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POPS & PANDEY

The Pops & Pandey Scholarship is a beacon of opportunity for aspiring students at Miles School of Business Administration (SoBA). It aims to bridge the gap for talented individuals from underprivileged backgrounds, offering them the resources and support needed to excel in the dynamic fields of branding and advertising. This scholarship program is not just about financial aid; it's about nurturing potential and fostering diversity in the industry. Recipients will benefit from mentorship, networking opportunities, and practical experiences tailored to their career aspirations.

ELIGIBILITY

Young Turks, aged 15-23 from accredited institutions, can participate in teams of 2-4 members.

Creative
Canvas

Original work specifically tailored
for this competition.

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Campaign
Blueprint

A written detailing your campaign's
concept, target audience, and
strategic approach.

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Creative
Assets

Visual and Audio materials that
effectively represent the essence
of your campaign.

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Institutional
Authorization

All entries require an authorization
letter from the institution's head.

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POPS & PANDEY SCHOLARSHIP

The Pops & Pandey Scholarship is a beacon of opportunity for aspiring students at Miles School of Business Administration (SoBA). It aims to bridge the gap for talented individuals from underprivileged backgrounds, offering them the resources and support needed to excel in the dynamic fields of branding and advertising. This scholarship program is not just about financial aid; it's about nurturing potential and fostering diversity in the industry. Recipients will benefit from mentorship, networking opportunities, and practical experiences tailored to their career aspirations.

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OPENING DOORS TO ADVERTISING SUCCESS!

OUR JURY

Pavel Panayotov

Marketing Strategist

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Pavel Panayotov 1

Marketing Strategist

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Pavel Panayotov 2

Marketing Strategist

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Pavel Panayotov 3

Marketing Strategist

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Pavel Panayotov 4

Marketing Strategist

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Pavel Panayotov 5

Marketing Strategist

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Pavel Panayotov 6

Marketing Strategist

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Vinit Oza

Co-curator, Guthli Ad Fest and Founder of Qwicket

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Sneha Iype

Executive producer / partner Nirvana films

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Pranav Patadia

Co-founder & Chief Content Officer, OCDS Advertising

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Ajay Ghalaut

Independent Creative & Former Chief Creative Officer - Dentsu Creative Services

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Shirsha Guha Thakurta

Director - Oink Films

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Neville Shah

Chief Creative Officer, FCB Kinnect

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Aritra Chaudhuri

Branding and Communications Consultant, Quantum Leap Studio

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Partho Sen Gupta

National Creative Head - The Times of India

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Devaiah Bopanna

Co-founder - Moonshot

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Steve Mathias

Chief Commercial Officer and Founder - Steve Priya

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Goral Ajmera

Founder and Creative Director - Brave

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Ujaya Shakya

Vice-President of Advertising Association of Nepal | Founder and Managing Director - Outreach Nepal

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Shantesh Row

CCO - Slant Agency

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Tista Sen

Creative Brand Consultant

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Nikhil Mehrotra

Screenwriter

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Dr. Prateesh R. Nair

Founder & CEO - Miles SoBA | Agency M

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Fritz Gonsalves

Executive Creative Director - Ogilvy

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Jessica Sadana

Director and Cinematographer

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Swadha Kulkarni

Co-founder/Executive Director - Breathless Films

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

O.R. Radhakrishnan

Creative Consultant/Storyteller/Screenplay & Dialogue writer

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Stutee Ghosh

Indian film Critic/Writer/Radio Personality

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Kashif Memon

Founder/Director/Producer, Mothership Production

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Jeet Singh

Creative Partner - Lowe Lintas

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Vilsen Gonsalves

Group Creative Director - Ogilvy

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Achint Thakkar

Music Composer

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Azazul Haque

Group Chief Creative Officer- Creativeland Asia

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Subhajit Mukherjee

Singer/Music Composer/Producer

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Tanya Nambiar

Singer/Composer/Songwriter/Co-founder - El Diablo Sauce

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Avishek Ghosh

Producer/Director

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Priya Pardiwalla

Chief Commercial Officer/Founder - Steve Priya

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Ashwini Deshpande

Co-founder - Elephant Design

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Manish Darji

Head of Art - DDB Mudra

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Brijesh Parmar

Executive Creative Director

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Rupak Shah

AI Content Creator | Co-founder - AiVANTA

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Shakoon Khosla

Creative Consultant

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Subhabrata Debnath

Co-founder & CTO - NeuralGarage

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Dipankar Mukherjee

Chief Innovation Officer - Nihilent | HyperCollective

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Nitish Sarkar

Head Post Production/ Creative Producer / AI Art Explorer

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

Subramanian Krishnan

Consultant at the Disruption Consulting, practice at TBWA India

"Strategic marketing expert specializing in creative campaigns and data-driven solutions for
the advertising industry."

FAQs

01

Who can enter?
Students, Students & Students (Age-15-23).

02

Is there a limit to how many entries one can enter ?
No. You can enter as many entries as you like.

03

Can I submit work that has already been entered to the Kyoorius Creative Awards earlier ?
Yes

04

Can I enter self-promotional work ?
Yes, you can enter self-promotional for your own institution.

05

Will there be workshops or networking events during the festival ?
Absolutely! Our festival will feature workshops and networking sessions led by seasoned advertising professionals, providing attendees with valuable opportunities to learn, connect, and advance in their fields.

06

Where does the festival take place ?
The festival will be held in Mumbai (location to be finalized by April 25th).

07

What is the entry fee ?
No entry fee

08

Where / how do I get my pass/ticket ?
You can click here to get the pass here - Register

09

Do you have a preference for local films or films with local connections ?
We don't have any preferences; all entries will be treated equally.

10

Can parents come to the festival ?
Yes, participants can bring their families along to share the festival experience.

11

How many days does the festival last ?
The festival extends over a period of two days, specifically on the 19th and 20th of October.

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