Oriflame Presents Whosnext2026 Influencer Awards – East & Northeast Edition Celebrates Regional Voices In Kolkata...

Kolkata, India | May 2026: The cultural capital of India witnessed an unforgettable evening of creativity, influence, and regional storytelling as Whosthat360, in association with Oriflame India, hosted the Oriflame Presents WhosNext2026 Influencer Awards – East & Northeast Edition in Kolkata. The prestigious evening brought together some of the most impactful digital creators, artists, entrepreneurs, fashion icons, and entertainers from across East and Northeast India, celebrating talent that is redefining India’s creator economy through authenticity, culture, and community-driven storytelling.

Edyta Kurek, SVP and Head of India and Indonesia, Oriflame said  “The Northeast Yatra has been one of the most meaningful journeys we have undertaken in India. Travelling across 13 cities, meeting thousands of young women and creators, and seeing the hunger for opportunity firsthand, it reaffirmed something we have always believed: that entrepreneurship does not have to be complicated or risky to be real. The WhosNext awards in Kolkata are a celebration of exactly that spirit. We are not just recognising talent; we are recognising the courage it takes to back yourself and build something of your own. What has moved me most through this journey is that the ambition was always there. It simply needed a platform and a push. That is what Oriflame has always stood for, and this Yatra has brought it to life in the most tangible way possible.”

Abhishek Chakraborty, Head of Brand, PR & Digital  “From a marketing standpoint, the Northeast Yatra has been a masterclass in what meaningful brand engagement looks like. We were not selling a product; we were starting a conversation about financial independence and creative entrepreneurship in communities that rarely get that kind of direct attention. The WhosNext awards in Kolkata are proof that the conversation landed. When the creators this Yatra discovered walk up to receive recognition, that is the best return on investment a brand can ask for. More importantly, it validates a philosophy we hold strongly at Oriflame: that the most powerful thing a brand can do is create real opportunity for real people, and then get out of the way and let them shine.”

The awards recognised creators and changemakers across multiple categories spanning fashion, beauty, lifestyle, entrepreneurship, entertainment, regional content, and emerging digital voices. The platform highlighted the growing influence of regional creators who are shaping conversations in their own languages while building strong national impact.

The evening featured a vibrant red carpet, creator interactions, live moments, and special honours celebrating excellence across industries. Winners and attendees represented cities and communities from across the region, showcasing the diversity and creative energy of India’s evolving influencer ecosystem. With the success of the Kolkata edition, Whosthat360 continues its mission of building a powerful platform for India’s next generation of digital storytellers and regional voices.

Winners of the WhosNext2026 Influencer Awards – East & Northeast Edition

• Influencer of the Year – Gracy Thapa,
• Dance Influencer of the Year – Srijoni Chatterjee,
• Entertainer of the Year – RJ Priyanka,
• Face of NE Influence Award – Alobo Naga,
• Fashion Influencer of the Year – Aisha Pahadi,
• Lifestyle Influencer of the Year – Debchandrima Singha Roy,
• Food Influencer of the Year – Rinchen Wangdi Bhutiya,
• NE Rising Star – Srijita Ghosh,
• Reel Sensation of the Year – Arushmita Dutta,
• Regional Influencer of the Year – Ishan Sharma & Vedansh Sharma (Dasoham),
• Storyteller of the Year (Male) – Niranjan Mondal,
• Travel Influencer of the Year – Aradhana Chatterjee,
• Wellness Influencer of the Year – Paridhi Pandey,
• Entrepreneur of the Year – Toinali Chophi,
• Mom Influencer of the Year – Shraddha Fogla,
• YouTuber of the Year – Kiran Dutta (YourBongGuy),
• Digital Creator of the Year – RJ Praveen,
• Television’s Most Loved Personality – Trina Saha,
• Chef Influencer of the Year – Kirti Bhoutika,
• Iconic Trailblazer in Regional Couture – Daniel Syiem,
• Digital Star of the Year – Ankita Mallick,
• Power-Packed Performer of the Year – Srabanti Chatterjee,
• Entertaining Duo of the Year – Swarnadeep & Joydipto (Honest Kakima),
• People’s Choice Award – Soma Laishram,
• Versatile Performer of the Year – Susmita Chatterjee,
• Red FM Bajate Raho Influencer of the Year – Preeti Sarkar,
• Makeup Influencer of the Year – Mousumi Kundu,
• Next-Gen Sports Storyteller of the Year – Annesha Ghosh,
• Women Storyteller Award – Arjun Dutta,
• Rising Star Award – Anubhav Kanjilal,

——–Sarveshh Kashyap

Oriflame Presents Whosnext2026 Influencer Awards – East & Northeast Edition Celebrates Regional Voices In Kolkata

Richa Gulati Has Acted In More Than 100 Music Videos Across Hindi, Punjabi, Haryanvi, Bollywood, And Remix Categories...

