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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Air India Presents Power Creator Awards 2025: Yashraj Mukhate, Rahul Dua, Jannat Zubair
presents The Power Creator Awards 2025, powered by The Times of India, spotlighted India's most impactful digital creators—individuals who go beyond capturing attention to shaping culture, setting trends, and transforming creativity into a thriving profession. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This annual celebration of originality and influence brought together the country's leading creators, brands, and industry trailblazers across diverse genres including tech, fashion, food, beauty, comedy, and travel. Co-powered by Nothing, with Hilton as the official Hospitality Partner, the event marked a defining moment for India's creator economy. From culinary innovators and fashion icons to travel storytellers, stand-up comics, podcasters, and Gen Z disruptors, the awards showcased the extraordinary diversity and depth of talent thriving in the digital space. Winners were selected through a comprehensive process that combined public voting, performance metrics, and expert insights from a distinguished jury. Esteemed jury members such as Malini Agarwal, Khurrana, Abhishek Banerjee, and played a pivotal role in curating this year's honours. Here's the complete list of winners at the Power Creator Awards 2025: Tech Creators Power Tech Creator Award – Jury Choice: Jai Arora Power Tech Creator Award – Popular Choice: Tejas Patil Gaming Creators Power Gaming Creator Award – Jury Choice: Lokesh Raj Power Gaming Creator Award – Popular Choice: Payal Dhare Education Creators Power Educator Award – Jury Choice: Awal Madaan Power Educator Award – Popular Choice: Alakh Panday (Sanjay Kumar Sharma) Sports Creators Power Sports Creator Award – Jury Choice: Asha Sobhana Power Sports Creator Award – Popular Choice: Deepak Tangri Breakthrough Creator Winner: Sufi Motiwala Beauty Creators Most Versatile Beauty Creator: Dikshita Jindal Power Beauty Creator Award – Jury Choice: Aashna Shroff Power Beauty Creator Award – Popular Choice: Aashi Adani Comedy Creators Power Stand-Up Comic Award – Jury Choice: Power Comedy Creator Award – Jury Choice: Chandni Bhabhda Power Comedy Creator Award – Popular Choice: Arun Singh aka Jhumroo Real Estate Creators Power Real Estate Creator Award – Jury Choice: Mayank Agarwal Power Real Estate Creator Award – Popular Choice: Pranali Kadam Motivational Speakers Power Motivational Speaker Award – Jury Choice: Himeesh Madan Power Motivational Speaker Award – Popular Choice: Priya Kumar Motivational Speaker of the Year: Rahul Kapoor Music Creators Power Music Creator Award – Jury Choice: Nandy Sisters Power Music Creator Award – Popular Choice: Platform-Specific Winners Power Creator on Facebook: Varun Pruthi Power Creator on Snapchat: Anam Darbar Auto Creators Power Auto Creator Award – Jury Choice: Priyanka Kochhar Power Auto Creator Award – Popular Choice: Faisal Khan Dance Creators Power Dance Creator Award – Jury Choice: Parveen Sharma Power Dance Creator Award – Popular Choice: Sonal Devraj Health & Wellness Creators Power Health & Wellness Creator Award – Jury Choice: Divija Bhasin Power Health & Wellness Creator Award – Popular Choice: Shivani Sikri Fitness Creators Power Fitness Creator Award – Jury Choice: Radhika Bose Power Fitness Creator Award – Popular Choice: Mihir Pawaskar Fitness Creator of the Year: Krishna Shroff Fashion Creators Fashion Force of the Year: Sahil Salathia Power Fashion Creator Award – Jury Choice: Surbhi Rathore Power Fashion Creator Award – Popular Choice: Rajvee Gandhi Most Stylish Creator of the Year: Urfi Javed Celebrity Fashion Creator of the Year: Anaita Shroff Travel Creators Power Travel Creator Award – Jury Choice: Sahil Gulati Power Travel Creator Award – Popular Choice: Tanya Khanjiow Best Travel Creator of the Year: Shenaz Treasury Pet Creators Power Pet Creator Award – Jury Choice: Plowy Cat (Hitesh & Manisha) Power Pet Creator Award – Jury Choice: Oscar Dog (Sushil Kumar) Power Pet Creator Award – Popular Choice: Doodle (Vartika Dixit) Food & Culinary Creators Power Culinary Creator Award – Jury Choice: Saloni Kukreja Power Culinary Creator Award – Popular Choice: Meghna Kamdar Power Food Creator Award – Jury Choice: Sarah Hussain Power Food Creator Award – Popular Choice: Gaurav Wasan Parenting Creators Parent Voice of the Year: Juhi Parmar Power Parent Voice Award – Jury Choice: Harpreeth Suri Power Parent Voice Award – Popular Choice: Smriti Khanna Podcast Creators Power Podcast Creator Award – Jury Choice: Samdish Bhatia Power Podcast Creator Award – Popular Choice: Kamiya Jani Fan-Favourite Podcast Creator: Debina Bonnerjee Lifestyle Creator Lifestyle Creator of the Year: Anshula Kapoor Couple Creators Power Couple Creator Award – Jury Choice: Dev & Maggi Power Couple Creator Award – Popular Choice: Rohan & Tanvi Heartwarming Duo Heartwarming Duo of the Year: Akshay Partha GenZ Creator Power GenZ Creator Award – Popular Choice: Jannat Zubair Youth Icon Power Youth Icon Award: Amol Parashar Adventurous Content Power Creator for Most Adventurous Content: Amit Sadh Disruptor of the Year Power Disruptor of the Year: Shalini Passi Power Creator Awards shines the spotlight on India's digital trailblazers
Indian Express
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Ayushmann Khurrana on defying Bollywood hero stereotypes, managing stress, and his take on sustainability: ‘Growing up in a middle-class household…'
From anchoring on radio and reality TV to becoming one of India's most unconventional leading actors, Ayushmann Khurrana has redefined what it means to be a Bollywood star. With hits like Vicky Donor, Article 15, Shubh Mangal Saavdhan, Andhadhun, Badhaai Do, and more, the National Award-winning actor, singer, and poet has consistently chosen scripts that challenge the norm, be it tackling taboos around masculinity, caste, sexuality, or social stigma. 'I'm constantly on the lookout for characters who are vulnerable, real, and flawed, who rise up to do something extraordinary,' said Khurrana. In an exclusive interview with the ahead of World Environment Day 2025, Khurrana opens up about the instincts that drive his storytelling, the values shaped by his middle-class upbringing, and how sustainable living, both on and off screen, guides his everyday choices. Edited excerpts below: A post shared by Ayushmann Khurrana (@ayushmannk) Ayushmann Khurrana: Evolution. Every phase has shaped me. It taught me to take risks – half of my most successful films were with debutant directors. I love what I do, and I'm grateful for the opportunities. Each new project brings fresh energy. I seek out characters who are flawed, vulnerable, and yet manage to do something meaningful. My choices might not fit the conventional image of a Bollywood star, but they resonate with the audience. My journey has been that of a disruptor A post shared by Ayushmann Khurrana (@ayushmannk) Ayushmann Khurrana: It's definitely a mix; instinct leads the way. I am drawn to scripts that unsettle me and push me out of my comfort zone. My philosophy is simple: I want to tell stories that matter, that reflect society's blind spots, and start relevant conversations. So yes, instinct brings me to the door, but my beliefs ensure I walk through it every time. Q3. Has mindful living shaped how you approach food, from indulgence to something more intentional? Ayushmann Khurrana: Absolutely. I've shifted from eating just for taste to eating for well-being. I still relish my sweet dishes, like a scoop of kulfi, but I make room for those treats rather than having them by default. Most meals now centre around whole grains, fresh seasonal produce, and simple home-cooked recipes. Mindful eating for me means tasting each bite, checking in with my body's needs, and choosing ingredients that fuel both body and soul. Q4. Sustainability is becoming central to how we live. Have you made any conscious changes – at home, in your wardrobe, or daily habits – that reflect this shift? Ayushmann Khurrana: Definitely. A lot of these values were instilled in me early on. Growing up in a middle-class household taught me to respect resources: never waste food, water, or electricity. Those lessons became a mindset, a way of life, and helped in understanding the impact of our actions on the planet. Today, I make small but consistent efforts – waste segregation, conserving water, switching off lights and devices not in use. These may seem minor, but collectively, they form the foundation of a healthier planet. I believe that