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  • Footprints honours employees with ‘Humans of Footprints’ celebration

    Footprints honours employees with ‘Humans of Footprints’ celebration

    MUMBAI: What makes an organisation truly great? Its people!

    India’s pioneering tech-enabled and AI-assisted preschool and daycare chain, Footprints has launched its ‘Humans of Footprints’ campaign to shine a well-deserved spotlight on the incredible stories of its employees. These are the unsung heroes who have dedicated over seven to eight years of service, shaping little minds while building a nurturing space for early childhood education.

    It’s more than just a campaign—it’s a heartfelt thank you to the people who have made Footprints a trusted name among parents nationwide. Through a series of moving video narratives, employees share their journeys, challenges, and triumphs, offering a rare glimpse into the beating heart of the organisation.

    The first chapter of the campaign introduces Preeti, a beloved member of the Footprints family who has been serving as a didi and cook for over eight years. Her journey is nothing short of inspiring—having faced immense personal struggles, she took a leap of faith to step into the workforce. As a single mother, she made a tough yet empowering choice to work, ensuring a better future for her children. At Footprints, she not only found employment but also a supportive, female-driven environment that made her feel valued, safe, and empowered.

    But Preeti is just the beginning! Every week, Footprints will unveil more stories of grit, passion, and dedication, highlighting the real people who make the brand what it is today.

    For Footprints co-founder & CEO Raj Singhal this campaign is a tribute to the company’s ethos of fostering a community—not just for children, but for its workforce too. “Footprints is not just about shaping young minds; it’s about creating opportunities, empowering individuals, and building a culture of growth and inclusivity. Through this campaign, we want to celebrate the inspiring journeys of our employees and showcase the transformative power of a supportive work environment”, said Singhal.

    The ‘Humans of Footprints’ campaign goes beyond employee recognition; it’s a testament to the brand’s commitment to ensuring every individual—whether a child, a parent, or an employee—feels valued and heard.

    These narratives serve as a reminder that the strongest organisations are built on more than just policies and profits—they thrive on people, passion, and purpose.

  • 10 Animated Shorts advance in Oscar Race, finale on 22 February next year

    10 Animated Shorts advance in Oscar Race, finale on 22 February next year

    NEW DELHI:  Ten animated shorts have been shortlisted by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today for the voting process for the 87th Academy Awards. 58 pictures had originally qualified in the category.

     

    The 10 films are listed below in alphabetical order by the title along with their production companies:

     

    1.      ‘The Bigger Picture’ director Daisy Jacobs and producer Christopher Hees. (National Film and Television School)

     

    2.      ‘Coda,’ director Alan Holly. (And Maps And Plans)

     

    3.      ‘The Dam Keeper’. Directors Robert Kondo and Dice Tsutsumi (Tonko House)

     

    4.      ‘Duet’. Director Glen Keane (Glen Keane Productions and ATAP)

     

    5.      ‘Feast’. Director Patrick Osborne and producer Kristina Reed (Walt Disney Animation Studios)

     

    6.      ‘Footprints’. Director Bill Plympton. (Bill Plympton Studio)

     

    7.      ‘Me and My Moulton’. Director Torill Kove (Mikrofilm in co-production with the National Film Board of Canada)

     

    8.      ‘The Numberlys’. Directors William Joyce and Brandon Oldenburg (Moonbot Studios)

     

    9.      ‘A Single Life’ Director Joris Oprins (Job, Joris and Marieke)

     

    10.  ‘Symphony No. 42’ Director Réka Bucsi (Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design Budapest)

     

    The Academy’s short films and feature animation branch reviewing committee viewed all the eligible entries for the preliminary round of voting at screenings held in New York and Los Angeles. The branch members will now select three to five nominees from among the 10 titles on the shortlist.  Branch screenings will be held in Los Angeles, London, New York and San Francisco in December. The 87th Academy Awards nominations will be announced on 15 January in the Academy’s Samuel Goldwyn Theater.

    The Oscars will be held on 22 February at the Dolby Theatre at Hollywood and Highland Center in Hollywood, and will be televised live by the ABC Television Network. The Oscar presentation also will be televised live in more than 225 countries and territories worldwide.

  • PVR expands its footprints in Mumbai

    PVR expands its footprints in Mumbai

    MUMBAI: PVR Cinemas, the largest cinema exhibition company in India has further strengthened its national presence with the launch of its 2-screen multiplex in Milap Mall, Kandivali (West) with a seating capacity of 325. Opening with 100% occupancy for the blockbuster film Dhoom 3, PVR Milap commences its journey on a buoyant note. PVR Cinemas recently surpassed the milestone of 400 screens and with the newly opened multiplex it reaches a count of 94 cinemas, 404 screens and 38 cities in India.

    Gautam Dutta, Chief Operating Officer, PVR Ltd, said, “Giving our customers an unmatched movie viewing experience is our prime goal here at PVR. Mumbai is an exciting market being the hub of cinema and it is with PVR Milap, our 21st property in the city, that we further reiterate our stance of being the largest cinema exhibition company in the country. This organic growth and expansion strengthens our presence in Maharashtra as we grow to 33 properties in the region.”

    The 8,000 sq. ft property gives its customers an ambience of luxury and style with walls expressing the era of cinemas dazzled with a theme of golden, beige and red. Giving an edge to the multiplex is the exceptional sound and projection technology offered by PVR. The multiplex possesses 2K Digital projection, Dolby sound and 3D enabled with PULZ speakers, bringing to the discerning movie-goers a quality cinema experience.

    Alongside, is a wide array of F&B ranging from savor combos of popcorns, nachos and gourmet sandwiches to an exotic variation of desserts.

    PVR first set foot in Maharashtra in the year 2006 and continues to keep alive the love of cinema offering its audiences with state of the art facilities and a fresh feel with the launch of PVR in Milap.