : एआई-प्रथम, क्रिएटर-आधारित और डेटा-संचालित दुनिया में सफलता की नई राह” विषय पर आयोजित विशेष पैनल चर्चा होगी। इसमें उद्योग के वरिष्ठ विशेषज्ञ आधुनिक मार्केटिंग, आर्टिफिशियल इंटेलिजेंस, क्रिएटर इकोनॉमी और डेटा आधारित रणनीतियों पर अपने विचार साझा करेंगे।

इंकस्पेल मीडिया के प्रवक्ता ने कहा, “इंकस्पेल एलीवेट आज भारत में मार्केटिंग और वीडियो कम्युनिकेशन के क्षेत्र में उत्कृष्टता को सम्मानित करने वाला एक विश्वसनीय मंच बन चुका है। एमक्यूब अवॉर्ड्स के 10वें और वीआइडिया अवॉर्ड्स के 8वें संस्करण के साथ हम देश के श्रेष्ठ नवाचारकर्ताओं, क्रिएटर्स और उद्योग जगत के नेताओं का स्वागत करने के लिए उत्साहित हैं। यह आयोजन सम्मान, प्रेरणा और सार्थक नेटवर्किंग का एक विशेष अवसर होगा।”

आज के समय में जब व्यवसाय तेजी से आर्टिफिशियल इंटेलिजेंस, डेटा आधारित रणनीतियों, क्रिएटर-आधारित मार्केटिंग और नई डिजिटल तकनीकों को अपना रहे हैं, ऐसे में इंकस्पेल एलीवेट 2026 उन व्यक्तियों, संस्थाओं और अभियानों को सम्मानित करेगा जो इस परिवर्तन का नेतृत्व कर रहे हैं।

मार्केटिंग, मीडिया, विज्ञापन और वीडियो उद्योग से जुड़े सभी पेशेवरों, नामांकित प्रतिभागियों, सहयोगी संस्थाओं और अतिथियों को 7 अगस्त 2026 को द ऑडिटोरियम, डीएलएफ साइबर पार्क, गुरुग्राम में आयोजित इस विशेष कार्यक्रम में शामिल होने के लिए आमंत्रित किया गया है।

इंकस्पेल मीडिया भारत की अग्रणी बी2बी मीडिया एवं इवेंट्स कंपनी है, जो मार्केटिंग, विज्ञापन, मीडिया, टेक्नोलॉजी, कंटेंट, डिजिटल ट्रांसफॉर्मेशन, कस्टमर एक्सपीरियंस, बिजनेस लीडरशिप और अन्य क्षेत्रों में राष्ट्रीय स्तर के सम्मेलन, पुरस्कार समारोह और नेतृत्व मंच आयोजित करती है। अपने प्रमुख आयोजनों के माध्यम से इंकस्पेल मीडिया उत्कृष्टता को सम्मानित करने के साथ-साथ उद्योग जगत में नवाचार, ज्ञान साझा करने और सहयोग को बढ़ावा देती है।

अधिक जानकारी के लिए संपर्क करें:

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The post इंकस्पेल एलीवेट 2026 में जुटेंगे मार्केटिंग और वीडियो जगत के दिग्गज first appeared on Approach Bollywood.

The programme will feature two prestigious award platforms that have, over the years, evolved into respected industry benchmarks: the 10th Edition of the mCube Awards, also known as the Masters of Modern Marketing Awards, and the 8th Edition of the vIDEA Awards, the Video Media Awards. Together they recognise excellence, innovation, creativity, strategy and measurable business impact across marketing, digital transformation, content, branding, advertising, media and video production.

Inkspell Elevate 2026 is being supported by a distinguished group of partners who bring specialised expertise and reach to the platform. Approach Entertainment serves as the PR & Communications Partner, Go Spiritual as the Spiritual Partner, Global Trends Forum and India Creative Industries Council as Media Partners, and ED Times as the Blog Partner.

Celebrating its landmark tenth edition, the mCube Awards continues a decade-long legacy of honouring brands, agencies, marketers and business leaders who have redefined modern marketing. The awards spotlight breakthrough campaigns, data-driven strategies, customer engagement, AI-powered innovation and impactful brand experiences that have set new standards in the industry.