when we live with intention and honour the resources around us, we nurture it for generations to come. Q5. If you could inspire your audience to adopt one conscious habit, what would it be, and why? Ayushmann Khurrana: Sustainability is not just a buzzword for me. I believe in making mindful choices that benefit the environment and, by extension, elevate the quality of our daily lives. I'd say start your day with a 10-minute digital detox. No phones, no screens—just reconnect with yourself. Also, avoid single-use items, whether it's tissues, paper plates, or disposable makeup wipes. These small changes are easy to adopt and can have a big impact on the planet. Q. With such a packed schedule, what helps you manage stress? Are there rituals that keep you mentally grounded? Ayushmann Khurrana: There are a few non-negotiables for me: I start the day with yoga and meditation, and then plug into music or poetry. I barely scroll on my phone as a 'break' – that is just more noise. Instead, I walk barefoot on the grass, do simple stretches, or sometimes sit quietly with a glass of Signature Packaged Drinking Water and watch the sunset. Those tiny rituals reset my headspace. Q. What's something you believe today that the younger you would've never expected but would be proud of? Ayushmann Khurrana: I have been silently manifesting the life and career I have today. I think the younger me dreamt big, even if he didn't know how it would all unfold. What he didn't expect was the courage I'd find to take risks and embrace failure. As an actor, I consciously chose to do films not set in formulas. Every film I said yes to came from a place of conviction, both from the makers and me. The subjects were not only promising but also had the potential to be thought-provoking around important societal issues that are usually not addressed. That these stories resonated with audiences is something my younger self would be very proud of. Cherry Gupta is an Assistant Manager - Content at The Indian Express. She is responsible for crafting compelling narratives, uncovering the latest news and developments, and driving engaging content based on data and trends to boost website traffic and audience engagement. One can connect with her on LinkedIn or by mail at ... Read More
Time of India
03-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Agoda launches AI-powered vacation planner for Indian travelers
Global digital travel platform Agoda has launched an AI-powered Vacation Planner , exclusively for Indian travelers . The tool, developed in collaboration with Google, uses Gemini and Imagen AI models to generate personalized travel itineraries within seconds, offering recommendations based on users' preferences across destinations, activities, accommodations, and more. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The campaign features Bollywood actor as "Mr. Vacaywala," who takes on the quirky role of Chief Wellness Office. The campaign will run until June 30. To promote the initiative, Agoda is launching a multimedia campaign across YouTube and Meta platforms, aiming to engage different traveler personas using AI-optimized targeting. The project was co-developed with creative agency Kulfi Collective and AI studio TrueFan. In the videos created by the AI planner, Khurrana appears as a digital host, addressing users by their first names while delivering budget-friendly, stress-free travel suggestions tailored to each person. Gaurav Malik, Country Director for India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal at Agoda, emphasized the goal of transforming the travel planning experience. He said 'We've redefined the travel planning experience to be both personal and inspiring, and we're absolutely thrilled to make this available to Indian travelers this month!' How Agoda's AI planner works Gemini AI understands traveler preferences and queries to craft personalized plans. Imagen AI transforms those itineraries into rich, interactive visuals. Mr. Vacaywala, voiced through text-to-speech AI, narrates each day's plan. Users can download and share the itinerary instantly. According to Google Asia Pacific's Industry Head for Travel, Pulkit Lambah: 'This collaboration with Agoda reimagines travel — from basic bookings to instantly personalized, inspiring journeys powered by AI.'
