Event Name: Bollyverse: Bollywood ka Multiverse 2024
Objective:
To offer students a well-deserved break from their rigorous studies, allowing them to unwind and recharge. Through engaging and culturally immersive activities, the event aims to foster a sense of community, promote cultural appreciation, and provide an enjoyable, stress relieving experience that enhances students' overall well-being and readiness for the remainder of the semester.
Outcome:
The Bollywood Night event was a resounding success, drawing a vibrant crowd that fully immersed themselves in the themed activities. The evening was filled with enthusiastic participation, from the lively dance-offs to the engaging Bollywood trivia sessions. The highlight of the night was the anonymous confession-sharing activity, which sparked laughter and camaraderie among attendees as they unveiled their 'unspoken' Bollywood moments. The diverse range of events ensured that everyone found something they enjoyed, fostering a sense of community and celebration.
On the lively evening of August 31, 2024, the SIBM Hyderabad campus was illuminated with the vibrant spirit of Bollywood as Mélange, the organizing committee of SIBM Hyderabad, hosted the captivating "Bollyverse" at 7:00 PM in the SIU Auditorium. The event took place in the grand setting of the campus auditorium, providing attendees with an engaging and enchanting journey through the fascinating world of Indian cinema.
(Anchor's entry, infused with Bollywood musical flair)
As the curtains lifted, the charismatic anchors took the stage with the dramatic flair of Bollywood, igniting the night with a burst of vibrant energy that transported everyone into a world of glittering stars and iconic melodies. From the very first beat, the evening promised an unforgettable journey through the magic of Hindi cinema. The event began with an engaging song-guessing game called “Dhuno ko Chuno," where the audience was challenged to identify popular Bollywood tunes from mixed audio clips. Laughter and enthusiasm filled the room as students eagerly guessed each song.
(Anchors challenging the audience during the Filler game)
The event escalated with the start of the Mega Contest, which consisted of three games in total. The first game was, titled "Heads Up, Heads Down" put everyone's acting skills to the test as participants tried to guess iconic Bollywood movies while glancing at play cards. The hilarious twist of freezing added an extra layer of fun, showcasing their wit and humor.
(Participants in ‘Heads up Heads down game)
Between activities, crowd engagement soared as students passionately shared their love for Bollywood, along with personal anecdotes and cherished memories, creating an atmosphere filled with shared enthusiasm. The earlier game's results were then announced too much excitement.
(Audience sharing anecdotes during crowd engagement)
Round 2, titled 'Plot Twister,' challenged participants to demonstrate their Bollywood expertise by re-enacting famous scenes and creatively transforming them into different genres. The stage came alive with vibrant performances that perfectly captured the essence of Bollywood.
(Participants enacting famous scenes in 'Plot Twister’)
In a special treat, the event featured cameo anchoring that added a unique flair to the Bollywood night. These brief yet captivating segments brought an extra layer of excitement and charm to the evening’s festivities.
(Cameo Anchors performing iconic scene)
Mega Contest Round Finale – “Baitho Magar Dhyan Se” was a musical chair game where the team split into individual participants. As they played, each person who lost a round was given a task to complete, adding an extra layer of challenge and fun.
(Participants playing ‘Baitho Magar Dhyan Se’)
Next, a touch of glamour swept the room as the 'Best Dressed' awards were handed out to participants who brilliantly brought their favourite Bollywood characters to life through their attire.
(Winners of “Best Dressed” Awards posing together)
Anticipation soared as the results of the Mega Contest were revealed, celebrating the impressive talent and Bollywood knowledge showcased by the participants.
(Final winner of the Mega Contest)
The event concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks from Ms. Ria Raj, Deputy Head of Mélange, who expressed deep gratitude to all attendees and Mélange members for their role in making the Bollyverse a resounding success.
(Ms. Ria Raj giving Vote of Thanks)
(Mélange- The Organizing Committee)
As night descended, the Bollywood musical extravaganza began at 10 pm, offering a melodious finale to the enchanting journey through Bollywood.