Theme: Shatter The Filter

We often find ourselves in a filter bubble any time we're only surrounded by views and opinions the society agrees with, while being sheltered from opposing and out of the norm perspectives.

Voicing out our beliefs without holding back is one of the necessary antidotes to shatter the repression to find our freedom and our individuality.

We, at TEDxVBIT, are geared up to comeback with a new season to bring you simplified and authentic stories shared with charismatic eloquence from bright minds who do remarkable things and have ideas which are worth spreading.

Vignana Bharathi Institute Of Technology
Aushapur, Ghatkesar, RR. District, Near HPCL, Hyderabad, Telangana 501301
Aushapur, Ghatkesar, RR. District, Near HPCL, Hyderabad, Telangana 501301
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, 501301
India

Abhignya Vuthaluru

Actress

Introducting Actor, and Creator of the first ever South Indian Fashion and lifestyle channel - Kiraak style, and also the face of a very renowned leading media houses ChaiBisket, GirlFormula - Abhignya Vuthaluru. Having completed masters in biotechnology she chose a field that’s challenging and hopes to break the glass ceiling. Having various skills/ interests in dancing, fitness, writing she aspires to represent South Indian women and womanhood as such on greater platforms in the coming years. “She took childhood dream seriously”, is how she describes herself in one line.

Jai Alani

Paranormal Investigator

Remember Ghostbusters? The movie which introduced us to paranormal investigations? How about getting the full scoop on all the spine-tingling details from Mr. Jay Alani? Jay is a highly acclaimed full-time paranormal investigator and a media professional with over a decade of knowledge and experience. Jay has investigated more than 300 haunted locations and has likewise looked into 1000 cases of such claimed spooky activities. He is a sought-after podcaster, an author, a film maker and an entrepreneur who founded India's first paranormal startup, The Paranormal Company. Jay also runs India's first and only paranormal helpline that helps people cut down blind faith and superstitions. He is known to bring out paranormal reality to the world.

Keerthan Chand

Software Engineer

“Great dreams of great dreamers are always transcended” by Dr. A. P. J. Kalam, a saying that defines our speaker for this season, Mr. Keerthan Chand. From being a teenager who believed in dreaming big for the world he lives in, Keerthan Chand is currently pursuing 3rd year of his engineering and is a lead software engineer at Space Kidz, India. Space Kidz, India, a team that invented the world’s smallest satellite “Kalamsat” This was just the beginning in his path and passion for innovative solutions that made India proud. He played a key role in the programming of “SDSAT”, an orbital satellite launched from Sriharikota, ISRO on PSLV C-51.

Manju Kalanidhi

Journalist

Manju Latha Kalanidhi is a full-time journalist and founder of the viral social initiative called the Rice Bucket Challenge. She is also known to have mobilized funds worth Rs. 21 lakh for COVID 19 victims during the lockdowns through Rice Bucket Challenge alone. For her work, she has received the UN REX Karamveer Chakra award; named among 17 Exemplary Changemakers by Twitter India and Sayfty Trust; bagged the prestigious 149th Commonwealth Point of Light honor by Queen Elizabeth II; and was invited by the Department of State to the US as part of the multi-city International Visitor Leadership Program 2019. The Rice Bucket Challenge is today a case study in the National Geographic Learning Centre in Illinois.

Rumana Sinha Sehgal

Entrepreneur

Dr. Rumana Sinha Sehgal, an engineer turned entrepreneur is an inspiration to many for her work as a corporate professional, a mother of two, and a humanitarian. Being the founder of Serendipity, she was recently honored with the “Karmaveer Chakra” by the UN & iCongo. She was also awarded the prestigious Nelson Mandela World Humanitarian Award by Diplomatic Mission Global Peace. Rumana has carved a niche for herself by exploring her own path, contributing relentlessly to serve humanity, and creating a racing global social impact.

Sagar Verma

Musician

Sagar Verma is a singer-songwriter and an Instagram Content Creator who is dearly known by his audiences as a "One Man Boy Band". Our Speaker has a slew of celebrities who regularly share his IG Reels where he is found draped in a saree, & hula hooping while playing multiple instruments, all at the same time- as he gracefully calls out toxic masculinity, and gender based privileges. He is deeply passionate about promoting body positivity and challenges the notions around gender conformity. Through his original songs, Sagar helps people cultivate radical compassion and love for themselves.

Sandeep Molugu

Makeup Artist

Being a male makeup artist was a path that Sandeep Molugu chose to make a difference in the opinion we have towards makeup artists. Born and brought up in Hyderabad, he believed in his passion for makeup and zeal to reach heights in the same. With an experience of over 10 years, Sandeep Molugu has marked his name for unique work and craft. He is one of the favorite stylists and top makeup artists for many south Indian actresses. Sandeep’s stellar work for celebrities proves his growth and a spark of passion that turned him into a person whom many admire!

Uday Chauhan

Film Maker

As cliché as it sounds, Mr. Uday Chouhan, our speaker, has a different take on his journey of shattering the filters in his life. Uday was always keen towards Arts from a young age. He had wanted to choose the road not taken. He started his career as a Photographer and his passion for story telling made him pursue Audio-Visual Masters specialized in Direction and Screenplay Writing. He is a freelance feature film writer, Director and Ad film maker. His feature film ‘Season of Innocence’ has been showcased in some of the renowned International film festivals in the world. His debut film raked in raked in great reviews and deemed him as a professional who makes film on cause and strives to break taboos. Films are still a realm of wonder and magic to him.

Yuvraj Jadeja

Gynaecologist

Your reproductive wellness is a priority. Everyone should know the importance of lifestyle choices to promote a healthy manner of living and we are proud to bring you our next speaker, Dr. Yuvrajsingh Jadeja, Male and Female Wellness Specialist, an Infertility Specialist and an Endoscopy Surgeon settled in Vadodra, Gujarat. Dr. Yuvaraj will brief you on a comprehensive, holistic Wellness approach and offer guidance to help you reach your optimal health.

Zoya Lobo

Photo Journalist

Zoya Thomas Lobo, India’s First Transgender Photojournalist, paved a path of light for all the people out there who stop their stride to reach the summit of success. Zoya proved that gender isn’t a barrier but an illusion that can be broken. She was awarded by the Bombay News Photographers for her work during the pandemic and was also honored by 24 taas News for being the first trans-photojournalist.