Actress Kubbra Sait, riding high on the success of her latest web series ‘Sankalp’, took a nostalgic trip down memory lane at the 16th IAA Olive Crown Awards, sharing how the event mirrors her 16-year transformation in Mumbai’s glitzy industry.
Portraying the resilient DSP Parveen Sheikh in ‘Sankalp’—a tribute to a true-blue cop devoted to duty—has fans raving. Yet, it was her Instagram post from the awards that captured widespread attention, blending glamour with genuine reflection.
’16 years ago, I came to Mumbai,’ began Sait in her caption alongside event snaps. She recalled hosting the awards’ second edition in 2011, a pinnacle moment in her nascent career. Her longstanding involvement with IAA’s core committee laid the foundation for her rise.
Returning as a guest felt like poetry. The stage, she said, has seen her trials, errors, learning curves, and voice-finding journey. Shoutouts went to key figures—Swami Sir, Ramesh Sir, JD, Megha Tata—for keeping the platform welcoming and authentic, environments that propel personal betterment.
Olive Crown stands out for honoring visionaries who innovate creatively for societal good. Sait expressed how it consistently motivates her, instilling a sense of purpose and belonging in the fight for progress.
The evening peaked emotionally at Taj Lands End. Spotting ‘guest’ on her card hit home: her circle was complete. Hugs and affection enveloped her, solidifying her place in that influential circle.
True to form, Sait grabbed the mic for a quirky query: ‘Do mangroves regrow?’ It highlighted her comfort to question and her chief-guest-like curiosity bubbling over.
‘You’ve called me back home,’ she signed off gratefully. This poignant narrative not only celebrates Sait’s achievements but also spotlights IAA’s role in fostering India’s creative leaders.
