Bollywood Stars Taapsee Pannu & Chitrangda Singh Headline Dr. Annurag Batra's BW Future of Design Summit 2025

The worlds of design, business, and entertainment converged brilliantly last night at the BW Future of Design Summit & Awards 2025. Under the visionary leadership of Dr. Annurag Batra, the prestigious event by BW Businessworld brought together a powerhouse lineup of industry leaders, creative pioneers, and some of the biggest names from Bollywood to explore how design can shape a better, more sustainable future.

Now in its 6th edition, the summit, themed "Design for a Better Tomorrow," underscored the pivotal role of design thinking in all facets of life – from addressing the climate crisis through sustainable solutions to driving business growth and innovation. Conversations this year spanned topics from design trends in 2023 to the ethical implications of AI and the craft of design in cinema. Experts emphasized how responsible design lies at the core of their work, a direction crucial for the future. Indeed, industry reports highlight India's burgeoning product design and development services market, projected to reach USD 2,713.9 million by 2030, with the interior design market also set to hit US$81.2 billion by 2030, underscoring design's central role in small and large businesses alike.

Bollywood's Creative Minds Take Center Stage

A significant highlight of this year's summit was the dynamic involvement of influential figures from the Indian entertainment industry. These stars transcended celebrity guest status, participating actively as speakers and jury members, offering their unique perspectives on storytelling, aesthetics, and brand building.

The impressive speaker lineup featured a diverse array of thought leaders from design, business, and entertainment. Among them were acclaimed actors Taapsee Pannu and Chitrangda Singh, who shared insights on design's influence in cinema and the filmmaking process. They were joined by other prominent Bollywood personalities including producer-director Vipul Shah, known for visually compelling narratives, and the versatile actor Amit Sadh, celebrated for his intense performances. Entrepreneur and social media icon Navya Naveli Nanda also represented the new generation of creative thinkers.

• Taapsee Pannu: Known for her powerful performances, the acclaimed actor was a keynote speaker, sharing insights on how design influences cinema.
  

  

• Chitrangda Singh: An actor and producer, Chitrangda highlighted the crucial role design plays in the entire filmmaking process.
  

  

Vipul Shah: The successful producer and director behind hits like Aankhen and the Commando series offered a filmmaker's perspective on creating visually compelling worlds. Amit Sadh: Adding more star power was the versatile Amit Sadh, celebrated for his intense performances in films and web series.

Entrepreneur and social media icon Navya Naveli Nanda also featured on the impressive speaker list, representing the new generation of creative thinkers.

The Visionaries Who Made It Happen

At the helm of this grand confluence of ideas was Dr. Annurag Batra, Chairman & Editor-in-Chief of BW Businessworld, whose vision is to foster crucial cross-industry collaboration. The grand execution of the summit was masterfully curated by Jyotsna Sharma, Sr. Associate Editor at BW Businessworld. Her meticulous planning and curation were instrumental in bringing this complex and star-studded event to life, ensuring a seamless experience for speakers, jury members, and attendees alike. Ruhail Amin, Senior Editor at BW Businessworld, also moderated some engaging sessions throughout the day.

A Convergence of Creative Excellence

The BW Future of Design Summit & Awards 2025 was more than just an event; it was a movement. The awards recognised the best prototypes and finished designs that touch human lives and prepare us for the future.

The prestigious jury was chaired by Pradyumna Vyas (President-Elect, World Design Organization) and featured titans like design thinker V Sunil.

The successful event took place on August 18, 2025, at Taj Santacruz, Mumbai.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What was the BW Future of Design Summit & Awards? It was the 6th edition of an annual event by BW Businessworld that brought together leaders from design, business, and entertainment to discuss sustainable innovation and the future of design.

2. Which Bollywood celebrities attended the event ? The extensive speaker list included leading actors Taapsee Pannu, Chitrangda Singh, Amit Sadh, producer-director Vipul Shah, and entrepreneur Navya Naveli Nanda, alongside numerous design and business leaders from across various industries.

3. Who organized and curated the BW Future of Design Summit? The event was a flagship property of BW Businessworld, envisioned by Chairman Dr. Annurag Batra. The grand execution and curation of the summit were spearheaded by Sr. Associate Editor Jyotsna Sharma. Senior Editor Ruhail Amin also contributed by moderating several sessions.

4. When and where did the event happen? The BW Future of Design Summit & Awards 2025 was held on August 18, 2025, at the Taj Santacruz in Mumbai.