GITAM traces alum journeys that made a difference in its new film

GITAM (Deemed to be University) has released a brand film that traces the journeys of a few alums whose work today makes a difference in India and beyond.

The film reflects on how their paths, shaped in part during their time at GITAM, have led them to engage with real-world challenges in public service, business and sustainability.

It features Kassey Suhita Anupam, an IPS officer serving in Bihar; Satish Natti, an engineer and founder of Gridaxon in the United States; and Goutam Surana, who leads ECO 365, an initiative working on practical solutions in water conservation.

The stories are not framed as achievements but as outcomes of steady effort and personal clarity.

Sribharat Mathukumilli, President of GITAM, said, “Transformation comes from how people respond to the world around them. At GITAM, we try to create an environment that quietly encourages people to think, act, and make a difference to the world. If the university catalysed that process, we are glad.” The film, conceptualised by creative independent MANJA and directed by Akash Bhatia from Loudmouth films, is available on GITAM’s official digital channels. It reflects on the role education can play in shaping lives that contribute meaningfully to society.

"Strategically, we were clear that we had to build this brand using real stories of transformation. But the telling of these stories had to be captivating. Which is why we started at the end. Crafting this film was a huge challenge . It was conceived of in reverse. The shots had to be planned and executed in reverse. The sound design had to be done in reverse and the music had to be composed in a way that it works both ways," says Arvind Krishnan, Founder and CEO, Manja