In parallel, the vIDEA Awards, now in its eighth edition, celebrates the finest achievements in video media. It recognises outstanding work across branded content, advertising films, corporate communication, digital storytelling, social media videos, entertainment, animation and emerging visual formats that continue to transform the way audiences engage with brands and stories.

Inkspell Elevate 2026 is conceived as far more than an awards ceremony. It is designed as a complete industry experience where thought leadership meets celebration. Guests can expect insightful panel discussions on the future of marketing and video communication, meaningful networking opportunities with senior decision-makers from leading brands and agencies, the felicitation of India’s most impactful marketing and video campaigns, and a grand awards ceremony followed by networking over Hi-Tea.

A key highlight of the evening will be the panel discussion titled “Marketing Without Boundaries: Winning in an AI-First, Creator-Led & Data-Driven World.” Moderated by Dr. Ankoor Dasguupta, Chief Experience Officer at Garage Collective, the conversation will feature Mr. Vikram Singh, Head – Digital Marketing at ITC Hotels; Mr. Ankit Mehrotra, Co-Founder of The Medical Travel Company; and Mr. Gaurav Bansal, Sr. Director & Head of Marketing & Communications at SHRM India, APAC & MENA.

The event is expected to draw CMOs, marketing heads, brand leaders, digital strategists, creative directors, agency leaders, content professionals, filmmakers, video creators, media experts, entrepreneurs and business decision-makers from across the country. In doing so, it will create an unparalleled platform for collaboration, recognition and knowledge exchange.

Speaking about the occasion, an Inkspell Media spokesperson said: “Inkspell Elevate has grown into one of India’s most credible platforms celebrating excellence in marketing and video communications. As we mark the 10th edition of the mCube Awards and the 8th edition of the vIDEA Awards, we look forward to bringing together the industry’s finest innovators, creators and leaders for an inspiring evening of recognition, insights and meaningful networking.”

As businesses increasingly embrace artificial intelligence, immersive experiences, data intelligence, creator-led marketing and next-generation storytelling, Inkspell Elevate 2026 aims to spotlight the campaigns, professionals and organisations driving this transformation.

Industry professionals, nominees, partners and guests are invited to join this evening dedicated to celebrating innovation, creativity, excellence and the future of marketing and video media on Friday, 7th August 2026, from 3:00 PM onwards at The Auditorium, DLF Cyber Park, Gurugram.

Inkspell Media is a leading B2B media and events company that conceptualises and executes industry-leading conferences, awards, leadership forums and knowledge platforms across marketing, advertising, media, technology, customer experience, content, sustainability, digital transformation and business leadership. Through its flagship events and award programmes, Inkspell Media continues to recognise excellence while fostering innovation and meaningful industry connections across India.

For more information, contact: Approach Entertainment / Approach Communications

Phone: 9820965004 / 9716962242

Email: info@approachmentertainment.com     

Website: www.approachmentertainment.com | www.approachcommunications.in

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In the world of feel-good comedies, few films capture the transformative power of positivity as brilliantly as Yes Man (2008). Directed by Peyton Reed and starring the incomparable Jim Carrey, this modern classic is a delightful blend of heartfelt humour, sharp writing, and an uplifting life message that continues to resonate with audiences years after its release.

The plot is simple yet incredibly effective. Carl Allen (Jim Carrey), a lonely and pessimistic bank loan officer, has become a master of saying “no” to everything after his divorce. He isolates himself from friends, rejects opportunities, and lives a dull, unfulfilling life. Things change dramatically when he attends a self-help seminar led by the eccentric guru Terrence (Terence Stamp) and makes a covenant to say “yes” to every opportunity that comes his way. What follows is a hilarious, heartwarming, and life-changing journey filled with unexpected adventures, new friendships, and a beautiful romance.

The screenplay, based on Danny Wallace’s real-life memoir, is cleverly structured and full of energy. It takes a brilliant concept and develops it into a series of entertaining situations while never losing sight of the emotional core. The dialogues are witty, natural, and often laugh-out-loud funny, perfectly suiting Jim Carrey’s unique comic style while also delivering meaningful insights about openness and living fully.

