National, 26th February 2026: 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.
Please find below the full list of winners:
| Winners | Award Category |
| Celebrity Winners | |
| Chitrangda Singh | BIG Impact Creator – Excellence in Cinema |
| Boman Irani | BIG Impact Creator – Best Director OTT Original Film |
| Shehnaaz Gill | BIG Impact Creator – Most Stylish and outstanding Performer |
| Karan Tacker | BIG Impact Creator – OTT Power Performer |
| Vishal Jethwa | BIG Impact Creator – New-Age Cinema Star of the year |
| Heli Daruwala | BIG Impact Creator-Youngest Enterprenuer of the year |
| Medha Rana | BIG Impact Creator – Emerging Star of the Yea |
| Suparn S. Verma | BIG Impact Creator – Visionary Director of the Year |
| Harman Baweja | BIG Impact Creator – Powerful Storyteller of the Year |
| Ashnoor Kaur | BIG Impact Creator – Youth Icon of the Year |
| Anya Singh | BIG Impact Creator – Breakthrough Performer of the Year |
| Nidhi Dutta | BIG Impact Creator – Impactful Producer of the Year |
| Parthiv Gohil & Manasi Parekh | BIG Impact Creator – Creative Visionaries of the Year |
| Rithvik Dhanjani | BIG Impact Creator – Emerging Brand Entrepreneur of the Year |
| Nandish Singh Sandhu | BIG Impact Creator – Breakthrough Performance of the Year |
| Rajat Bedi | BIG Impact Creator – Legacy Performer of the Year |
| Shiv Thakare | BIG Impact Creator – Reality Star of the Year |
| Sanjana Sanghi | BIG Impact Creator – Young Achiever of the Year |
| Industry Winners | |
| ANUVED | BIG Impact Creator as Innovative Leader in Reviving Traditions |
| Macleod Pharmaceuticals | BIG Impact Creator in Awarness for Protein Nutrition |
| V B Group | BIG Impact Creator as the most Admired Developer in MMR |
| Godress Pharma | BIG Impact Creator in Maternal Health & Fetal Brain Development |
| R Hapi Brewing Company | BIG Impact Creator as the Most Unique Family Bar and Restaurant in Mumbai |
| Woodstock Acres Villa Resort | BIG Impact creator as Best Wedding Destination and Business Event in Mumbai |
| Silverador Resort Club | BIG Impact creator in Resorts and Destination Wedding in Mumbai |
| Three Sparks Media And Entertainment Pvt. | BIG Impact Creator as a Creative Visionary Agency Entertainment |
| Adi Corporation | BIG Impact Creator as a Dominant Player in Marbles and Granite 2026 – Pune |
| Bhawani Jewellers | BIG Impact Creator as Best Jewellery Store – Thane |
| Auffullen | BIG Impact Awards in – Health – Holistic Nutritional Supplements |
| Aryan Shakti International | BIG Impact Creator in Natural Health & Wellness |
| Rilox EV | BIG Impact Creator – Fastest Growing Brand in Sustainable Urban Mobility & EV lnnovation |
| Adamantine jewellery | BIG Impact Creator – Most Innovative Luxury Brand for Bespoke Craftsmanship & Diamond Artistry |
| Dr. Sambit Das | BIG Impact Creator in the category of: Leadership in Diabetes Prevention, Management, & Endocrinology mentorship |
| Dr. Rohit Luthra | BIG Impact Creator in the category of: Leadership & Innovation in Robotic joint replacement and Arthroscopy surgery |
| Dr. Yogini Firake | BIG Impact Creator in the category of: Maternal Health & Fetal Brain Development |
| Dr. Krushna Borkar | BIG Impact Creator in the category of: Maternal Health & Fetal Brain Development |
| DR MRS VIJAYLAXMI GANORKAR | BIG Impact Creator in the category of: High Risk Pregnancy and Patient Education Programs |
| DR UMESH MITTAL | BIG Impact Creator in the category of: General Medicine & Internal Medicine |
| Roswalt Realty | BIG Impact Creator in Realty for Excellence in On Time Delivery |
| BSE India | BIG Impact awards for integrated investor awareness campaign in capital markets |
| Velaire Perfumes | BIG Impact Creator In Luxury Perfume (D2C) |
| Executive Spaces Pvt Ltd | Category – Excellence in Affordable Coworking & Managed Office Solutions |
| Karan Bothara | BIG Impact Fashion Icon |
| Mr. Mritunjay Kumar | BIG Impact Creator in Healthcare Innovation – Fertility |
| Mahavitran | BIG Impact Creator – Mahavitaran for Highest Number of Smart Meter Installed in the country |
| Woodapple Media | Fastest Growing Outdoor Advertising Agency |
| Exhicon | Innovations in Exhibitions structures |
