Success is not a one-night journey, you have to keep going without worrying about the destination, and hard work is the only key to success.
Top 10 Successful and Inspiring Indian Personalities of the Year 2024
Namita Thapar, Entrepreneur
Namita Thapar is an Indian entrepreneur, business executive, and angel investor. She is the Executive director of Emcure Pharmaceuticals. She has also been a prominent investor in Shark Tank India investing in over 100 companies. She is also the founder of Thapar Entrepreneur Academy. After completing her MBA, she ventured to the US, to take the role of Business Finance head at Guidant Corporation. Later, she relocated to India, where she took the role of CFO at Emcure Pharmaceuticals. She was later appointed as the Executive director of the company. Emcure Pharmaceuticals Limited is an Indian multinational pharmaceutical company, headquartered in Pune. Emcure's product portfolio includes tablets, capsules (both softgel capsules and hard-gel capsules) and injectables. The company produces gynaecology, cardiovascular, oncology and blood therapeutic drugs, HIV antivirals and other anti-infectives, and vitamins and minerals.
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Ritesh Agarwal, CEO of OYO Rooms
Ritesh Agarwal is an Indian billionaire entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of OYO Rooms. He has been a panelist on Shark Tank India (season 3) in 2024. As of March 2024, Agarwal's net worth is estimated to be around ₹16,000 crore. Ritesh Agarwal was born in a Marwari family in Bissam Cuttack, Odisha, India and was brought up in Titilagarh. His family operated a small shop in Rayagada, Odisha. He completed his schooling at Sacred Heart School, and later at St. John's Senior Secondary School, before moving to Delhi in 2011 for college. Agarwal married Geetansha Sood, a native of Lucknow, on 7 March 2023.
Maithili Thakur, National Creators Awardee 2024
Maithili Thakur is an Indian playback singer trained in Indian classical music and Folk Music. She has sung original songs, covers, and traditional folk music prominently in Hindi, Bengali, Maithili, Urdu, Marathi, Bhojpuri, Punjabi, Tamil, English and more Indic languages. Maithili Thakur was awarded the Cultural Ambassador of the Year Award by the Prime Minister of India at the inaugural National Creators Award on 8 March 2024.
Ranveer Allahbadia, National Creators Awardee 2024
Ranveer Allahbadia better known as BeerBiceps is an Indian YouTuber. Known for his Podcasts on Spotify, he is also recognised for his YouTube videos covering topics such as fashion, finance, fitness, motivation, and self-development. Ranveer was born in Mumbai to a well-off Punjabi Hindu family. He was brought up in Delhi. He attended Dhirubhai Ambani International School where he was a good student. He graduated with a Bachelor in Engineering (B.E.) degree from Dwarkadas J. Sanghvi College of Engineering in the year 2015. While in college, Ranveer struggled with alcoholism, of which he often spoke about in many of his videos. He felt a lack of interest in his engineering studies while through college and has often cited that it never seemed aligned with what he wanted to do in life. He is a practicing Hindu and is often seen in spiritual content on his YouTube Channel. Recently on March 8, 2024 he was awarded with Disruptor of the Year Award by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the National Creators Award which was held at the Bharat Mandapam in Delhi. He was seen having a fun banter with him while receiving the award.
Dr. Dimple Ranawat, Entrepreneur & Spritual Healer
Dr. Dimple Ranawat, a spiritual healer, CEO and Founder of Divine Iris – Soulful Healing Studio, a TEDx speaker, and award-winning spiritual visionary, leads with compassion and innovation, captivating the world with her brainchild Atomic Weight Release program. This revolutionary innovation is not just another wellness trend; it’s a marvel that transforms people’s DNA, ushering them into states of unparalleled happiness, health and wealth.
Dr. Ranawat’s holistic approach blends her innate gifts from past lifetimes, the wisdom gained from her own life experiences, the grace received from her mentors Neem Karoli Baba and Lord Hanuman, and her unwavering passion and purpose to lead suffering souls toward healing, empowerment, and self-evolution. Her mission is to help others live a fulfilled life with ease, effortlessly alleviating life's burdens.
Her work’s success is evident in the countless thousands who have experienced life-altering changes. Testimonials abound with stories of people shedding not just pounds, but years of depression, grief, and sadness. Remarkably, many clients report increased height in their 50s and restored hearing after decades of loss. Miraculous recoveries from conditions like spina bifida, cancer, psoriasis, and eczema further attest to her program’s efficacy. Dr. Ranawat’s methods, described by many as simple yet profound, tackle problems with an extraordinary blend of precision and kindness, making her a beloved figure in her community. It’s remarkable how she simplifies life’s most complex and challenging situations with ease and clarity.
