Harun Robert

Rob is a seasoned animator who worked in Mumbai creating animated content for children's TV channels. He hosted shows like M.A.D. and Magicskool, and later partnered with Sony Music for a YouTube channel, MadStuffWithRob. Alongside hosting, he conducts art workshops and practices graffiti. Rob also appeared in a music video with rapper Badshah, painted the Jog Flyover in Mumbai as part of a project, and became a brand ambassador for Windmill, a children's festival. In 2018, he started another YouTube channel, "Rob in the Hood," focusing on vlogs.

Dadi Pudumjee

Dadi Pudumjee, a leading figure in Indian puppetry, founded The Ishara Puppet Theatre Trust and has garnered acclaim as the President of UNIMA. With accolades like the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, his work extends from collaborations in opera and film to impactful projects addressing social issues, particularly focusing on non-formal education for marginalized children. Through his performances, Pudumjee blends traditional Indian narratives with contemporary themes, reflecting both his artistic innovation and his dedication to fostering positive change.

Suresh Eriyat

Suresh, a pioneering figure in Indian animation, has been at the forefront of the industry for almost two decades. Graduating from the National Institute of Design in 1997, he founded Famous House of Animation and later co-founded Studio Eeksaurus in 2009. With a portfolio of over 400 films, Suresh has garnered more than 100 national and international awards, including the prestigious Annecy festival Cristal for his film "Fateline" in 2015. His in-house projects "Tokri" and "Fisherwoman and Tuk-Tuk" have both won the National Film Award for Best Non-Feature Animation Film.

Sekhar Mukherjee

Sekhar Mukherjee, a luminary in Animation Design, began his journey at NID in 1992, following his tenure at the Economic Times. As the founding director of NID AP, he has left an indelible mark on the field. Leading the Animation Film Design department, he orchestrates the acclaimed Chitrakatha festival, showcasing budding talents. His educational contributions, recognized by the CNBC-Aptech award, highlight his dedication. Beyond accolades, Sekhar is a prolific contributor to Ananda Bazaar Patrika and holds a significant role on the editorial board of Animation: An Interdisciplinary Journal, cementing his influence in the global animation community.

Dhimant Vyas

Dhimant Vyas, also known as Kaka, is a veteran Animation Film Designer and the Chief Creative Director, Media at BYJU'S. With a rich career, he's contributed to iconic projects like Shaun the Sheep and Purple & Brown with Aardman Animation Ltd U.K. Notable works include the title animation for 'Taare Zameen Par' and the Creature Comforts USA TV series. His art and photography have earned him numerous national and international awards.

Prateek Sethi

An international speaker, ex host of the hit kids science curiosity based show - FAQ on Pogo TV | Cartoon Network South East Asia, multiple TEDx Speaker and winner of Times 40 Under 40. Producer and Creative director of the multi award winning animated series, Folktales of India. Core team member of the Animators Guild India platform, magazine and on ground film festival. With over 18 years of experience, always on the lookout for new and exciting ways to engage audiences.

Anne Doshi

Anne, a La Sorbonne Cinema graduate, discovered her passion for India's culture on a trip, launching her career as the coordinator of the Indian delegation at the Marrakech International Film Festival in 2003. She orchestrated Shah Rukh Khan's debut in 2011 and a Royal Tribute to the Bombay Film Industry in 2012. Anne's cross-cultural expertise shines through events like the Indian Film Festival alongside IIFA awards worldwide.

Indou Theagrajan

Indou, with a background in Fashion Design and a passion for art, books, fashion, and films, works in garment manufacturing, managing design, planning, budgeting, and talent. She champions original stories, bringing her skills to animation film production, co-producing KPL and Lucky Dog with her husband, Ujwal Nair.

Ujwal Nair

Ujwal Nair, a Chennai-based self-taught animation filmmaker. He's honed his skills through drawing, acting, and copywriting, transitioning to animation as his passion. With experience at studios like Graphic India, he's now a motion designer and indie filmmaker. His previous film, "KPL," won acclaim. Catch his latest work, "Lucky Dog," at CHIAFF.

Rohit Kelkar

Rohit Kelkar is an Indian animator and animation filmmaker. A graduate of the French animation school - Gobelins, he's worked on several animated films such as 'I Lost My Body', 'My Father's Dragon', 'Mum is Pouring Rain', 'Spider- man: Across the Spider-Verse' and 'Star Wars: Visions' among many others. He's currently the Animation Director on the upcoming Indian animated feature film 'Heirloom'.

Sanath PC

Co-founder of Firefly Creative Studio, renowned VFX supervisor, and creative director for blockbuster cinematic ventures like Baahubali, Robot, Pulimurugan, Magadheera, Arundhati, and Anji. A member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, winner of numerous State and National Awards for Best Visual Effects, and an advisory board member of prestigious institutions. A graduate of the National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad.

Saksham Arora

A visual designer, animator, and serial sketcher, has been filling sketchbooks since 2013 with scenes, people, and anecdotes. His portfolio as an independent animator includes collaborations with top commercial studios and brands, as well as contributions to indie short films. His illustration work spans children's books, textbooks, and comics, often inspired by real- life experiences.

Asuma Noor

A cherry tomato who loves drawing in her sketchbook: humans, animals and imaginary friends. Chasing the 'tang' in everyday's monotonous soup, she sometimes wishes she were a lemon (often forgets she's a tomato herself). But it's okay. Making comics, designing riddles, animating seasonally, illustrating professionally, basking in the sun and meowing at birds are the joys of her life.

Abhimanyu Ghimray

Meet a multi-talented storyteller, expertly weaving narratives through illustrations, animation, comic books, and games like Dungeons & Dragons. With a pen and diary always at hand, he finds inspiration in the world around him. Since completing his post-graduation in Animation Film Design from NID Ahmedabad in 2011, he has embarked on a diverse journey spanning over a decade. His collaborations with esteemed clients like Famous House of Animation, Mayhem Game Studios, and others showcase his versatility and creativity.

Siddharth Maskeri

Siddharth Masker, an Indian Creator-Storyteller, entered the film industry with "Masti Express" and has since collaborated on various projects like "Get My Goat" and "Enko The Eskimo." He works with leading studios like Toonz Animation to create content for diverse audiences. His recent success includes "Pa Ja Ma," a family comedy series on Sony Yay. In 2017, he co-founded Soulify with his partner Smriti to promote human consciousness through storytelling.

Manoj A. Menon

Manoj A. Menon, Creative Director at Mikros Animation, boasts over 20 years of Emmy-nominated expertise in animation, theme park design, and more. Leading the Bengaluru Studio, he orchestrates creative aspects and client communications for feature and episodic productions. With a stellar portfolio including EA Sports, Ubisoft, and Disney, Manoj excels in crafting immersive worlds and characters that resonate with audiences.

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