Actress, model, and fashion influencer Richa Gulati is all set to begin a new phase of her career in South Indian cinema. With her beauty, talent, confidence, and graceful personality, she is steadily making a strong identity in the entertainment industry. Some of her upcoming South film projects are currently in post-production and pipeline stages, where she will be seen in completely different and impressive avatars. Along with South cinema, Richa is also receiving offers for web series and Bollywood films, taking her career towards new heights.

Richa Gulati’s journey in the world of glamour and acting has been truly inspiring. Apart from her beauty, her education, intelligence, and confidence make her stand out from others in the industry. She has completed higher education including an MBA and PhD. She started modeling during her graduation days and achieved a special place in the industry through dedication and hard work. She is also the winner of the prestigious “Miss India Heritage” title.

Richa began her career with print shoots and television commercials. Gradually, she established herself successfully in the fashion and advertising world. She has modeled for renowned fashion designers like Manish Malhotra, Asha Milani, and Isha Kaul. She has also worked with major brands such as Pantaloons, Fabindia, Meena Bazaar, Club Merino, and Goddess Lifestyle. Her appearance at Lakmé Fashion Week also attracted significant attention.

In acting, Richa has strong experience as well. From 2012 to 2018, she actively worked in theatre and learned the finer aspects of performance. She also attended acting workshops under Mukti Coach associated with the National School of Drama, which added depth and confidence to her acting skills.

Richa Gulati is also a recognized face in the music industry. She has acted in more than 100 music videos across Hindi, Punjabi, Haryanvi, Bollywood, and remix categories. Her work with major music companies like T-Series, Zee Music Company, Venus Entertainment, and Speed Records has been widely appreciated.

Richa’s personality and positive mindset make her an inspiration for young people. She believes every individual should always maintain self-worth, dignity, and confidence. According to her, positivity, hard work, and self-belief are the true keys to success. She feels that the person who continues moving forward despite challenges is the real winner.

Advising newcomers in the industry, Richa says that confidence and self-respect should never be compromised. One should never damage their image under any influence and must always carry themselves with dignity in every situation.

Richa is also highly disciplined about fitness. She regularly practices gym workouts and power yoga to stay fit, active, and mentally positive.

With her dedication, simplicity, talent, and professional approach, Richa Gulati is emerging as a promising name in the entertainment industry. Along with her beauty, her intelligence, hard work, and humble personality continue to impress people. Audiences will surely be excited to watch her in upcoming South films, web series, and Bollywood projects in the near future.

Richa Gulati Actress, Model, And Fashion Influencer Is All Set To Begin A New Phase Of Her Career In South Indian Cinema

भारत गौरव सम्मान से सम्मानित हुईं लेखिका रंजीता कुमारी...

(विशेष संवाददाता) : साहित्य जगत के लिए गर्व का विषय है कि जानी-मानी लेखिका रंजीता कुमारी को उनके उत्कृष्ट साहित्यिक योगदान के लिए प्रतिष्ठित भारत गौरव सम्मान से सम्मानित किया गया। यह सम्मान उनके निरंतर साहित्य सृजन, लेखन के प्रति समर्पण और समाज को सकारात्मक दिशा देने के प्रयासों के लिए प्रदान किया गया।

रंजीता कुमारी एक गृहिणी होने के साथ-साथ एक सफल लेखिका भी हैं। बचपन से ही उन्हें पढ़ने का गहरा शौक था, लेकिन कम उम्र में विवाह और पारिवारिक जिम्मेदारियों के कारण उनके सपनों को विराम लग गया। दो बच्चों की परवरिश और पारिवारिक जीवन में व्यस्त रहने के बाद उन्होंने विवाह के लगभग बीस वर्षों बाद पुनः लेखन की शुरुआत की।