Dr. Ranawat’s contributions and lasting impact in human lives have earned her numerous accolades, solidifying her status as a visionary leader not just in health and wellness but in redefining life itself. Her work continues to inspire, proving that with the right blend of intention, attitude, and conviction, transformative change is not just possible but within reach for everyone. Dr. Dimple Ranawat is indeed a remarkable figure, embodying the spirit of true transformation and limitless human potential.
Nasirra R Ahamed, Entrepreneur & Author
Nasirra R Ahamed is the founder of “The Energy Architect™️”. She is 2 times #1 International Best Selling author; host of “The Energy Architect™️” Podcast; Mentor, Speaker and a Coach. Embarking on a mission to unlock human potential, Nasirra R Ahamed believes in the innate capacity of each individual to Design, Create and Change their world. This Purposepreneur is Certified Coach with a remarkable 21-year journey in Leadership roles & an alumni of IIM- Nagpur where she also serves as a student mentor for IIM-N’s students.
Nasirra is a Mind Reset & Rewiring Engineer, Spiritual Scientist, Mentor & Speaker. Driven by empathy and committed to excellence, she guides Future Leaders, Organizations, and Individuals toward their True & Authentic Potential. She helps in empowering individuals worldwide to become “Architects” of their own Energy & Lives, liberating themselves from fears, limiting beliefs, childhood traumas and mindsets. Her methodology stands out for its holistic integration of Coaching, Mindset work, Somatic work & NLP aimed at reaching the limitless version of one’s self. Nasirra R Ahamed excels in aiding those feeling lost, stuck, or uncertain, helping them reconnect with authenticity for lasting freedom and fulfilment. A beacon of transformative leadership, Nasirra illuminates a path to "game-changing" outcomes. By dismantling limiting beliefs, Nasirra empowers individuals & leaders with profound self-awareness, fostering positive transformations in both professional and personal realms. The belief that each individual has the power to Design & Architect their destiny with Intention defines Nasirra's impactful approach. Nasirra R Ahamed is “The Energy Architect™️”.
Mukul Bansal, MD of Motiaz Group
Mukul Bansal is the Managing Director of Motiaz Group, a distinguished entity in commercial and residential real estate development in Punjab. As a dynamic entrepreneur, Mukul combines his civil engineering expertise with a marketing certification from the London School of Economics. His visionary leadership has been instrumental in Motiaz Group's significant growth, highlighted by the successful completion of high-profile projects such as Pacific Centre and Motiaz Blue Ridge. Motiaz Group is renowned for its leadership in real estate, maintaining a stellar reputation and unwavering dedication to delivering superior projects that surpass client expectations. Mukul's deep-rooted passion for architecture drives him to create aesthetically pleasing and functional buildings. His commitment to excellence has been a cornerstone of Motiaz's longstanding legacy in the real estate sector. Motivated by the vibrancy of the industry, Mukul takes great excitement in contributing to its evolution. Mukul envisions transforming Motiaz into a nationally acclaimed real estate giant, emphasizing customer-centric and lifestyle-oriented developments. Under his strategic guidance, Motiaz aims to redefine the real estate landscape in India, ensuring quality and innovation remain at the forefront of their endeavors.
Amaal Malik, Music Director & Composer
Amaal Mallik is an Indian music director, composer, singer, music producer, arranger, background scorer, performer and lyricist. He is the elder son of Daboo Malik and Jyothi Malik, and grandson of Sardar Malik. He debuted as a composer in 2014 by composing three songs for Salman Khan's Jai Ho, following it up with the song "Naina" from Khoobsurat. He got widely recognition by composing songs for M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story. He is signed on by Sony Music India.
Richa Kar, Co-founder of Zivame
Richa Kar stands out in the world of Indian e-commerce. She's the co-founder of Zivame, an online lingerie store that has completely changed the way Indian women shop for their undergarments. Zivame, India's largest online lingerie brand today unveiled its new brand identity with a tagline 'Love Yourself Inside Out'. This new identity aligns with the company's vision of creating an exciting, modern and inclusive environment for women to discover and shop for their intimate wear needs.
Vikash Raj Saxena, Entrepreneur & Musical Artist
Vikash Raj Saxena is an Indian Entrepreneur and a Musical Artist. Vikash is also an successful business personality, critic, writer, director, producer, lyricist, screenwriter, scriptwriter. Vikash Raj Saxena is the founder of his film production company Kaali Entertainment. He's co-founder of India's fastest growing branding agency Literia Insight. He's co-founder of news/media company Today Magazine. founder of Litreria Insight branding agency. He is known for his songs ‘Tu Hai Mera’ and ‘Tu Hai Mai Hu’. Songs are melodious and widely adored by youth on various social platforms. His life is a living inspiration for today’s youth. The ultimate goal of Vikash Raj Saxena is to be an example for the young generation by making social awakening films and he is heading toward it. When talking about his endless energy and success mantra, he only said one thing, ‘success is not a one-night journey, you have to keep going without worrying about the destination, and hard work is the only key to success. Every second of life is precious.