Meghraj Raje Bhosale is a prominent Marathi film producer and theatrical entrepreneur, currently serving as President of Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Chitrapat Mahamandal, revered in the Marathi entertainment industry for his contributions to drama, film, and cultural advocacy.

Bhosale hails from Sanasar, a village in Indapur within the Pune district of Maharashtra. He completed his primary education at Shri Chhatrapati High School in Bhavaninagar and later earned a degree in arts from Fergusson College, Pune. Before entering the entertainment industry, he was involved in managing his family business. In 1997, he established Pandav Enterprises with the aim of promoting folk arts and organising urban cultural events, marking the beginning of his entrepreneurial journey in the creative sector.

His contributions to Marathi theatre are particularly noteworthy. He produced 14 stage dramas, beginning with the laavani musical Chaufula, which proved to be a breakthrough in Marathi musical theatre. Building on this success, he transitioned into Marathi cinema, producing five films, including the widely acclaimed Jau Tithe Khau, which enjoyed a silver jubilee run in cinemas across Maharashtra.

In addition to his work in theatre and film, Bhosale ventured into advertising and event management. He created advertisement films for leading corporations and successfully executed high-profile live events in collaboration with major brands such as Airtel, Coca-Cola and Reliance. His leadership within the industry has been formally recognised. In 2009, he was appointed as a member of Maharashtra's Film Censor and Grants Committee.

Later, in 2016, he led the digital transformation of the Chitrapat Mahamandal, modernising its operations and outreach. Beyond his professional achievements, he is known for his unwavering support of struggling artists, earning him the affectionate title "Bhaiyya" among his peers. He currently holds executive positions in several cultural organisations, including the Film Federation of India and Pune Nritya Parishad, continuing his commitment to the growth and preservation of India's rich artistic heritage.

As an enthusiastic entrepreneur in the field of visual effects since 2016, Abhyuday Grover has experienced the thrill of building Resonance into a multi-million dollar revenue business. With a passion for creating stunning visual experiences, he has led a talented team and consistently delivered exceptional results to their clients.

Throughout his journey, Grover has remained a sports enthusiast, leveraging the principles of teamwork, dedication, and perseverance to drive success in both my personal and professional life. I thrive on the energy and camaraderie that comes from collaborating with diverse individuals, and his best efforts are towards developing his reputation as a people person, always seeking to bring out the best in others.

Leading by example is at the core of his leadership philosophy. Grover believes that actions speak louder than words, and strives to inspire his team by demonstrating integrity, commitment, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. By fostering an environment of innovation and continuous improvement, he has empowered his team to push boundaries and achieve breakthroughs in the ever-evolving field of visual effects.

In addition to his entrepreneurial endeavors, he actively engages with industry thought leaders and stays up to date with the latest trends and technologies. This commitment to ongoing learning ensures that he remains at the forefront of the landscape, ready to leverage emerging opportunities and deliver cutting-edge solutions to his clients.

With over 25+ years of experience in the animation and visual effects industry, Anand has worked with renowned studios on many award winning projects including National Award for best animated feature film and Filmfare for best VFX series OTT to name a few. Having been a technical director for the longest time in his career, he is known to handle hi-end tech-creative challenges adroitly, with no production puzzle being too problematic to solve. Being a visionary he has been instrumental in building philmCGI as one of the most reputed studios today and also looks after the overall day-to-day operations of the studio.

With over 25+ years of experience in the animation and visual effects industry, Anand has worked with renowned studios on many award winning projects including National Award for best animated feature film and Filmfare for best VFX series OTT to name a few. Having been a technical director for the longest time in his career, he is known to handle hi-end tech-creative challenges adroitly, with no production puzzle being too problematic to solve. Being a visionary he has been instrumental in building philmCGI as one of the most reputed studios today and also looks after the overall day-to-day operations of the studio.