Jim Carrey delivers one of his most engaging and balanced performances. He brings his trademark physical comedy and boundless energy while also showing genuine vulnerability and growth as Carl transforms from a closed-off “no man” into someone embracing life’s possibilities. Zooey Deschanel is absolutely charming as Allison, the free-spirited musician who becomes Carl’s love interest. Her quirky warmth and natural chemistry with Carrey make their romance one of the film’s biggest strengths. The supporting cast, including Bradley Cooper, Rhys Darby, John Michael Higgins, and Terence Stamp, adds wonderful colour and humour throughout.

The comedy is pure classic Jim Carrey gold — energetic, inventive, and endlessly entertaining. From awkward social situations and wild adventures to spontaneous decisions that spiral into chaos, the film keeps you laughing while remaining emotionally engaging. At the same time, it explores deeper themes of loneliness, self-discovery, the fear of change, and the importance of balance. The message is clear and inspiring: saying “yes” to life can open doors you never imagined, but true growth also means learning when to say “no” with honesty and self-awareness.

Yes Man is more than just a comedy — it is a celebration of positivity, courage, and the joy of living in the present moment. It reminds us that opportunities often hide behind the doors we are too afraid to open, and that a simple shift in attitude can completely transform our lives.

Even after all these years, Yes Man remains a highly rewatchable classic comedy that entertains, uplifts, and leaves you with a smile. If you need a film that combines big laughs with a positive life lesson, this is the perfect choice.

Highly recommended from Approach Entertainment & Go Spiritual. Say “yes” to Yes Man — you won’t regret it!

Sonu Tyagi Founder, Go Spiritual & Approach Entertainment

Sonu Tyagi is an award-winning writer, director, and producer with a distinguished background in journalism and advertising. As the visionary founder of Approach Entertainment—a leading celebrity management, films production, advertising & corporate films productions, films marketing, events & entertainment marketing firm—along with Approach Communications (India’s premier PR, Digital and integrated communications agency), Approach Bollywood (a dedicated entertainment news wire), and Go Spiritual (a spiritual organization promoting spirituality, mental wellness, and social impact), he has redefined the landscape of Indian media and entertainment.

Discover more at www.approachentertainment.com and www.sonutyagi.com

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नई दिल्ली: इंडियाज़ नेक्स्ट मास्टरमाइंड अवॉर्ड्स के अंतर्गत आयोजित इंडिया स्पिरिचुअल लीडर्स अवॉर्ड्स 2026 का भव्य आयोजन नई दिल्ली के द तिवोली होटल में सफलतापूर्वक सम्पन्न हुआ। इस समारोह में देशभर के प्रसिद्ध आध्यात्मिक गुरु, योग विशेषज्ञ, हीलर्स, लेखक, शिक्षाविद, समाजसेवी और वेलनेस क्षेत्र से जुड़े अनेक प्रतिष्ठित लोगों को उनके उत्कृष्ट योगदान के लिए सम्मानित किया गया।

इंडियाज़ नेक्स्ट मास्टरमाइंड अवॉर्ड्स की संस्थापक एवं अध्यक्ष डॉ. नवाना कुंडू तथा यूएई नेक्स्ट मास्टरमाइंड अवॉर्ड्स के संस्थापक एवं अध्यक्ष डॉ. मंसूर अल ओबैदली ने पिछले 14 वर्षों में इस सम्मान मंच को विश्व स्तर पर पहचान दिलाई है। इस मंच के माध्यम से अब तक 40 से अधिक क्षेत्रों में उत्कृष्ट कार्य करने वाले हजारों लोगों को सम्मानित किया जा चुका है। इन पुरस्कारों का उद्देश्य ऐसे लोगों को सम्मान देना है, जो समाज में सकारात्मक बदलाव लाने और प्रेरणादायी नेतृत्व प्रदान करने का कार्य कर रहे हैं।

कार्यक्रम की शुरुआत भव्य रेड कार्पेट स्वागत से हुई। इसके बाद दीप प्रज्वलन किया गया और संस्थापकों ने सभी अतिथियों का स्वागत करते हुए कहा कि इस मंच का उद्देश्य विभिन्न क्षेत्रों में उत्कृष्ट कार्य करने वाले लोगों को सम्मानित करना और उन्हें वैश्विक पहचान दिलाना है।

