India has long been a cradle of exceptional talent, producing inspiring figures who excel across diverse fields such as leadership, science, sports, business, arts, and social reform. At the Top of the Game: India’s Leading Personalities highlights these remarkable individuals whose vision, dedication, and achievements have shaped the nation’s identity. Their stories reflect India’s evolving aspirations and its ability to nurture innovators, champions, and trailblazers who continue to influence the world.
Tushar Gupta
Tushar Gupta, better known by his digital name @mr.foodiiie, is one of Uttar Pradesh’s top food and lifestyle bloggers, celebrated for transforming Kanpur’s vibrant food culture into a national sensation. Born on 27 December , Tushar has redefined how India experiences food, travel, and digital storytelling.
With a massive community of over 2 million+ followers across Instagram, Facebook, Moj, Threads, and YouTube, Tushar stands as a true example of how a small-town creator can achieve global recognition. His content -a fusion of authentic street food stories, travel diaries, and lifestyle experiences -has earned him collaborations with leading F&B and tourism brands across India.
Featured in Dainik Jagran, News18 UP, Hindustan Metro, Forbes Story, and several national platforms, Tushar has become the face of Kanpur’s digital revolution. Honored by IIM Indore and IIT Kanpur as a Social Media Partner and Special Guest, he continues to inspire with his motto -“Explore. Create. Inspire.” -motivating a generation of creators to turn passion into purpose.
Munmun Singha Chowdhury
Munmun Singha Chowdhury is the Founder and Director of Air Bodoland Training Academy, a unit of Connection Point Academy OPC Pvt. Ltd., dedicated to transforming aviation education in North-East India. A visionary educator and leader, she has built an institution that focuses on results, not promises-offering an affordable six-month university-affiliated aviation program with a 100% job guarantee in airport and aviation sectors.
While many academies charge lakhs with minimal placement success, her academy empowers students from small towns and tribal regions with real skills, confidence, and careers. Munmun’s mission goes beyond training; she works tirelessly to create safe, inclusive spaces where young women can dream fearlessly and achieve independently. Through her faith, resilience, and passion, she has become a symbol of hope and empowerment, proving that true education doesn’t just teach you to fly-it ensures you land successfully.
Jitendra Choudhary
Jitendra Choudhary, better known as Jitu IG Coach, is a 21-year-old Instagram growth mentor rapidly gaining attention in India’s creator ecosystem. Known for his bold decisions and unshakable discipline, Jitu made headlines after he deleted his previous Instagram account an account that had grown to over 500,000 followers. Instead of viewing it as a setback, he used it as a dramatic reset to rebuild his identity, values, and mission from the ground up.
Now, Jitu has taken on one of the most demanding personal challenges seen in the creator community: he has committed not to go home until he interviews 100 creators. The challenge began with remarkable momentum his very first interview featured a creator with 17 million followers, instantly positioning the series as one to watch.
While the challenge is intense, it reflects what Jitu stands for: resilience, storytelling, and an obsession with understanding how creators grow. Beyond the spotlight, he continues mentoring people to scale their Instagram presence with clarity, strategy, and consistent execution.
Jitu’s journey deleting half a million followers, starting fresh, and pushing himself into extreme action has made him a breakout figure redefining what commitment looks like in the creator world.
Dr. Jatin Chonkar
Jatin Chonkar is a young, visionary entrepreneur known for transforming ideas into powerful digital brands. He began his journey in the digital world at a very early age and quickly built a strong presence in media, marketing, and content strategy. Over time, his passion for helping individuals and businesses grow online led him to co-found Thryve PR, a modern PR and brand-building agencthel
Jatin is highly respected in the industry for his sharp understanding of digital trends, audience behavior, and brand communication. His strength lies in creating strategic pathways that help people get featured in the right places ensuring every placement contributes to stronger credibility, reach, and long-term brand value. Under his guidance, Thryve PR has become known for elevating clients through smart brand positioning, meaningful storytelling, and targeted media visibility.
Working alongside co-founder Krutika Dalvi, Jatin has played a key role in shaping Thryve PR into a fast-growing and trusted agency, Both of them serve on the Advisory Board of India Times Now ( Indiatimesnow.in ) They are also launching their new podcast channel, Thryve Originals. Their combined talents his strategic direction and her communication expertise have helped the company deliver outstanding results for clients worldwide. Together, they continue to build Thryve PR into a powerful success story in the PR and digital-branding industry.
