Angels of Mumbai

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Living proof that
angels exist

They save lives, spread hope and inspire change. With small acts that make a big difference every day. Since 2019, The Free Press Journal has shone a light on these unsung heroes who lift the spirit of maximum city, with The Angels of Mumbai initiative. Let’s make their invisible acts visible.

Endorser

Amole Gupte

Screenwriter, actor, singer and director, best known for his work on acclaimed films such as Taare Zameen Par and Stanley Ka Dabba

Gurpal Singh

Veteran actor and FTII-trained filmmaker, his candid camera show Chhupa Rustam made him a household name. He has since acted in numerous television shows, films and also worked on documentaries and short films.

Kuldip Kaura

Former CEO of Vedanta with over 50 years of leadership experience in engineering, mining and cement industries. Having studied at top international institutions, he brings insights into CSR and community relations, particularly in the mining sector.

Sandip Soparrkar

Dancer, choreographer, actor and television personality, he has also served as a judge on dance reality shows. An RJ and TEDx speaker, he holds a doctorate in World Mythology and Folklore from Pacifica Graduate Institute, USA, and an Honorary Doctorate in Performing Arts from the National American University.

Jagdish Acharya

Currently CEO of Paints & Coatings Skill Council, he spent 37 years at Asian Paints, eventually becoming CEO of PPG Asian Paints. He also served as Regional VP for Asian Paints International, managing operations across multiple countries in Asia-Pacific.

Madhav Chavan

Co-founder of Pratham Education Foundation, he pioneered large-scale innovations to address literacy challenges among underserved children. Chavan was named the 2014 Asia Game Changer by the Asia Society and is the 2012 recipient of the WISE Prize by Qatar Foundation.

Raëll Padamsee

With over 30 years in theatre and entertainment and 100+ productions to her credit, Raëll is a multi-faceted artist, director, producer, educator, entrepreneur and philanthropist. She is the daughter of Alyque and Pearl Padamsee.

Anu Prasad

Founder and CEO of India Leaders for Social Sector (ILSS), a leading institution for leadership and management in India’s social impact space. Her mission is to strengthen the sector by creating knowledge and catalysing leadership.