Our Vision
BookAChange, by BookMyShow Foundation was created with a vision to democratise access to music and the performing arts, for underprivileged individuals & communities, fostering a platform to inspire and cultivate the future trailblazers of the industry. Our goal is to establish a vibrant, culturally diverse community driven by the power of music and performance.
Our Mission
Holistic Individual
Development
We're more than just music and the performing arts. We also believe in boosting emotional, social, and intellectual strengths. Let's build responsibility, self-esteem, empathy, purpose, and resilience together.
Cultivating Excellence
Unlocking potential through expert guidance and performance
opportunities that bring
transformation.
Advocacy For
The Arts In Society
Pioneering a cultural shift that acknowledges music and the performing arts as an integral part of the human experience and universal education, whilst aiming to instil a societal value for the arts.
Our Team
Ashish Hemrajani
Promoter & Director
BookMyShow Foundation
‘We aim to create a vibrant, culturally diverse community where the power of music fosters creativity and unity’
Parikshit Dar
Promoter & Director
BookMyShow Foundation
'We hope to transform lives through music and performing arts, whilst staying committed to cultivating excellence and nurturing talent'
Farzana Cama Balpande
Head
BookMyShow Foundation
'We wish to democratise access to music, empower marginalised communities and inspire the next generation of industry trailblazers'
Ashish Hemrajani
Promoter & Director, BookMyShow Foundation
‘We aim to create a vibrant, culturally diverse community where the power of music fosters creativity and unity’
Ashish Hemrajani, Founder & CEO of Bigtree Entertainment, began his career after pursuing an MBA in Marketing from Sydenham College, Mumbai, in 1997. In 1999, he co-founded Big Tree Entertainment, launching BookMyShow in 2007. Passionate about nurturing the next generation of leaders and entrepreneurs, Ashish also finds balance through sailing, which he sees as a great leveller, embodying the BookMyShow captain-cool spirit.
Ashish Hemrajani, Founder & CEO of Bigtree Entertainment, launched BookMyShow in 2007 after founding the company in 1999. An MBA graduate from Sydenham College, he nurtures future leaders and enjoys sailing, which he finds a great leveller.
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Promoter & Director, BookMyShow Foundation
'We hope to transform lives through music and performing arts, whilst staying committed to cultivating excellence and nurturing talent'
Parikshit Dar, Co-Founder & Director of Bigtree Entertainment, pursued his MBA from Sydenham College graduating in 1997 and started his career with Dutch retailer SPAR. In 1999, he co-founded Bigtree Entertainment with Ashish and Rajesh, launching BookMyShow in 2007. A tech guru, Parikshit led the development of BookMyShow’s website and technology infrastructure. He invests in nurturing future leaders and entrepreneurs, enhancing India’s tech ecosystem.
Parikshit Dar, Co-Founder & Director of Bigtree Entertainment, pursued his MBA from Sydenham College and worked with SPAR before co-founding Bigtree in 1999. A tech guru, he helped build BookMyShow’s technology and continues to mentor future leaders.
Read LessFarzana Cama Balpande
Head, BookMyShow Foundation
'We wish to democratise access to music, empower marginalised communities and inspire the next generation of industry trailblazers'
Farzana, graduated from H.R. College, Mumbai, in 1993 with a focus on Childhood Care & Education. She established preschools and Mumbai’s first kids' gym before leading Early Childhood divisions at Kwakids Learning, the India franchisee of Kidville, Inc. (USA). In 2014, she co-founded BookASmile spearheading a decade-long legacy of social impact, evolving into BookMyShow Foundation and BookAChange. Outside philanthropy, she enjoys road trips and playing with her dogs.
Farzana, graduating from H.R. College, founded preschools and a kids' gym before leading Early Childhood at Kwakids Learning. In 2014, she co-founded BookASmile, now BookAChange. Farzana enjoys road trips and playing with her dogs.
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