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ISABELLE LAFFORGUE

Entrepreneur and Humanitarian

Brand Ambassador

Isabelle Lafforgue, Entrepreneur and Humanitarian Princess Isabelle Lafforgue is an elite French designer, lifestyle consultant specializing in interior and floral design as well as event planning and decoration. As CEO of Isabelle International Design, she has for more than 25 years set the standard for elegance, class, taste and sophistication in Hong Kong and across the globe. She constantly raises the bar for what is the ultimate in savoir-faire, luxury and lifestyle. Born and raised in Versailles, France, Isabelle from an early age has been surrounded by magnificent castles and opulent decorations and artwork. Influenced by her travels through Europe, North America and Asia, Isabelle has developed a meticulous attention to detail and demand for exceptional craftsmanship and creative art solutions.
Her eye for color, form and composition has inspired her work on projects for well-known design houses. Isabelle’s creative vision has been enhanced by artistic designs from different cultures, often taking elements of Eastern minimalism, while maintaining traditional principles of European style. She blends these elements harmoniously into one complete “essence” that is always fresh and innovative, yet elegant and timeless.
Isabelle is foremost an entrepreneur who has founded her own company in Hong Kong, Isabelle International Design. For the past 25 years, she has been successfully serving a unique clientele of top hotels and corporations across Asia, Europe and the US, as well as some of the wealthiest and most influential families in the world. She has created masterpieces for some of the most prestigious galas and extravagant weddings in the international community. These events have received acclaim and high praises, and are memorable due to her unique attention to detail and creative magic. Owing to her gentle and responsible nature, which resonates in her work, Isabelle is at the same time an enthusiast and advocate for peace. She was a Member of the Board of Trustees of the Gusi Peace Prize International in Manila from 2009 to 2015.

Our Board of Directors

Your diverse minds and unwavering commitment to qualitative standards form the foundation of our cinematic dream. Thank you for being the driving force behind Cinedreams’ excellence. Together, we soar to new heights.

Zareena Wahab

Actress

Zarina Wahab, an acclaimed Indian actress, is known for her roles in Hindi and Malayalam films. Noteworthy performances include Chitchor and Gopal Krishna in Hindi, and Madanolsavam, Chamaram, Palangal, and Adaminte Makan Abu in Malayalam. Initially cast as a middle-class girl post her debut in Chit Chor (1976), she appeared in films like Agar, Jazbaat, Sawan Ko Aane Do, and Raees Zada. Nominated for a Filmfare Award for Gharonda (1977), she has worked across Malayalam, Telugu, and Tamil cinema. After a hiatus, she made a comeback with Calendar in 2009, continuing her presence in Malayalam movies. Notable for her role in Adaminte Makan Abu, she also featured in My Name Is Khan. Currently, Wahab takes on older roles in television serials.

Pahlaj Nihalani

Producer

Pahlaj Nihalani is an Indian film producer. He was the former chairman of Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. He was also the president of the Association of Pictures and TV Programme Producers for 29 years until he resigned in 2009. He was sacked as CBFC chief on 11 August 2017 and soon Prasoon Joshi appointed as CBFC Chief by Smriti Irani.

Rais Ahamad​

CMD, Rassaz Group

Rais Ahamad, Founder and CMD of Rassaz Group, is a visionary, Mumbai’s leading builder, developer, educationist, philanthropist, social worker and a politician, he is an astute businessman with the power of determination, grit and talent – over the last seven years, The Rassaz Rassaz Group The International School is flourishing under the dynamic leadership of Mr. Rais Ahmed, Founder and CMD. Integrated with the latest venture Rassaz Studios, Cinegrow Film Academy aims to provide proper guidance to aspiring actors to realize their dream.

Shhyam R Singhaniya

Chairman ENAAR Group

Chairman of Enarr Group, a boutique investment bank, Mr. Shhyam R Singhania has more than 30 years of experience in Textile, Media & Entertainment and Agriculture. Mr. Singhania with a team of sector professionals set-up Enarr Media and Entertainment Fund and Enarr Agri Fund in the year 2011/12. Mr. Singhania is a General Partner at Enarr Venture Capital Fund, a proposed hybrid structure venture capital fund investing in start-ups. Mr. Singhania has hands on experience producing movies that provide a platform for genuine talent. We back films that are meaningful, theme based and packed with passion and commitment. Mr. Singhania has a graduate degree in business and commerce from the University of Mumbai and post graduate degree in marketing and finance.

Yogesh Lakhani

CMD (Bright Outdoor Media Pvt. Ltd)

Yogesh Lakhani is an Indian film actor, producer and the founder and head of Bright Outdoor Media, best known as the producer of action romance Indo-Nepalese film Prem Geet 3. Lakhni has worked as an actor in films like Dilwale, Calendar Girls, Baazaar, Bypass Road and Ardh.

Quaiser Khalid​

DIG Mumbai Police
Quaiser Khalid, born on 19 July 1971, stands as an embodiment of dedication and excellence in the Indian Police Service (IPS). Currently serving as the Inspector General of Police, Motor Transport, Maharashtra State, Pune, Khalid exemplifies the values of service and leadership. Beyond his distinguished career in law enforcement, Khalid is a soulful poet, weaving verses of inspiration and emotion in both Urdu and Hindi. His poetic journey is reflected in two anthologies filled with the beauty of ghazals and nazms. A true artist in every sense, Khalid’s contribution to literature has been recognized with the prestigious Maharashtra State Urdu Sahitya Academy Award. In the relentless pursuit of justice and the artistic expression of the human experience, Quaiser Khalid continues to inspire, leaving an indelible mark on both the realms of law enforcement and literature.
Thank you for being the pillars of strength, the architects of vision, and the champions of quality that make Cinedreams an extraordinary venture. Here’s to the incredible journey ahead, where your diverse minds continue to shape the narrative of excellence in the world of cinema.

Screening

27th - 29th May 2025

Venue

PVR, Juhu

Award Ceremony

29th May 2025

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