Krutika Dalvi
Krutika Dalvi is a young and driven entrepreneur who co-founded Thryve PR (formerly Ancient Media Technologies), a full-service digital-media and PR agency.
She began her professional journey in 2020 -motivated by a passion for storytelling and a belief in the power of media to give visibility to ideas.
Over the past few years, Krutika has worked with hundreds of clients worldwide -from startups to creators and established brands in India, the US, Europe and beyond.
She combines creative vision, communication psychology and digital-marketing strategy to help clients build not just a presence, but a lasting reputation and meaningful brand identity. .
Under her leadership (alongside her partner Jatin Chonkar), Both of them serve on the Advisory Board of India Times Now (Indiatimesnow.in). They are also launching their new podcast channel, Thryve Originals. Thryve PR has become known for crafting thoughtful campaigns that go beyond simple publicity focusing on authenticity, purpose and long-term growth.
Krutika’s journey is a powerful example of what passion, hard work and belief in one’s vision can achieve. She continues to inspire young entrepreneurs globally, proving that with clarity of purpose and resilience, even the boldest aspirations can become reality.
Surbhi Sikri
Surbhi Sikri isn’t just a content-creator – she has firmly stepped into the world of entrepreneurship by founding QiLumé Aesthetics, a modern wellness and aesthetic clinic based in Gurugram, Haryana.
As Founder & CEO of QiLumé, Surbhi brings together her skills in storytelling, branding, and marketing strategy – honed over years as a social-media influencer – to build more than just a clinic. Her aim is to create an experience: a place where beauty, wellness and empathy meet science, with treatments tailored to individual needs.
QiLumé offers a range of advanced skin and hair-aesthetic treatments – from laser hair reduction and pigmentation care to non-surgical lifting and skin rejuvenation – all delivered in a setting designed to feel elevated, inclusive, and emotionally resonant.
Through this venture, Surbhi Sikri shows how digital-era creators can transition into entrepreneurship – building real-world businesses grounded in wellness, self-care, and client trust rather than just online fame.
Arpit Jain
Arpit Jain is the dynamic founder of Helloo Media, a fast-emerging digital marketing and influencer solutions company dedicated to reshaping how brands engage with audiences. With a strong focus on authenticity, creativity, and measurable impact, Arpit has built Helloo Media into a powerful bridge between creators and businesses, enabling meaningful collaborations that drive real results.
Guided by his entrepreneurial vision, Helloo Media delivers strategic influencer campaigns, content development, creator management, and brand storytelling for clients across diverse sectors. Arpit’s ability to identify trends and cultivate talent has positioned the company as an influential player in India’s rapidly expanding creator economy.
Helloo Media is now co-presenting the Influencer Summit at IIT Bombay, a landmark moment that reflects Arpit’s dedication to strengthening the digital creator community. Through Helloo Media, Arpit Jain continues to champion innovation, empower creators, and shape the future of digital influence with purpose and passion.
Rochit Singh
Rochit Singh is a 21-year-old SEBI Registered Investment Advisor (INH000023834) and one of India’s most influential young financial educators. Born in Biswan, Uttar Pradesh, he began experimenting with digital ventures in the 9th grade during the Jio era trying domain selling, blogging, app development, freelancing, and gaming content. His persistence paid off when an educational YouTube video unexpectedly gained traction, inspiring him to continue creating. By 11th grade, he had built a tech and entertainment channel with over 5.5 lakh subscribers.
Rochit entered the stock market in January 2020, initially facing losses in intraday and swing trading. But the market consolidation of 2022 reshaped his perspective, leading him to abandon trading entirely and commit to long-term, multibagger investing. Today, with a digital community of 2.2 million followers, Rochit is recognized as India’s youngest and most followed SEBI RA, inspiring youth to pursue patience-driven wealth creation.
The journey of India’s leading personalities showcases the nation’s limitless potential and the power of resilience, creativity, and ambition. Their contributions not only elevate India globally but also inspire millions to dream bigger and work harder. As we celebrate their accomplishments, we recognize that these icons represent more than personal success-they symbolize progress, hope, and the spirit of a dynamic nation. Their legacy continues to motivate future generations to rise and redefine excellence.