In a post UK-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) world, India Global Forum’s (IGF) fourth London Edition of the Culture & Creativity Forum will show how culture isn’t just soft power – it’s a superpower.
The Forum establishes how cultural exchange is a catalyst for innovation, identity, and impact. From iconic performers to modern-day philosophers, discover how UK-India creatives are shaping societies, influencing communities, and redefining global storytelling.
Some of the highlights from the forum next week include:
Inspiring Journey with A.R. Rahman: A rare fireside with the music maestro. You’ve heard his music, now hear his mind. From Bollywood to Hollywood, tradition to tech – A.R. Rahman explores music, memory, and the power of culture to shape the future. It’s more than a talk; it’s an exclusive, heartfelt conversation - up close and personal.
Enlightenment in a New Era: Join spiritual leader Gauranga Das in an exclusive conversation on how ancient Indian philosophy can reshape modern leadership. Gain a deeper understanding of purpose, clarity, and resilience in today’s fast-paced, digital world.
Other key aspects of the Culture and Creativity Forum include:
• Explore Culture as Innovation: Understand how cultural exchange is not just art or soft power – it’s a key driver of innovation, identity, and social impact.
• Hear from Visionary Leaders: Get inspired by spiritual leader and global motivational speaker Gauranga Das on the relevance of Indian philosophy, tradition, and plurality in today’s disrupted world. View all Speakers.
• Global Creative Powerhouse: Discover how UK-India creatives are influencing communities, redefining storytelling, and shaping the cultural narratives of two leading democracies.
• Rare Fireside with A.R. Rahman: We hear his soulful music a lot but it’s very rare that you hear the legendary Rahman speak his mind. Witness an exclusive, in-depth conversation with the music legend AR Rahman on sound, soul, and how creativity shapes society.
• What’s Next in Film & TV: Gain fresh insight into the future of global content, with speakers from BFI, Emmay Entertainment, and more exploring trends, streaming, and cross-cultural storytelling.
• Powerful Networking: Connect over lunch with cultural leaders, policymakers, and creators shaping the UK-India corridor.
• Fresh Perspectives: Engage with panels on everything from spirituality in leadership to the rise of regional Indian cinema on global platforms.
*Info: IGF London 2025 Programme
