Feb, 26: BIG FM, largest single brand radio network in India hosted the 4th edition of BIG Impact Awards Mumbai. Celebrating most inspiring entrepreneurs, business leaders and changemakers under one roof, the event was held at Sahara Star, Mumbai. The event was graced by Chief Guests Ashish Shelar, Minister of Cultural Affairs, Government of Maharashtra and Ritu Rajesh Tawde, Mayor of Mumbai who felicitated the winners with the prestigious BIG Impact Trophy.
In line with its philosophy of recognizing conventional excellence while celebrating progressive impact, BIG Impact Awards 2026 have redefined traditional benchmarks of achievement. Curated by BIG FM, the awards honor the indomitable spirit of Mumbai, felicitating leaders who have not only built successful enterprises but have also contributed meaningfully to the city’s growth and community development. Spanning across multiple categories including Auto, Real Estate & Allied, Hospitality, Health & Wellness, Education, Fashion, Lifestyle and more, the BIG Impact Awards highlighted stories of determination and excellence across sectors.
Adding to the glamour and energy of the evening, the ceremony also saw the presence of noted personalities from the Indian entertainment industry including Boman Irani, Esha Deol, Chitrangada Singh, Rajat Bedi, Shehnaaz Gill, Medha Rana, Ashnoor Kaur, Rithvik Dhanjani, Nandish Kumar Sandhu, Harman Baweja, Vishal Jethwa, Shiv Thakare and many more. The show was hosted by BIG FM RJs- RJ Dilip, RJ Vrajesh, RJ Rani and RJ Sahil, who set the tone of the event.
Marking the occasion, BIG FM also launched Season 5 of its flagship IP, Main Bhi Finance Minister, with a compelling panel discussion featuring distinguished voices from across industries. The panel included Nidarshana Gowani, Anupama Agrawal, Vanita Keswani, Soumini Sridhara and Heli Daruwala who shared their insights on financial empowerment and wealth creation.
Speaking of the occasion, Ashit Kukian, CEO, BIG FM, shared,
“BIG Impact Awards reflects what drives cities like Mumbai, the power to create meaningful change. It is truly inspiring to witness the spirit of entrepreneurship and impact that this platform celebrates. We are proud to honour the businesses and changemakers who continue to push boundaries, create opportunities and contribute to the city’s growth. I congratulate all the winners and look forward to strengthening this platform across more cities in the coming year.”
The event was co-powered by LIC Housing Finance, Mahindra and Mahindra, joining as a Drive-in Partner, along with other sponsors. With Mumbai setting the tone for the year, the BIG Impact Awards will soon expand their footprint internationally to Malaysia. In the coming months, the awards will also travel to key Indian cities, including Bangalore, Delhi, Kolkata, Guwahati and Kolhapur, further strengthening BIG FM’s commitment to celebrating impact-driven entrepreneurship across the country.
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