इस अवसर पर परम पूज्य श्री श्री 1008 महामंडलेश्वर अनुराग पुरी जी महाराज तथा डॉ. अजय कुमार पांडेय मुख्य अतिथि के रूप में उपस्थित रहे। उनकी गरिमामयी उपस्थिति ने समारोह को विशेष आध्यात्मिक महत्व प्रदान किया।

विशिष्ट अतिथियों में आचार्य के. वेंकट रमण घनपति, आचार्य प्रेमचंद शर्मा तथा विष्णु भक्त दास शामिल रहे।

समारोह के दौरान मास्टरमाइंड शिरोमणि अवॉर्ड डॉ. पंकज जैन, अजय भाटिया, डॉ. संदीप मारवाह, आर्या अग्रवाल तथा आरोही खंडेलवाल को आध्यात्मिक नेतृत्व, मीडिया, योग, समाजसेवा और युवा आध्यात्मिक उत्कृष्टता के क्षेत्र में उनके उल्लेखनीय योगदान के लिए प्रदान किए गए।

कार्यक्रम में सोलवाइज़ (SoulWise), पंख फाउंडेशन और अनंता मर्चेंडाइज़ ब्रांडिंग पार्टनर रहे। नैक डिजिटल, तेजटेक न्यूज़ और न्यूज़ लाइव मीडिया पार्टनर रहे। एप्रोच एंटरटेनमेंट ने आधिकारिक पीआर, डिजिटल एवं ब्रांडिंग पार्टनर की भूमिका निभाई, जबकि गो स्पिरिचुअल इस आयोजन का स्पिरिचुअल मीडिया पार्टनर रहा।

इस अवसर पर मास्टरमाइंड लाइफटाइम अचीवमेंट अवॉर्ड डॉ. राजेश तक्यार और लेफ्टिनेंट कर्नल अशोक किणी को प्रदान किया गया।

इसके अलावा कई अन्य प्रतिष्ठित व्यक्तित्वों को भी सम्मानित किया गया। इनमें डॉ. भानु सरस्वत, कावेरी नार्जरी, गौरांगी मंगल, डॉ. राजीब एल. पांडा, राजीव आनंद, डॉ. कर्णिका आनंद, श्रुति अग्रवाल, पायल लाल, हर्षिल अग्रवाल, दीपा जोशी, डॉ. मनीषा डी. चोपड़ा, नीलम वासवानी, शिवी अग्रवाल, वैशाली पंड्या, डॉ. संदीप ज्योत, डॉ. पूनम शर्मा, डॉ. तुषार पी. पाटिल, विलासिनी देवी दास एवं महामंत्र दास (राधा गिरी की पुस्तकों के लिए), सचिन बंसल, डॉ. शेख आनवर, अमन पांडेय, अनुराधा शर्मा छेत्री, ऋतिक वर्मा, डॉ. सोनू प्रसाद, अनुसूया साहू, डॉ. सुलेखा चंद्रा, राजेश संघवी, रीमा भंडारी, डॉ. कोनिका कंसल तथा टिमरावोन निंगशेन शामिल हैं।

इंडिया ग्लोबल मास्टरमाइंड अवॉर्ड्स, जो इस आयोजन का प्रमुख मंच है, पिछले 14 वर्षों से कार्यरत है। इसकी शुरुआत यूएई से हुई थी। अब तक यह मंच 10,000 से अधिक प्रेरणादायी व्यक्तित्वों को सम्मानित कर चुका है। इसके कार्यक्रमों को 75 से अधिक देशों में पहचान मिली है और इसे 40 करोड़ से अधिक लोगों तक मीडिया के माध्यम से पहुँच मिली है।

डॉ. नवाना कुंडू एक प्रसिद्ध लेखिका, TEDx स्पीकर, थेरेपिस्ट, कोच और ग्लोबल बुक अवॉर्ड विजेता हैं। वह इंटरनेशनल मेंटल हेल्थ एसोसिएशन की एंबेसडर और G100 मिशन मिलियन की यूएई कंट्री चेयर भी हैं।

