Beauty Beyond Looks- Femina And Mamaearth Honor Kindness At Beautiful Indians 2024
Femina and Mamaearth's Beautiful Indians 2024 event shines spotlight on inspiring deeds and kindness, honoring individuals and creators making a positive impact.
Forget the runway, the dazzling third edition of Femina And Mamaearth Present Beautiful Indians 2024 celebrated a different kind of beauty- the beauty of good deeds. This star-studded affair, hosted by the Aparshakti Khurana, aimed to honor individuals from diverse backgrounds whose remarkable deeds have made a significant impact, reaffirming the belief that true beauty lies in acts of kindness. This event was graced by celebrities like Karisma Kapoor, Madhuri Dixit and Shraddha Kapoor honored inspirational stories from everyday people, creators, and even celebrities who are making a positive impact through their kindness.
From child environmentalist Prasiddhi Singh to educator Deep Narayan Nayak, the "People for Good" category recognized heartwarming acts of generosity and social responsibility. Creators using their platforms for good were also celebrated in the "Creators for Good" category, with Ted the Stoner, Aishwarya Sharma and many more.
A distinguished jury panel, comprising notable personalities such as Nigar Shaji Programme Director, Low Earth & Planetary Platforms, ISRO, National Award-winning actor Amruta Subhash, Ghazal & Varun Alagh the founders of Mamaearth, Bina Lashkari¨C Co-Founder and Director of Door Step School; and Ambika Muttoo, Editor-In-Chief of Femina, meticulously sifted through numerous entries to select the Beautiful Indians for their inspirational stories.
At the Special Awards ceremony, Tiger Shroff was crowned the Youth Icon for his mesmerizing action sequences, while Siddhant Chaturvedi earned the Rising Star award for his versatile performances. Ananya Panday shone bright as the Standout Performer Of The Year (Female), while Kartik Aaryan clinched the male counterpart for his compelling portrayal in his latest film. Bobby Deol stole hearts with his captivating dance moves, securing the title of Most Loved Star, alongside Madhuri Dixit who dazzled as the Sensational Superstar. Tamannaah Bhatia was honored as the Star in the Spotlight, and social media sensation Orry charmed audiences to win the Entertainer of the Year award. Karisma Kapoor was celebrated as The Trailblazer, while Manish Malhotra received accolades as the Fashion Visionary. Sini Shetty, Femina Miss India World 2022, was commended for her Beauty With A Purpose, while Shraddha Kapoor and Sobhita Dhulipala were recognized as Fan Favorite and Fashion It girl, respectively.
The People for Good category honoured goodness ambassadors including:
- Prasiddhi Singh - Child Environmentalist & Social Entrepreneur, Chennai
- Deep Narayan Nayak - Educator Transforming Lives Across Generations, West Bengal
- Kiran Kamdar - Parkinson's Warrior Ensuring Hospital Patients Get Essential Nutrition, Mumbai
- Dwishojoyee Banerjee - Young Environmental Activist Saving The Planet, One Paper Bag At A Time, Patna
- Sahil Kaushar - CEO Of The Noble Citizen Foundation, Bihar
- Dilshad Mehershahi, Geetanjali Gaur, Beverly Louis & Gautam Lalwani of Mann - Co-Founders Of Mann, Mumbai
- Dr. Meghana Pemmaiah - Wildlife Veterinarian On A Rescue Mission, Mangaluru
The Creators for Good recognised content creators who have leveraged their reach to bring about change for the better. The winners included:
- Ted The Stoner - Fervent Advocate For Positive Social Change
- Aishwarya Sharma - Fashion & Climate Change Activist
- Anupriya Kapur - Entrepreneur & Inspiring Role Model
- Tarun Mishra - Founder Of Help Drive Foundation
- Gayatri Bhardwaj - Dedicated Animal Welfare Warrior
- Revant Himatsingka (FoodPharmer) - Influencer Creating Positive Change
- Barkha Singh - Actor and Influencer Raising Her Voice For Animal Welfare
In essence, Femina and Mamaearth present Beautiful Indians 2024 not only celebrated individual achievements but also reminded us all of the transformative power of kindness and compassion in shaping a better world.