साल 2024 में उनकी पहली पुस्तक, एक कविता संग्रह “एक विरहिणी सी औरत” प्रकाशित हुई, जिसे पाठकों द्वारा काफी सराहना मिली। उसी वर्ष उनका कहानी संग्रह “जीवन के रंग यादों के संग” भी प्रकाशित हुआ। वर्ष 2025 में उन्होंने दो उपन्यास “एक कहानी अपनी सी” और “सलोनी” के साथ-साथ एक और कविता संग्रह “आशना” प्रकाशित किया।

वर्ष 2026 में उन्होंने बच्चों के लिए कहानी संग्रह “दादी-नानी की कहानियां: घूरता-घूरता” लिखकर बाल साहित्य में भी महत्वपूर्ण योगदान दिया। उनकी सभी पुस्तकें रविना प्रकाशन द्वारा प्रकाशित की गई हैं और इनका विमोचन दिल्ली विश्व पुस्तक मेला में भव्य रूप से किया गया।

लेखन के साथ-साथ रंजीता कुमारी ने अब तक 11 पुस्तकों का संपादन भी किया है, जो उनकी साहित्यिक दक्षता और अनुभव को दर्शाता है। वर्तमान में वह ग्रामीण परिवेश पर आधारित एक नए उपन्यास पर कार्य कर रही हैं।

रंजीता कुमारी का यह सम्मान न केवल उनकी व्यक्तिगत उपलब्धि है, बल्कि उन सभी महिलाओं के लिए प्रेरणा है जो अपने सपनों को किसी कारणवश पीछे छोड़ देती हैं। उन्होंने यह साबित कर दिया कि यदि दृढ़ संकल्प और मेहनत हो, तो किसी भी उम्र में सफलता हासिल की जा सकती है।

उनकी इस उपलब्धि पर साहित्य प्रेमियों और क्षेत्रवासियों में खुशी की लहर है तथा सभी ने उन्हें उज्ज्वल भविष्य के लिए शुभकामनाएं दी हैं।

भारत गौरव सम्मान से सम्मानित हुईं लेखिका रंजीता कुमारी

“UTSRIJI” A Group Show Of Paintings By 10 Contemporary Renowned Artists At Jehangir Art Gallery...

From: 5th to 11th May 2026

UTSRIJI

An Ancient way of communication

A Group show of Paintings by Tapan Karmakar, Fulla Chandra Mistri, Indrajit Ghosh, Malay Datta, Mrinal Saha, Shiladitya Basak, Paban Roy, Subhrajit Dutta, Ranajit Jana, Riti Sundar Roy

VENUE:

Jehangir Art Gallery

AC Gallery No. II

161- B, M.G. Road

Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400001

Timing: 11am to 7pm

Contact: +91 94313 97347, +91 98368 07282

Utsriji: An Ancient Way of Communication brings together ten artists from across eastern India in a compelling group exhibition at Jehangir Art Gallery, presenting a vibrant confluence of contemporary expressions rooted in lived experience and cultural memory.

Organised under the aegis of Utsriji Satsang – a collective established in 1991, this exhibition features works by artists Paban Roy, Tapan Karmakar, Fulla Chandra Mistri, Shiladitya Basak, Malay Dutta, Indrajit Ghosh, Riti Sundar Roy, Ranajit Jana, Subhrajit Dutta, and Mrinal Saha. Each artist contributes a distinct visual language, yet together they form a cohesive narrative that reflects both individuality and shared sensibilities.

The exhibition unfolds as an eclectic rainbow spectrum, ranging from finely detailed figurative compositions and symbolic portraiture to textured abstractions and layered mixed-media works. Themes of devotion, memory, rural life, mythology, and contemporary aspiration surface repeatedly, often interwoven with a strong narrative impulse. Whether it is the quiet dignity of human figures, the symbolic presence of animals and nature, or the interplay of colour and surface, the works resonate with an immediacy that is both accessible and evocative.

What emerges is not merely a display of artworks, but a dialogue, between regions, generations, and modes of seeing. The exhibition underscores art as a timeless communicative force, one that transcends language while remaining deeply anchored in context.

Utsriji invites viewers to engage with this diverse showcase and experience the many ways in which art continues to connect, reflect, and endure.