डॉ. मंसूर अल ओबैदली एक अंतरराष्ट्रीय उद्यमी हैं, जिनकी पहचान 75 से अधिक देशों में है। उन्हें मध्य-पूर्व की संस्कृति, सौंदर्य और वैश्विक प्रतिभाओं को बढ़ावा देने में महत्वपूर्ण योगदान के लिए सम्मानित किया गया है।

समारोह के अंत में आगामी ग्लोबल मास्टरमाइंड आयोजनों की घोषणा की गई। इनमें हेल्थकेयर, एस्थेटिक्स, वेलनेस, मेडिकल टूरिज्म एवं हेल्थ टेक विषय पर यूएई संस्करण 21 नवंबर 2026 तथा भारत संस्करण 11 दिसंबर 2026 को आयोजित किया जाएगा।

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The post इंडिया स्पिरिचुअल लीडर्स अवॉर्ड्स 2026 में आध्यात्मिक नेतृत्व की प्रेरणादायी हस्तियों का हुआ सम्मान first appeared on Approach Bollywood.

New Delhi: The India Spiritual Leaders Awards 2026, organised by India’s Next Mastermind Awards, concluded on a high note at The Tivoli, Delhi. Approach Entertainment & Communications successfully executed its role as the Official PR, Digital & Branding Partner, ensuring extensive media coverage, strategic storytelling, and strong digital amplification for the prestigious event.

The star-studded evening brought together eminent spiritual leaders, practitioners, educators, authors, healers, and changemakers to honour remarkable contributions in spirituality, holistic wellness, energy science, and community service. A grand red-carpet reception, ceremonial lamp lighting, and inspiring welcome addresses by the founders marked the beginning of a memorable celebration of conscious leadership and spiritual excellence.

The ceremony was graced by Chief Guests His Holiness Shri Shri 1008 Mahamandaleshwar Anurag Puri Ji Maharaj and Dr. Ajay Kumar Pandey. Distinguished Guests of Honour included Acharya K. Venkata Raman Ghanapati, Acharya Premchand Sharma, and Vishnu Bhakta Dasa.

MasterMind Shiromani Awards were conferred upon Dr. Pankaj Jain, Ajjay Bhhatia, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, Arya Agarwal, and Aarohi Khandelwal, among others. MasterMind Lifetime Achievement Awards were presented to Dr. Rajesh Takyar and Lt. Col. Ashok Kini. A large number of distinguished practitioners and changemakers were also felicitated for their inspiring work.

As the Official PR, Digital & Branding Partner, Approach Entertainment & Communications crafted and executed a comprehensive 360-degree communication strategy. This included targeted press outreach, compelling content creation, digital amplification, and coordinated media engagements that significantly enhanced the event’s visibility and reach across national and global platforms.

Commenting on the successful partnership, Sonu Tyagi, Founder & Director of Approach Entertainment Group, said: “We are delighted with the outcome of our role as Official PR, Digital & Branding Partner for the India Spiritual Leaders Awards 2026. This platform beautifully honours the torchbearers of spirituality and conscious living. Our team worked passionately to amplify the powerful stories and messages emerging from the event, ensuring they reach a wider audience. It was an honour to support this meaningful initiative that aligns deeply with our values at Approach Entertainment and Go Spiritual.”

Sonu Tyagi is an acclaimed writer, director, producer, and visionary entrepreneur with professional qualifications in Psychology, Advertising Management, Journalism, and Filmmaking. With rich experience across top advertising agencies and media houses, he seamlessly blends creative expertise with a deep commitment to spirituality, mental health, wellness, and social causes. He has co-produced the critically acclaimed spiritual web series Two Great Masters and is currently involved in the upcoming global film Liberation and the satirical comedy Camp Decent. He was recently honoured as one of the “Top Most Leaders in Mental Health” at the 7th World Mental Health Congress & Awards.

Dr. Navana Kundu, Founder & President of India’s Next Mastermind Awards, and Dr. Mansoor Al Obeidli, Co-Founder, led the initiative that continues to celebrate excellence across sectors for over 14 years.

Go Spiritual, under the Approach Entertainment Group, also served as the Spiritual Media Partner, adding a meaningful layer of mindfulness and holistic perspectives to the event.

