Bhopal to Host Career Awareness Sessions with India’s Media & Entertainment Legends
Bhopal hosts India’s first creative incubator event, uniting top media icons to inspire students toward careers in media and entertainment.
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Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], September 18: Bhopal is set to become the epicenter of India’s creative imagination as the Indian Institute of Creative Skills (IICS), the country’s first industry-led creative incubator and a flagship initiative of the Media & Entertainment Skills Council (MESC) in association with Jagran Center of Creative Skills (JCCS) under Jagran lakecity University (JLU), Bhopal , brings together some of India’s most celebrated media and entertainment icons for the Career Awareness Sessions in Media & Entertainment. The two-day event, held in collaboration with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), will take place on 18th and 19th September 2025 from 9:00 AM onwards at A Block Auditorium, Jagran Lakecity University, Chandanpura, Bhopal.
The sessions will feature Padma Shri Resul Pookutty, Oscar-winning and BAFTA-winning sound designer; Neeta Lulla, four-time National Award-winning legendary costume designer; Sushma Gaikwad, event and experiential management expert with Wizcraft; and Vinod Kumar, Sr. Manager Learning & development at PhantomFx. These industry stalwarts bring decades of experience in shaping India’s creative and cinematic landscape.
Over the course of two days, students and participants will get an insider’s view of how imagination transforms into industry-defining creativity. From exploring the nuances of costume design that breathe life into characters, to the art and technology behind animation, sound design and immersive experiences, the sessions promise an unparalleled glimpse into the workings of India’s booming media and entertainment sectors.