Leadership Lessons from Bollywood
Cinema, Strategy & Success
Learn Leadership Through the Stories That Inspired Millions
Great leaders are not shaped by theory alone—they are inspired by stories, experiences, and powerful examples. Bollywood has produced some of the most memorable characters who have demonstrated vision, courage, resilience, teamwork, innovation, and purpose.
Leadership Lessons from Bollywood is a unique experiential learning workshop by FORE Centre for Political Leadership & Governance (FCPLG) that combines the magic of cinema with practical leadership development. Through iconic Bollywood films, interactive discussions, leadership simulations, and reflective exercises, participants will discover how cinematic storytelling can transform the way they think, communicate, and lead.
Whether you are a corporate professional, entrepreneur, student, educator, or aspiring leader, this workshop offers practical leadership insights that can be applied immediately in your professional and personal journey.
Why Leadership Through Bollywood?
Cinema reflects real-life challenges, emotions, decision-making, teamwork, and human behaviour. Every memorable story carries valuable lessons on leadership, resilience, communication, innovation, and purpose.
This workshop transforms popular Bollywood narratives into engaging learning experiences that help participants:
- Develop strategic thinking
- Improve communication skills
- Strengthen emotional intelligence
- Enhance decision-making abilities
- Build resilient leadership qualities
- Discover their authentic leadership style
Learning becomes enjoyable, memorable, and highly practical through storytelling and interactive participation.
Workshop Objectives
The programme is designed to help participants:
- Decode leadership principles from iconic Bollywood films
- Develop strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
- Enhance communication and people management capabilities
- Build emotional intelligence and resilience
- Foster innovation and creative thinking
- Understand purpose-driven leadership
- Identify and strengthen individual leadership styles
Key Learning Outcomes
By the end of the workshop, participants will gain practical insights into:
- Leadership under pressure
- Team building and collaboration
- Strategic planning and execution
- Goal setting and self-discipline
- Negotiation and conflict resolution
- Motivation and resilience
- Emotional intelligence and empathy
- Innovation and creativity
- Purpose-driven leadership
- Personal leadership effectiveness
Leadership Themes Through Bollywood
Participants will explore leadership concepts through some of Bollywood’s most iconic films.
Bollywood Film | Leadership Lesson |
Lagaan | Leadership Under Pressure |
3 Idiots | Innovation & Continuous Learning |
Guru | Entrepreneurship & Ownership |
Lakshya | Goal Clarity & Self-Discipline |
Swades | Purpose-Driven Leadership |
Dangal | Coaching, Mentorship & Excellence |
These cinematic examples make leadership concepts relatable, engaging, and easy to apply in real-world situations.
The MOVIES Framework for Leadership Excellence
A special highlight of the workshop is the MOVIES Framework, developed by Dr. Umesh Sharma, which uses Bollywood storytelling as a powerful leadership model.
MOVIES stands for:
M – Master
Focus on Excellence
O – Original
Think Creatively
V – Visionary
Build a Clear Vision
I – Innovative
Embrace New Ideas
E – Energetic
Lead with Passion and Enthusiasm
S – Strategic
Plan, Execute and Deliver Results
This framework helps participants connect leadership theory with practical workplace applications.
Workshop Methodology
The programme follows an engaging and experiential learning approach through:
- Film clip analysis
- Interactive discussions
- Leadership simulations
- Group activities
- Case-based learning
- Reflection exercises
- Personal action planning
- Team engagement activities
Participants learn by observing, discussing, analysing, and applying leadership principles in real-world scenarios.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is ideal for:
- Corporate Professionals
- Public Sector Professionals
- Government Officials
- Entrepreneurs & Startup Founders
- HR & Learning Professionals
- Team Leaders & Managers
- Media Professionals & Journalists
- Educators & Trainers
- Students aspiring for leadership roles
- Professionals seeking career growth and personal development
Meet Our Expert Faculty
Prof. (Dr.) Abhay Anand Tiwari
Chief Executive Officer, FCPLG
An acclaimed leadership expert, psychologist, and public policy professional with over 21 years of experience in leadership development, organisational behaviour, executive education, and institutional transformation. A Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA), UK, he has mentored thousands of professionals and future leaders across academia, industry, and public institutions.
Dr. Umesh Sharma
A distinguished psychologist, management educator, author, and leadership trainer with more than four decades of experience in psychology, leadership development, emotional intelligence, stress management, and organisational effectiveness. Creator of the MOVIES Framework, he has trained professionals across India’s leading public and private sector organisations.
Ms. Haneet Bhasin Vohra
A renowned communication strategist, entrepreneur, and leadership coach with over 30 years of experience in leadership communication, executive presence, marketing, and influence. Her practical approach enables leaders to communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact.
Prof. Rohan Sarma
A leading expert in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), sustainability, responsible business, and social impact. With extensive experience advising governments, businesses, and development organisations, he brings valuable perspectives on purpose-driven leadership and sustainable growth.
Programme Schedule
Date: 22 July 2026
Time | Session |
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM | Registration & Welcome |
10:00 AM – 10:20 AM | Inaugural Session |
10:20 AM – 11:15 AM | Leadership & Vision Through Bollywood Cinema |
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Team Building & Motivation |
12:30 PM – 1:15 PM | Interactive Activities & Reflection |
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Communication & Conflict Resolution |
3:15 PM – 3:45 PM | MOVIES Framework for Leadership Excellence |
3:45 PM – 4:00 PM | Closing Reflections & Certificate Distribution |
Workshop Details
Date: 22 July 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Venue:
FORE Centre for Political Leadership & Governance (FCPLG)
Address:- A-16, Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi 110067
Participation Fee
₹12,500 + 18% GST per participant
The Fee Includes
- Full-day workshop participation
- Learning material and workshop kit
- Certificate of Participation
- Networking Lunch
- Tea & Refreshments
- Networking opportunities with professionals and leaders
Why Choose This Workshop?
Unlike traditional leadership programmes, this workshop combines entertainment with experiential learning, making complex leadership concepts easy to understand and remember.
What Makes It Unique?
- Leadership learning through Bollywood storytelling
- Practical and engaging experiential methodology
- Real-world management applications
- Interactive learning environment
- Expert multidisciplinary faculty
- Action-oriented leadership tools
- Immediate workplace relevance
- Memorable learning experience
Register Today
Discover how iconic Bollywood stories can help you become a more confident, strategic, and inspiring leader.
Whether you aspire to lead teams, organisations, public institutions, or entrepreneurial ventures, Leadership Lessons from Bollywood offers an engaging learning experience that transforms cinematic inspiration into real-world leadership excellence.
Movies Move Minds. Leadership Shapes Futures.
Join FCPLG and experience where Bollywood meets Leadership.