About Approach Entertainment & Communications Approach Entertainment is an award-winning Celebrity Management, Film Production & Entertainment Marketing Company. Approach Communications is a full-fledged award-winning PR, Digital & Integrated Communications Agency. Both operate under the Approach Entertainment Group and maintain a strong presence across Mumbai, New Delhi, Gurugram, Kolkata, Goa, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and other major cities.

The group also includes Approach Bollywood — a specialised Bollywood newswire and app — and Go Spiritual, a leading organisation dedicated to spirituality, mental health, wellness, spiritual tourism, events, and social causes.

For more information, please contact: Approach Entertainment & Approach Communications Phone: +91-9820965004 / +91-9716962242

Email: info@approachentertainment.com

Websites: www.approachentertainment.com | www.approachcommunications.in

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New Delhi: The India Spiritual Leaders Awards 2026, organised by India’s Next Mastermind Awards, concluded successfully at The Tivoli, Delhi, with Go Spiritual playing a prominent role as the Spiritual Media Partner. The prestigious event honoured distinguished spiritual leaders, practitioners, educators, authors, healers, and changemakers for their outstanding contributions to spiritual growth, holistic wellness, and social impact.

The ceremony brought together eminent personalities from the spiritual and wellness ecosystem for a memorable evening of recognition, reflection, and inspiration. A grand red-carpet reception, ceremonial lamp lighting, and powerful welcome addresses set the tone for the night. The event was graced by Chief Guests His Holiness Shri Shri 1008 Mahamandaleshwar Anurag Puri Ji Maharaj and Dr. Ajay Kumar Pandey, whose presence added profound spiritual depth to the occasion.

Distinguished Guests of Honour included Acharya K. Venkata Raman Ghanapati, Acharya Premchand Sharma, and Vishnu Bhakta Dasa. The prestigious MasterMind Shiromani Awards were conferred upon several luminaries including Dr. Pankaj Jain, Ajjay Bhhatia, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, Arya Agarwal, and Aarohi Khandelwal for their exemplary work in spiritual leadership, media, yoga, social welfare, and youth excellence. MasterMind Lifetime Achievement Awards were presented to Dr. Rajesh Takyar and Lt. Col. Ashok Kini. A host of other distinguished practitioners and changemakers also received well-deserved honours.

As the Spiritual Media Partner, Go Spiritual enriched the event with its focus on spirituality, mental health, and conscious living. The organisation helped amplify the message of inner balance, ethical leadership, and holistic wellness, aligning perfectly with the awards’ vision of celebrating purpose-driven impact.

Sonu Tyagi, Founder of Go Spiritual and Approach Entertainment Group, said: “We are truly honoured to have served as the Spiritual Media Partner for the India Spiritual Leaders Awards 2026. This platform beautifully celebrates the light-bearers of spirituality and wellness who are guiding humanity towards higher consciousness. At Go Spiritual, we remain committed to supporting such initiatives that integrate spiritual wisdom with modern leadership, fostering mental wellbeing and mindful growth across society.”

The event was spearheaded by Dr. Navana Kundu, Founder & President of India’s Next Mastermind Awards, and Dr. Mansoor Al Obeidli, Founder & President of UAE’s Next Mastermind Awards. Approach Entertainment served as the official PR, Digital & Branding Partner for the awards.

About Go Spiritual Go Spiritual is a leading Spiritual & Wellness organisation dedicated to promoting spirituality, spiritual awareness, mental health, wellness, spiritual tourism, events, media, and social causes. Operating under the Approach Entertainment Group, Go Spiritual has recently launched its News Magazine & App and is gearing up to introduce the Go Spiritual Web TV & OTT platform to deliver uplifting, conscious, and transformative content.

About Approach Entertainment Group Approach Entertainment is an award-winning Celebrity Management, Film Production & Entertainment Marketing Company. Approach Communications is a full-fledged award-winning PR, Digital & Integrated Communications Agency. The group also includes Approach Bollywood — a specialised Bollywood newswire and app.

For more information, please contact: Approach Entertainment & Approach Communications Phone: +91-9820965004 / +91-9716962242 Email: info@approachentertainment.com Websites: www.approachentertainment.com | www.approachcommunications.in

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New Delhi: India’s Next Mastermind Awards – India Spiritual Leaders Awards 2026 successfully brought together eminent spiritual leaders, practitioners, educators, authors, healers, and changemakers at The Tivoli, Delhi. The event celebrated individuals who have made remarkable contributions across spirituality, holistic wellness, energy science, and community service.

