World Economic Forum names British Indian actor-director Fagun Thakrar young global leader

By News Features On Mar 16, 2023

Fagun Thakrar, a multifaceted woman of substance, is a critically acclaimed British-Indian actor writer-director, founder, CEO, social entrepreneur, and global ambassador. Fagun has been listed as a Young Global Leader for 2023 by the World Economic Forum. Former YGLs have become Nobel Prize recipients, CEOs of Fortune 500 companies, heads of state and Prime Ministers.

On the feat, Fagun mentioned, “I’m truly honored and privileged to be named a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum. Very humbled by this recognition and it is also a testament to the incredible potential of young people to create positive change around the world. I hope this accomplishment empowers others to do more for the social good and inspires them to join me in tackling the global challenges we face with creativity, resilience, and a commitment to building a better future for all,” Fagun goes on to add.

Who is Fagun Thakrar

Fagun Thakrar is a critically acclaimed actor who has starred in several Hollywood and International films alongside Academy Award winners. Fagun holds five degrees at prestigious Universities, she began her education journey studying Medicine at the University College London, MBA from the University of Cambridge, Masters in Acting from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama in the UK and Film Directing from the US. Fagun recently founded and is the CEO of The Purpose Movie Studio, her forte is creating social impact content and targeting critical issues that engage and educate her audience.

Fagun is actively involved in charitable work worldwide towards the cause of children, girls, women and the health sector. She also founded her own non-profit, The Creatively Inspired Life Foundation. Fagun’s aim in all of her work and passions are to inspire people, improve lives, and help effect positive change across the globe.