Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], July 24: Shri. Mohammed Iqbal Hussain, Chairman of AIG Development, opened the evening by calling the event “a symbol of global creative collaboration,” while outlining AIG’s long-term commitment to nurturing global investment and digital entrepreneurship.
He was joined by Shri. Khaja Garu, Director of AIG Development, along with the dynamic AIG team, who shared their vision of supporting innovative platforms like TSFA that bridge global content, creativity, and technology.
The 7th Edition of TSFA – The Social Media & Film Awards was celebrated with grandeur at T-Hub 2.0, bringing together the vibrant worlds of cinema and digital content under one roof. Held on Sunday evening from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, the event marked a new milestone as India’s Biggest Influencers & Filmmakers Summit.
Presented by AIG Development and powered by Kalaraj Media & Entertainment, TSFA 2025 served as a powerful platform to honor creators, storytellers, and innovators who are redefining the creative landscape.
With over 150+ distinguished guests, including prominent government officials, digital creators, and industry leaders, the evening celebrated excellence in storytelling, innovation, and influence.
Shri. Srinivas Marri, Founder & Managing Director of Kalaraj Media & Entertainment, welcomed the gathering with a heartfelt message, highlighting TSFA’s alignment with the Telangana Rising 2047 vision and its commitment to empowering the creative community.
Hon’ble Minister Shri. Adluri Laxman Kumar, Cabinet Minister for SC, Tribal, Minority Welfare, and Empowerment of Marginalized Groups, praised the initiative and assured the government’s full support to young creators and filmmakers.
Shri. Sanjay Kumar, IAS, Special Chief Secretary, ITE&C and Industries & Commerce, spoke about Telangana’s growth as a tech powerhouse and commended the awardees for their digital impact.
Shri. Addanki Dayakar, MLC – Telangana, lauded the rise of influencer culture and Kalaraj’s dedication to honoring genuine talent.
Shri. Eravarthri Anil Kumar, Chairman (TGMDC), emphasized ethical content creation and warned against promoting misleading ventures.
Shri. Srinivas, Vice President of T-Hub, shared his pride in hosting TSFA at Telangana’s innovation epicentre.
Shri. Raghu Chittimalla, National President (IT Serve), hailed the summit as the most impressive gathering of digital influencers and filmmakers he has ever attended.
Special recognition was also extended to:
- Shri. Srikanth Yadav – Managing Director, Moosa Tourism, for his continued support in promoting cultural and cinematic tourism through digital campaigns.
- Shri. Manohar Reddy – Director, Ralas Hospitality, for his contributions in supporting large-scale event logistics and guest experiences during TSFA.
Additional distinguished guests included:
- Dr. Mamidi Harikrishna – Director, Dept. of Language & Culture, Telangana
- Shri. Sanjeev Mathur – Co-founder, MSBM
- Shri. Andhe Sri – Lyricist, Telangana State Anthem
- Shri. Sandeep Makthala – Global President, TITA
- Dr. JN Venkat
- Dr. Ramesh – Founder, Photo Mama
- Shri. Ramu Yadav – Founder, NIFD
- Shri. Nadigottu Santhosh – Founder, Standard Tax Filing
All guests extended their congratulations and appreciation to the awardees and the organizing team.