Dr. Navana Kundu, Founder & President of India’s Next Mastermind Awards and Co-Founder of its UAE edition, together with Dr. Mansoor Al Obeidli, Founder & President of UAE’s Next Mastermind Awards and Co-Founder of its India edition, have built a globally respected recognition platform that has celebrated excellence for over 14 years. Together, they have honoured visionary leaders across 40 diverse sectors, recognising individuals whose work creates meaningful impact, inspires positive transformation, and advances conscious leadership across communities and nations.

The prestigious event commenced with a grand red-carpet reception, followed by the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, and welcome remarks by the founders, who reaffirmed their vision of creating a global platform for recognising excellence across different sectors.

The ceremony was graced by His Holiness Shri Shri 1008 Mahamandaleshwar Anurag Puri Ji Maharaj and Dr. Ajay Kumar Pandey as Chief Guests, whose presence added deep spiritual significance to the occasion.

Distinguished Guests of Honour included Acharya K. Venkata Raman Ghanapati, Acharya Premchand Sharma, and Vishnu Bhakta Dasa.

The prestigious MasterMind Shiromani Awards were conferred upon Dr. Pankaj Jain, Ajjay Bhhatia, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, Arya Agarwal, and Aarohi Khandelwal for their contributions in spiritual leadership, media, yoga, social welfare, and youth spiritual excellence.

The event featured Soulwise, Pankh Foundation, and Ananta Merchandise as Branding Partners, along with Knack Digital, TezTech News, and News Live as Media Partners. Approach Entertainment served as the official PR, Digital & Branding Partner, while Go Spiritual was the Spiritual Media Partner for the event.

MasterMind Lifetime Achievement Awards were presented to Dr. Rajesh Takyar and Lt. Col. Ashok Kini. Awards were also presented to several distinguished practitioners and changemakers including Dr. Bhanu Saraswat, Kaveri Narzary, Gaurangi Mangal, Dr. Rajeeb L. Panda, Rajeev Anand, Dr. Karnika Anand, Shruti Agarwalla, Paayal Lal, Harshil Agarwal, Deepa Joshi, Dr. Manisha D. Chopra, Neelam Vaswani, Shivi Agarwal, Vaishali Pandya, Dr. Sandeep Jyot, Dr. Poonam Sharma, Dr. Tushar P. Patil, Vilasini Devi Das & Mahamantra Das (for Radha Giri’s Books), Sachin Bansal, Dr. Sheik Aanwar, Aman Pandey, Anuradha Sharma Chhetri, Ritik Verma, Dr. Sonu Prasad, Anusuya Sahu, Dr. Sulekha Chandra, Rajesh Sanghvi, Rima Bhandari, Dr. Konika Kansal, and Timrawon Ningshen.

India Global Mastermind Awards, the organising body, operates under the India’s Next Mastermind Awards platform. With over 14 years of experience originating from the UAE, the platform has honoured more than 10,000 visionary leaders, achieved a global media reach exceeding 400 million, and secured over 300 media features across prominent publications. It connects leaders from more than 75 countries through high-impact events focused on recognition, collaboration, and purposeful leadership.

Dr. Navana Kundu, the Founder, is a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, therapist, coach, and Global Book Award winner. She serves as Ambassador for the International Mental Health Association and UAE Country Chair for G100 Mission Million. Dr. Mansoor Al Obeidli, the Co-Founder, is an internationally acclaimed entrepreneur with a presence across more than 75 countries. He has been recognised for his contributions to Middle East culture, beauty, and global talent promotion.

The evening concluded with the announcement of the upcoming Global Mastermind events: Healthcare, Aesthetics, Wellness, Medical Tourism & Health Tech (UAE Edition on November 21st, 2026 and India Edition on December 11th, 2026).

For more information, contact: Approach Entertainment / Approach Communications Phone: 9820965004 / 9716962242

Email: info@approachmentertainment.com      

Website: www.approachmentertainment.com | www.approachcommunications.in

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