{"id":37437,"date":"2025-05-01T15:12:20","date_gmt":"2025-05-01T09:42:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailynewsindia.co.in\/index.php\/2025\/05\/01\/the-creators-of-change-8-entrepreneurs-and-brands-youll-hear-a-lot-more-about-this-year\/"},"modified":"2025-05-01T15:12:20","modified_gmt":"2025-05-01T09:42:20","slug":"the-creators-of-change-8-entrepreneurs-and-brands-youll-hear-a-lot-more-about-this-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailynewsindia.co.in\/index.php\/2025\/05\/01\/the-creators-of-change-8-entrepreneurs-and-brands-youll-hear-a-lot-more-about-this-year\/","title":{"rendered":"The Creators of Change: 8 Entrepreneurs and Brands You\u2019ll Hear a Lot More About This Year"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><strong>Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 1: <\/strong>From pioneering wellness concepts and redefining digital advertising to transforming the way India experiences jewelry and content \u2014 these 8 visionaries and their brands are shaking up industries and building the future. Meet the changemakers rewriting the rules across health, fintech, design, and beyond<\/p>\n<p><strong>1. Reaviva \u2013 Where Science Meets Soulcare<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At the helm of Mumbai\u2019s most talked-about wellness revolution is\u00a0<strong>Shalini Shhivdasani<\/strong>, Founder &amp; CEO of\u00a0<strong>Reaviva Holistic Health<\/strong>. Reaviva isn\u2019t your average clinic \u2014 it\u2019s a high-tech, high-touch sanctuary where cutting-edge clinical aesthetics meet functional medicine, personalized fitness, and mind-body therapies. With offerings like AI-powered Quantlift, Wonder Prestige Body Contouring, and Hollywood Glow Facials, Reaviva represents the future of preventive and aesthetic wellness in India. It\u2019s not just about glowing skin \u2014 it\u2019s a lifestyle of holistic transformation and longevity.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Smartags \u2013 Making Cities Smarter, One Screen at a Time<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At the crossroads of tech and storytelling is\u00a0<strong>Bhavishya Pugalia<\/strong>, Chief Strategy Officer of\u00a0<strong>Smartags<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 a rapidly scaling DOOH (Digital Out-Of-Home) platform transforming how brands connect with real-world audiences. With 6,000+ digital screens across high-footfall areas like malls, transit hubs, and retail chains, Smartags is enabling brands to engage consumers right at the point of experience. Their game plan? Real-time data-driven insights, scale across Tier II and urban India, and a mission to redefine the future of intelligent advertising.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. PaySprint \u2013 Powering India\u2019s Digital Banking Infrastructure<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A force in the fintech revolution,\u00a0<strong>S. Anand<\/strong>, Founder &amp; CEO of\u00a0<strong>PaySprint<\/strong>, has created one of the most comprehensive banking API stacks in the country. From SprintOPN\u2019s financial APIs to SprintVerify\u2019s no-code verification tools and SprintNXT\u2019s next-gen business banking suite, PaySprint is bridging the digital divide. Backed by multiple fintech awards and recognized for championing financial inclusion, Anand\u2019s tech-driven vision is accelerating India\u2019s digital infrastructure with scalable, secure, and user-friendly solutions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Nishani \u2013 Customizing Jewelry, Personalizing Identity<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Suhani<\/strong>, Co-founder of\u00a0<strong>Nishani Studio<\/strong>, is reimagining Indian jewellery for the modern woman. Inspired by her experiences in New York\u2019s fashion scene and co-created with her mother Debi, Nishani\u2019s modular designs let wearers mix, match, and build jewelry that adapts to their mood and moments. Think of it as the Missoma-meets-Kendra Scott of India \u2014 but uniquely customizable. At its heart, Nishani is more than adornment \u2014 it\u2019s a celebration of individuality in every shimmering link.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. EkoStay \u2013 Curating India\u2019s Most Loved Vacation Villas<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>With over 150+ handpicked villas across 12 cities,\u00a0<strong>EkoStay<\/strong>\u00a0has become a household name for those seeking luxury staycations without compromising comfort or personalization. Founded in 2018 by hospitality enthusiasts\u00a0<strong>Husain Khatumdi<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>Sohail Mirchandani<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>Varun Arora<\/strong>, and\u00a0<strong>Zishan Khan<\/strong>, the brand is revolutionizing the homestay space in India. Whether it\u2019s a hillside retreat or a beachfront escape, EkoStay brings the best of boutique hospitality to every traveler\u2019s doorstep \u2014 redefining the vacation rental experience with style and heart.<\/p>\n<p><strong>6. Aupulent \u2013 Crafting Conscious Luxury with Lab-Grown Diamonds<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Chandigarh-based entrepreneur\u00a0<strong>Surya Jain<\/strong>, a 5th-generation jeweller and Harvard graduate, is on a mission to make sustainable luxury the new norm. His brainchild,\u00a0<strong>Aupulent Jewellery<\/strong>, is rewriting the rules of fine jewelry with 100% IGI-certified lab-grown diamonds \u2014 cruelty-free, transparent in pricing, and deeply elegant. Blending heritage craftsmanship with a future-facing ethos, Aupulent is winning hearts among the mindful luxe set, proving that ethical can be aspirational too.<\/p>\n<p><strong>7. AAO NXT \u2013 Odisha\u2019s Trailblazing OTT Platform<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>With a deep-rooted passion for regional storytelling,\u00a0<strong>Kaushik Das<\/strong>, Founder &amp; CEO of\u00a0<strong>AAO NXT<\/strong>, is disrupting the Indian OTT landscape. As Eastern India\u2019s first independent digital entertainment platform, AAO NXT offers a curated mix of films, shows, and documentaries that spotlight the cultural heartbeat of Odisha and beyond. With a growing subscriber base, strategic partnerships, and a vision to go global, Das is proving that hyperlocal content can have hyperglobal appeal.<\/p>\n<p><strong>8. Typiql \u2013 Design-First Brand Consulting<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Founded by multi-disciplinary designer\u00a0<strong>Tanya Jain, Typiql<\/strong>\u00a0is a creative consulting studio that helps founders make the right brand decisions before anything is ever designed. From naming and positioning to tone mapping and visual direction, Typiql offers clarity and strategic guidance at the earliest, most crucial stage. They don\u2019t sell design suites \u2014 they shape what\u2019s worth designing in the first place. Through one-on-one consults and pre-design blueprints, Typiql brings sharp creative direction, minus the fluff. It\u2019s not a design agency. It\u2019s where founders go for clarity, taste, and confidence \u2014 led by instinct, not just aesthetics.<\/p>\n<p><em>If you have any objection to this press release content, kindly contact pr.error.rectification@gmail.com to notify us. We will respond and rectify the situation in the next 24 hours.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 1: From pioneering wellness concepts and redefining digital advertising to transforming the way India experiences jewelry and content \u2014 these 8 visionaries and their brands are shaking up industries and building the future. Meet the changemakers rewriting the rules across health, fintech, design, and beyond 1. 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