Starting with a small team and growing to several hundred artists across Toronto, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad, Milind D. Shinde founded 88 Pictures in 2016 after spending years at DreamWorks Animation India and China unit. A doyen in the animation industry, he spent most of his animation career with DreamWorks. He was part of the core team instrumental in setting up and development of the production infrastructure at the India DreamWorks and Oriental DreamWorks in Shanghai, China.

In his robust body of experience, Shinde has been a part of few Oscar-nominated feature films at DreamWorks and played an important role in the production of most of its successful movie franchises such as Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda, How to Train Your Dragon among others. Through his astute management skills, unflinching vision and a zeal for quality and creativity, he has successfully established 88 Pictures as a key player in the arena of animation.

Aptech academics, content and emerging technologies executive vice president he leads academic strategy, content innovation, and pedagogy across MAAC, Arena Animation, ProAlley, and The Virtual Production Academy (TheVPA). His focus lies in crafting scalable, industry-aligned learning ecosystems that combine strong traditional foundations, human intelligence, and emerging tools like Gen AI, Virtual Production, and Real-Time 3D.

He has worked to reimagine how content is delivered-moving from static curricula to dynamic, experiential and tech-enabled education models that engage today's learners. This includes hybrid and project-based learning, micro-skilling, and simulation-led experiences. As the driving force behind 24FPS International Animation Awards and several other national-level student initiatives, he remains committed to providing learners with real-world exposure, strong mentoring, and platforms to showcase their creativity on global stages.

Ashwin Patil is a VFX producer with over 15 years of experience managing high-end visual effects across feature films, web series, and commercials. Skilled in budgeting, scheduling, and overseeing large-scale productions from concept to final delivery, he has a proven track record of collaborating with directors, studios, and creative teams to deliver world-class visuals on time and within budget. An accomplished professional, Ashwin consistently drives excellence and creativity, ensuring every project meets the highest cinematic standards.

With over 20 years in the animation and VFX industry, Chetan Tahashildar is a creative leader whose career spans some of the most iconic content in film, television, and digital entertainment. As Animation Director at Assemblage Entertainment, he has played a pivotal role in delivering acclaimed global projects while leading large creative teams with clarity and precision.

Prior to Assemblage, Chetan led teams at Prime Focus, Crest Animation, PIXION, and worked with clients including DreamWorks, Brown Bag Films, Lionsgate, and LEGO. His past projects include Lego Legends of Chima, Lego KnightTronics, How to Train Your Dragon (TV series), Care Bears, and numerous commercial campaigns. Chetan brings a unique ability to blend performance, style, and narrative while managing teams of artists across diverse production formats.

Debdoot Ghosh is a VFX supervisor with nearly two decades of experience dabbling across multiple platforms - movies, webseries and ad films. An accomplished professional with a proven track record of success, he has consistently supervised impactful projects and continues to drive excellence and innovation with his path-breaking visual concepts.

Rajeev Rastogi is a visionary creative professional with a strong flair for imagination and innovation in visual effects. Combining his artistic passion with entrepreneurial drive, he has established himself as a dynamic leader in the VFX industry. He is the Founder and Managing Director of WhiteApple, an emerging startup making its mark in the creative space.

With over 15 years of diverse experience spanning Public Relations, Advertising, Digital Media, and now VFX & Animation, I have had the privilege of collaborating with more than 200 brands across sectors — including automobiles, FMCG, finance, films, gadgets, and more.

An MBA in Marketing, I bring strategic insight and creative execution together to deliver impactful campaigns and memorable visual experiences. Over the last decade, my work in VFX and animation has helped leading brands tell their stories in fresh and innovative ways.

Driven by a lifelong fascination with entertainment and storytelling, I continue to explore new avenues to blend creativity, technology, and strategy to craft compelling narratives for audiences and brands alike.

Jayesh Malkapure has been working in the Indian Film and Television Industry for over 20 years as a visual effects supervisor since 2005. Co-founded the Wot Studios, a post-production studio based in Pune with a team of highly creative people, with a wide variety of specialisations in different fields such as visual effects, editing, DI - colour grading, sound, motion graphics, corporate audio visuals, television commercials, e-Learning content development, etc.