This show was inaugurated on 5th May 2026 by Honorable Guests Mr. Prayag Shukla (Famous writer & art critic), in the presence of Mr. Kamal Jain (Famous typographer), Mr. Anil Kelkar (Founder member Mumbai art group), Mr. Hars Lakhani (Art curator), Mr. Raj Kumar Sharma (Art reviewer), Mr. U. Pradhan (Art director),  Hem Chatterjee (V.C. J.J. College of Arts),  The event was further honored by the presence of retired professors from Sir J.J. College of Art along with renowned journalists from leading media houses such as Dainik Bhaskar, Jansatta, Saamna, and others. Members of the Satsang community, including Guru brothers and extended their support. Satsang devotees. Their presence added great value and encouragement to the participating artists Paban Roy, Fullu Chandra Mistry, Tapan Karmakar,  Malay Dutta, Indrajit Ghosh, Shiladitya Basak, Mrinal Saha, Ranajit Jana, Riti Sundar Ray, Subhrajit Dutta.

Sushma Sabnis (Art Curator & Writer) Mumbai.

“UTSRIJI” A Group Show Of Paintings By 10 Contemporary Renowned Artists At Jehangir Art Gallery

Small Age, Big Dreams – The Inspiring Journey of Oni Maya Akhlesh Vishwakarma...

In the fast-paced city of Mumbai, a little girl is quietly chasing big dreams with remarkable determination. At just 4 years old, Oni Maya Akhlesh Vishwakarma has already taken her first step toward turning her dreams into reality, proving that passion and dedication have no age limit.

Oni lives in Mumbai with her supportive family. Her mother, Maya Vishwakarma, is a teacher who provides a strong foundation of education and values, while her father, Akhlesh Vishwakarma, runs a mobile shop. This nurturing and encouraging environment plays a crucial role in shaping Oni’s early journey.

At such a young age, Oni has stepped into the world of acting and impressed everyone with her talent. She played the lead character in the web series “Khamoshi Bhi Gunah Hai”, produced by Green World Media Production. The series has already been telecast on the UrjaFlix OTT platform, receiving positive appreciation from viewers.

A significant credit for nurturing new talent like Oni goes to B. S. Ali, the producer and director of Green World Media Production. He is known for training fresh artists and giving them valuable opportunities to showcase their skills in the entertainment industry.

Beyond acting, Oni is a cheerful and creative child with a variety of hobbies. She enjoys dancing, drawing, watching TV, and eating sweets. These activities not only reflect her lively personality but also help enhance her creativity and confidence.

Oni’s early success is not just a proud moment for her family but also an inspiration for many young dreamers and their parents. It shows that recognizing and supporting talent at the right time can lead to incredible achievements.

A small beginning with a very bright future ahead – that’s the story of Oni Maya Akhlesh Vishwakarma.

Small Age, Big Dreams – The Inspiring Journey of Oni Maya Akhlesh Vishwakarma

Reena Gautam Honoured With Prestigious Bharat Gaurav Samman Award...

Reena Gautam, a young achiever from Datia district of Madhya Pradesh, has created history at a very young age through her dedication, hard work, and honesty. She has earned a distinct identity not only in her district but also at the national level. In recognition of her remarkable achievements, she was honored with the prestigious “Bharat Gaurav Samman” and her name was recorded in the Indian Book of World Records. This achievement is a matter of pride not only for Datia city but also for the entire state of Madhya Pradesh.

Reena Gautam has continuously worked for the empowerment of women and girls. Through her dedicated leadership and sensitive approach, several awareness programs were organized in urban, rural, and tribal areas of the district. Programs conducted in schools and Anganwadi centers helped boost the confidence of women and girls, encouraging them to raise their voices against violence and move forward fearlessly in life.

Recently, Reena Gautam was also honored with the “Nari Sashaktikaran Samman” in New Delhi, the capital of India. This recognition reflects her commitment and contribution toward social welfare and women empowerment.

Reena Gautam’s success has become an inspiration for all young people and women who wish to achieve something meaningful for society and the nation through passion and hard work. She has proved that with dedication and determination, one can bring pride not only to oneself and one’s family, but also to the district and the country.

Reena Gautam Honoured With Prestigious  Bharat Gaurav Samman Award