TEDxOakridge Gachibowli

Speakers

Speakers may not be confirmed. Check the event website for the latest lineup.

• Aripra Sharma

  Student

  Aripra is an IBDP student at Chirec, studying Maths AA, Economics and Physics as her Higher Levels. Off stage, she’s usually rewatching Brooklyn 99 for the fifth time or blasting Green Day like it's her life motto. Ask her what she identifies with most and there’s a high chance she’ll throw a John Green quote your way: "I go to seek a great perhaps." As an avid monologuer at heart, Aripra is genuinely excited to bring a talk to life on a theme she relates to more than she probably should.

• Dr. Ramya Sri Gunturu

  International Magician, Psychologist, Educator & Life skills trainer

  Dr. Ramya Sri Gunturu is an international magician, psychologist, educator, life skills trainer and world record holder who has dedicated her life to using the art of magic as a medium for learning, awareness and transformation. A triple postgraduate with degrees in Commerce, Psychology and Human Resource Management, She is the only woman in the world to receive an Honorary Doctorate in Magic at the age of 19. She holds a Limca Book of Records recognition for performing a 12-hour non-stop magic marathon promoting social causes and has received numerous National and International honours, including the Keerthi Puraskaram from the Government of Telangana and the Ugadi Puraskaram from Madras Telugu Academy. Blending Psychology with illusion, Ramya challenges audiences to rethink perception, question assumptions, and discover the extraordinary hidden with the ordinary.

• Mr. Muhammed Madani

  Founder & Managing Director ABC Group

  Mr. Muhammed Madani is a prominent entrepreneur and the Founder and Chairman of ABC Group, established in 1998. With operations across multiple countries, the group has built a strong presence in the building materials industry, including ceramics, tiles, sanitaryware, and related products. Under his leadership, ABC Group has expanded across diverse sectors including retail, manufacturing, distribution, imports, exports, projects, and e-commerce. Driven by the vision of “Helping people transform their world,” Mr. Madani continues to inspire through his entrepreneurial journey, leadership, and commitment to innovation and growth.

• Reyaan Aditya Villa

  Student

  Reyaan Aditya Villa is an IBDP-1 student at Oakridge, with a strong interest in finance, business, technology, and creating meaningful social impact. He also enjoys cricket, leadership, theatre, and Model United Nations. He is a supporter of Sunrisers Hyderabad and enjoys both playing and following the sport. He is particularly interested in understanding different perspectives and using communication to connect with others. Through his TEDx talk, he hopes to explore ideas and encourage the audience to question their thoughts and look beyond the labels within every person.

• Saisha Kodali

  Student

  Saisha Kodali is an IBDP Year 2 student at UWC ISAK Japan taking Higher Level Physics, Mathematics AA, and Computer Science. Aside from the obvious interest in technology, mechanics, algorithms, and all things math, she's just as interested in debating politics, gender rights, economic policies, or sports. An avid reader, lifelong cricket fan, and Formula 1 enthusiast, she loves conversations that challenge assumptions and spark new ideas. As the organizer of TEDxISAK and through her work with Rohingya refugees in Malaysia and Thailand, she's developed a deep appreciation for diverse perspectives and lived experiences. In her TEDx talk, she's excited to bring a fresh perspective to the thoughts and conversations we often take for granted.

• Sree Naithik Reddy Rakasi

  Student

  Naithik Reddy is an IB MYP - 5 student who is passionate about making progressive changes to the world. He is an enthusiast in economics and astronomy, and one day wants to help build a spaceship that is capable of travelling at the speed of light. A confident public speaker and a creative thinker, Naithik actively engages in community service and was once an IB PYP Secretariat. Besides his academic achievements, he loves to play Pokémon and the Zelda games, as they allow him to express his creativity in a whole new way. He has won multiple basketball tournaments, earned five spelling bee titles and led an NGO initiative that helped empower education in government schools. He’s thrilled to be this year’s student speaker and aims to spread meaning through his talk.