A video that has gone viral shows biopharma pioneer Kiran Mazumdar Shaw and author-philanthropist Sudha Murty dancing with abandon at a family wedding in Bengaluru, sending users into raptures across social media.
The viral clip captured the two iconic Indian stalwarts, both in their 70s, showcasing incredible energy while enthusiastically dancing to vibrant dhol beats during the baraat (groom’s procession) of Kiran Shaw’s nephew Eric Mazumdar, son of her brother Ravi.
The video was shared by entrepreneur and politician Anil Shetty, who wrote in an admiring note, "Ignore my dance steps—I was so happy to see two seventy-plus years young with so much energy."
The infectious joy of the two prominent women quickly won people’s hearts everywhere. Social media comments flooded, stating how much spirit and vitality they had. Comments like, "Great to see two powerful women entrepreneurs dancing like kids," and "Those two women are truly inspiring for both men and women." It was one of those few rare, beautiful moments that reminded us that age is indeed just a number when it comes to the celebration of life.
The wedding of Eric Mazumdar with his bride, Ashley Pournamdari, was a grand affair at the Taj West End in Bengaluru and was attended by other high-profile guests, too, such as the Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, DK Shivakumar.
Beyond that swinging dance, the wedding celebrated the talented groom. Based in the US, Eric Mazumdar is an Assistant Professor of Computing and Mathematical Sciences and Economics at the widely reputed California Institute of Technology or Caltech. He has a Ph.D. from the University of California Berkeley and a Bachelor's degree from MIT. Since November 2021, he has been a Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director on the board of Biocon Limited. This video, portraying two of India’s most powerful icons sharing in such sheer joy at a personal moment, has resonated deeply and afforded a beautiful glimpse into their warmth and colourful personalities.
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