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India Leads Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2025 with Record 94 Honorees

Bollywood stars Ananya Panday and Ishaan Khatter join a diverse cohort of young achievers across technology, arts, and social impact in Forbes' milestone 10th edition.

Overview

  • Forbes unveiled the 10th edition of its 30 Under 30 Asia list, recognizing 300 young leaders under 30 from the Asia-Pacific region across ten categories.
  • India achieved the highest representation on the list with 94 honorees, highlighting the country's growing global influence in fields like entertainment, technology, and social impact.
  • Bollywood actors Ananya Panday and Ishaan Khatter were recognized for their artistic growth and expanding international presence, with Panday becoming Chanel's first Indian ambassador and Khatter set for a Cannes debut.
  • Other Indian honorees include singer-songwriter Anuv Jain, known for his acoustic hits, and filmmaker Sulagna Chatterjee, celebrated for her focus on queer storytelling.
  • The list underscores the resilience and creativity of Asia-Pacific's youth amidst challenging economic conditions, marking a decade of Forbes' celebration of innovation and leadership.