INKWomen Speaker Section showcases powerful voices of female leaders, innovators, and change-makers. From diverse backgrounds and fields, they inspire, educate, and catalyze action, fostering a more inclusive and equitable world through their insights and stories.
Aparajita Jain is a leading figure in the Indian contemporary art world, known for her efforts in promoting Indian art on the global stage...
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Adrianna Svitak is a multi-talented young musician with a deep passion for piano, violin, and vocal performance...
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Prakriti Dutta is an internationally acclaimed dhrupad singer .She is a performer, actor and composer.
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Nancy Margried is the CEO and Co-founder of Piksel Indonesia Company, an enterprise that focuses on creative industries...
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Laura is an Architectural Choreographer, known for her groundbreaking work in Augmented Dance; the fusion between movement and technology...
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Meenakshi is a 82 year old Kalaripayattu professional. Kalaripayattu, is one of the oldest forms of martial arts, originating from Kerala, India...
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Susan Lim is a surgeon, scientist, playwright, lyricist, and creative director of a project centred on a future companionship between human and inanimate, enabled through the new sciences and technologies, to address...
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Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy is a film producer and journalist who has worked on 14 films for major networks in the United States and Britain...
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Gayatri Ganjawalla is a talented Indian vocalist with a rich background in both Carnatic and Hindustani classical music. Trained under the guidance of renowned musicians, she currently studies under the tutelage of Pandit Shri Babanrao Haldankar...
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Gazal Dhaliwal is a prominent Indian screenwriter and transgender activist with a notable presence in Bollywood. After completing her B.Tech in Chemical Engineering from the Malaviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur, she initially worked as a software engineer at Infosys Technologies. In pursuit of her passion for cinema, she moved to Mumbai in 2005, where she studied filmmaking at the Xavier Institute of Communications and began her career in the film industry...
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Vinita Belani is a multi-talented actor, director, and producer who transitioned from the corporate world to the arts in 2012, driven by her mission to put South Asia in a global context through the power of storytelling. Deeply committed to minority representation in the arts, Vinita's work focuses on bringing diverse voices and stories to the forefront, ensuring South Asian narratives are included in the broader tapestry of global culture...
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d'bi.young anitafrika, affectionately known as d'bi., is an internationally celebrated Jamaican dubpoet, monodramatist, and educator whose socially conscious performance art has left an indelible mark on the global psyche. Born in Kingston, Jamaica, d'bi. moved to Canada in 1993 and exploded onto the Canadian theater scene in 2001 as a remarkable storyteller in 'da kink in my hair', which played at London's Hackney Empire Theatre in 2006 and has toured globally...
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Vasundhara Das is a versatile artist–a singer, songwriter, composer, and actress. With a rich career in the Indian film industry, she has starred in several films across various languages, including Hindi, Tamil, and Kannada. As a playback singer, Vasundhara has lent her voice to numerous Bollywood and South Indian film songs, enchanting audiences with her melodious vocals, created original soundtracks for films, and collaborated on diverse music projects, continually pushing the boundaries of her craft...
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Ani Choying Drolma is a globally renowned singer, revered for her ethereal voice and profound spiritual presence. Educated in a Buddhist nunnery, Ani delved deeply into Buddhist meditation, chants, rituals, and ceremonies, quickly rising to the esteemed position of chanting master. Ani captivated audiences on MTV's Coke Studio with a composition by A.R. Rahman, redefining the genre of world music with her soul-stirring performances...
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Zuni Chopra is a multifaceted young talent making waves in the literary world. Born into a family of renowned writers and filmmakers, including her parents, Anupama Chopra and Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Zuni was exposed to the world of storytelling from a young age. At just 15 years old, she published her debut novel, "The House That Spoke," which garnered critical acclaim for its enchanting narrative and mature storytelling. The novel, set in the mystical backdrop of Kashmir, explores themes of family, loss, and the power of storytelling...
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Anupam Chopra is a distinguished journalist, author, and film critic renowned for her insightful commentary on Indian cinema. With over two decades of experience in the field, Chopra has carved a niche for herself as one of the most respected voices in Bollywood journalism. Born in Kolkata, India, Chopra pursued her education at St. Xavier's College, Mumbai, where she completed her Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature. She further honed her skills in journalism at Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism in the United States.
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Shamim Sarif is a prominent British writer and director known for her distinctive storytelling style, often exploring themes of love, identity, and social justice, particularly in relation to women and LGBTQ+ issues. Her latest film, "Polarized," which won its first festival award in April 2023, is set to release in the U.S. in early 2024. This film explores the dynamics of queer love in a small town, showcasing Sarif's commitment to blending social commentary with personal narratives...
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Rajika Puri, an esteemed exponent of Bharatanatyam and Odissi, has garnered international acclaim for her captivating dance performances. Her creative journey led Rajika to develop a unique form of storytelling, blending dance, songs, chants, and narrative in English. A trailblazer in cross-cultural ventures, Rajika is celebrated for her pioneering work in Flamenco Natyam, seamlessly weaving Indian dance and music with flamenco. Her explorations into cultural connections have been recognized by institutions like the Museum of Flamenco Dance in Seville....
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Jill Sobule, a Denver-born singer-songwriter, has carved an illustrious career spanning over two decades and eleven albums. Her breakthrough album in 1995, featuring hits like Supermodel and I Kissed A Girl, propelled her into the spotlight. Recognized as a pioneer in the crowdsourcing movement, Jill continues to captivate audiences with her diverse talents...
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Gingger Shankar, an acclaimed and versatile American musician, composer, and multi-instrumentalist. Born into one of the world's most influential musical families, Gingger has built an illustrious career that spans various genres and mediums. As the only female artist to master the ten-string double violin, she has pushed the boundaries of traditional music, mesmerizing audiences with her performances...
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Usha Uthup, the iconic Indian singer, stands as a beacon of cultural fusion and musical excellence. Usha's journey in the world of music spans over five decades, leaving an indelible mark on the Indian music scene. Her distinctive voice, vibrant stage presence, and paralleled ability to blend various musical genres, including pop, jazz, and Indian folk, has captivated audiences worldwide. Usha Uthup’s breakthrough came with the hit song Darling in 1971, catapulting her to fame and establishing her as a trendsetter in the Indian music industry...
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Kiran Rao is a powerhouse in the Indian film industry, renowned for her multifaceted contributions as a producer, director, and screenwriter. With a career spanning iconic films such as Lagaan and Monsoon Wedding, where she began as an assistant director, Kiran quickly emerged as a prominent figure. Her production repertoire boasts hits like Delhi Belly and the acclaimed Taare Zameen Par, showcasing her storytelling prowess...
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Deepti Naval, an icon of Indian cinema, embodies the essence of artistic brilliance. After pursuing higher education in the United States, she embarked on a remarkable journey in the world of Hindi cinema, making her debut in the acclaimed film Ek Baar Phir in 1979. With a repertoire of over 60 films, including memorable performances in classics like Mirch Masala and Main Zinda Hoon, Deepti has established herself as a luminary in Indian cinema...
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