Women of Music India (WoMI), the not-for-profit initiative founded by media advisor and entrepreneur Priyanka Khimani, concluded the second edition of its flagship identity-building experience, PWR Pose, in Mumbai. The event brought together over 120 creators, emerging talent, executives, educators, and industry leaders, making it one of the most purpose-driven community gatherings in India’s creative sector.
Held at Shutterbox, Excel Entertainment’s premier visual production space, PWR Pose 2.0 continued its mission of strengthening identity, confidence, and visibility for women across India’s music ecosystem. This edition expanded its reach further by including young talent and educators from underserved communities.
At the heart of the experience was WoMI’s focus on visibility, self-expression, and access. Participants received professional headshots shot by photographer Aniruddh Kothari and his team, complemented by styling and glam by Komal Sahijwani and her HMUA crew. The environment was designed to empower emerging artists, executives, and young creatives to present their most confident and authentic selves.
One of the standout highlights of the evening was WoMI’s impactful collaboration with The Dharavi Dream Project (TDDP). Their dynamic performances and community-led activations brought depth, purpose, and cultural resonance to the event, underscoring the importance of inclusive and community-first programming.
This year also saw the participation of teachers from The Sound Space, broadening the event’s inclusivity. By welcoming not only young performers but also the educators shaping their journeys, PWR Pose 2.0 celebrated a wider ecosystem of creativity and mentorship.
Across the evening, curated photography, backstage interactions, mentoring exchanges, and community storytelling fostered meaningful connections. The event moved beyond traditional networking, creating a space rooted in genuine dialogue and shared purpose.
What began as a professional headshot initiative has now grown into a cultural movement. The integration of community groups, educators, young creators, and industry allies demonstrated a renewed model of representation in action. PWR Pose 2.0 reinforced WoMI’s mission to widen access, strengthen pathways for women and young talent, and build a future where confidence, visibility, and opportunity are available to all.
Commenting on the impact of the edition, Priyanka Khimani, Founder of WoMI, said: “This year, PWR Pose became bigger in meaning, and not just scale. By collaborating with grassroots organisations and bringing upcoming talent and educators into industry spaces, we are reshaping what access can, and should, look like. These are voices that deserve to be seen, heard, and supported as they step into creative careers.”
With thoughtful curation, intentional partnerships, and a deeply community-centric approach, PWR Pose 2.0 reflected WoMI’s role as a catalyst for representation, empowerment, and equitable opportunity. The edition leaves a lasting cultural imprint—demonstrating how visibility paired with belonging can transform creative futures.
