Student Achievements in Year 2023-24

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• Sreeram Jayaram wins the Animation Xpress ANN Award 2023
• ‘Heritage in Design’ project featured in LA Journal India (75th Edition)
• Mahee Sood wins the Alee Club Miss India Teen India 2023
• Tarika Jain nominated for the category of Best Animated Short Film (2D/3D) for her film ‘Sunni Sunai’
• Anas Sheikh featured in Vogue India (Jan-Feb Issue)
• Karan Kapoor featured in Bombay Film Production Magazine

During the academic year 2023-2024, IIAD students have demonstrated remarkable achievements across diverse disciplines. Their commitment, diligence, and extraordinary abilities have resulted in outstanding accomplishments in academics, research, extracurricular pursuits and community involvement. Through their steadfast pursuit of excellence, these students serve as inspiring role models for upcoming generations, contributing significantly to their institution and the broader community.

Sreeram Jayaram wins the Animation Xpress ANN Award 2023

Communication Design student Sreeram Jayaram (Batch 2019–23) earned the coveted Animation Xpress ANN Award in Mumbai for the Best Student Film category. Initially conceptualised as a Major Design Project (MDP) his 2D animated film ‘The Day My Dad Arrives’ garnered a lot of appreciation.

‘Heritage in Design’ project featured in LA Journal India (75th Edition)

Interior Architecture and Design student project “Heritage in Design” was featured in LA Journal India (75th Edition). Students reimagined the monuments of Sunder Nursery, New Delhi to align with contemporary culture, proposing non-invasive methods using traditional and new media techniques. The project offers cost-effective and innovative ways for visitors to engage with the historic precincts sustainably.

Mahee Sood wins the Alee Club Miss India Teen India 2023

Foundation in Design student Mahee Sood won Alee Club Miss Teen India 2023. Her journey through auditions, semi-finals and a 9-day training led to a mesmerising grand finale on August 10th at Seven Seas, Delhi.

Tarika Jain nominated for the category of Best Animated Short Film (2D/3D) for her film ‘Sunni Sunai’

Communication Design student Tarika Jain has been nominated for the category of Best Animated Short Film (2D/3D) - Student (India) at the 24FPS International Animation Awards 2023 for her film ‘Sunni Sunai’ . Exploring the theme of fake news in contemporary India, the film delves into the intriguing aspect of how information is manipulated and exaggerated across various media platforms.

Anas Sheikh featured in Vogue India (Jan-Feb Issue)

Anas Sheikh, IIAD Alumni was featured in Vogue India (Jan-Feb Issue). Founder of his label 23°N 69°E, Anas shares the spotlight with a dynamic generation of designers who are rewriting the narrative of ‘handmade’ embracing both sustainability and artisanal craftsmanship.

Karan Kapoor featured in Bombay Film Production Magazine

IIAD alumni Karan Kapoor (Interior Architecture & Design, 2017–2021) was featured in an interview with Bombay Film Production Magazine. In the interview, Karan talks about his design journey, philosophy, and his current brand ‘Patterns & Luxury’. Patterns & Luxury is a home decor brand that creates handcrafted furniture and accessories. The brand's products are made using traditional Indian techniques but with a modern twist.