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MSEED takes root in Mumbai as Bhavan’s College launches creative institute
MUMBAI: Mumbai’s academic landscape just got a creative boost with the launch of Bhavan’s College Management School of Events, Entertainment & Design (MSEED) in Andheri west. Aimed at redefining industry-led education, this powerhouse institute is helmed by some of the most influential names in events, media, and education, promising a hands-on, experiential approach to learning.
Led by Deepak Chaudhary, a pioneer in events education and the force behind EVA Live MSEED boasts an elite leadership team, including Prof Ujjwal K Chowdhury as director general, Vinod Janardhan (joint MD, founder of Team Rustic), Jimmy Choudhary (director, Eventfaqs and WOW Awards), and Jateen Rajput (executive director, event management academic expert). Media entrepreneurs Chirag Shah and Mustafa Rangoonwala round out this stellar lineup, bringing real-world industry insights into the classroom.
The launch event was nothing short of spectacular, drawing an elite gathering of industry stalwarts from media, design, and entertainment. Zarine Bathena, Principal of Bhavan’s College, welcomed the new entrant into the Bhavan’s ecosystem, setting the stage for a groundbreaking academic journey. The event saw participation from FICCI AVGC Forum chairman Ashish Kulkarni, filmmaker Ketan Anand, Laqshya Media Group chairman Alok Jalan, Times of India HR head Amit Das, Shamiana Short Films founder Cyrus Dastoor, and communication expert Amitesh Banerjee.
MSEED is set to offer Mumbai University-approved Bachelors and Masters degrees in events, media, and design, along with advanced PG Diplomas in entertainment, communication, and fashion business management. Additionally, postgraduate students can opt for a dual MBA degree in partnership with UniMarconi University of Rome, Italy, making this an institution with global aspirations.
“A good institute needs a great infrastructure provided to MSEED by Bhavan’s College, a good recognition which is from Mumbai University in this case, and a powerful eco-system which is provided with the industry led learning at MSEED. We are hopeful of making a marked contribution to India’s creative soft power,” noted EVA Live, MD and founder, MD Deepak Chaudhary.
“MSEED brings in the collective wisdom of a few eminent educational institution-builders and creative business entrepreneurs, and promises a hospital-medical college model of learning where education and its application through live projects shall go hand in hand,” noted director general prof Ujjwal K Chowdhury.
“Events and experiential marketing in India might actually have a turnover perhaps more than that of TV and cinema industries if calculated factually. Together with animation & gaming-based entertainment, events industry is poised to make a huge economic and employment impact in India of tomorrow,” opined the AVGC evangelist and government’s animation-gaming policy-adviser, Ashish Kulkarni.
India’s events and experiential marketing industry may already be bigger than TV and cinema combined, according to Ashish Kulkarni, an AVGC policy expert. He highlighted the vast employment and economic potential of this sector, especially when combined with gaming and animation.
Meanwhile, legendary filmmaker Ketan Anand reflected on Indian cinema’s evolution, while Amit Das of TOI emphasised the need for creative talent that merges storytelling with emerging technology for innovative media outreach.
MSEED is already planning a nationwide campaign to promote careers in events, media, and design, bridging the gap between education and industry. With its first batch commencing in July 2025, this institution is set to shape the future of India’s creative landscape, one innovative mind at a time.
When the world’s fastest man watches India’s fastest kids, you know the track is set for fireworks. Dream Dash, a first-of-its-kind multi-city sprinting competition for school children, is gearing up for a blockbuster finale where none other than Usain Bolt will be the Guest of Honour. And ensuring the young athletes sprint on world-class tracks is Gallant Sports, the country’s leading sports infrastructure company, which has partnered as the official Infrastructure Partner.
The sprint series, conceptualised by KPMG in India and presented by Dreamsetgo, puts grassroots sprinting firmly on the national stage. Children from Grades 3 to 9 have already laced up for 100m and 200m races, starting with school-level heats and progressing to inter-school city finals. The fastest of them all will now line up at the grand finales in Mumbai and Delhi, racing not just for glory but in front of the Jamaican legend himself.
For Gallant Sports, the event is a showcase of what it does best building the right stage for sporting dreams. From the design of running tracks to preparing competition surfaces, Gallant has ensured that every venue matches international standards.
“Sports dreams are born on the right grounds,” said Gallant sports & infra founder & CEO Nasir Ali. “At Gallant, we’ve always focused on creating accessible and inclusive facilities that encourage participation and build confidence. Our association with Dream Dash gives us the opportunity to support young sprinters with the infrastructure they need to pursue their ambitions.”
While winning will always grab headlines, Dream Dash puts equal emphasis on participation. Every child who competes whether they cross the line first or not will receive a medal and certificate, ensuring no one leaves without a moment of pride. It’s a reminder that sport is as much about the journey as the podium.
The initiative is also part of a larger conversation: India’s urgent need for more safe, durable, and affordable sports infrastructure in schools and communities. Gallant Sports has been leading that charge, working to make sport a shared experience rather than a privilege limited to a few.
With Usain Bolt watching from the sidelines and young Indians sprinting towards their dreams, the finale of Dream Dash promises to be a celebration of both fitness and aspiration. If the right environment can turn potential into performance, then this partnership may well spark the next generation of champions.
