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🎤 Keynote Speaker at The Business Show – 10 Years On! ✨
Tuesday 22nd April 2025: 11.10am Keynote Speaker at Europe’s largest Business Show: The Business...
💃 Bollywood Dance Brings Hyde Together at Social on the Square🕺
✨ What an unforgettable day it has been! As a special guest at Hyde’s vibrant Social on the Square event, I had the honour of representing Ri Ri’s Dance Academy and showcasing the energy and magic of Bollywood dance in the heart of Tameside 🎉
📰🎭 Manchester Evening News 🐒🗞️
Scrolling back to September 2021 always brings a smile to my face 😄. It was a time when Ri Ri’s Dance Academy and I, Ria Meera Munshi, were proudly featured in the Manchester Evening News 📰 for our children’s touring theatre production, 🌈 Sue & Sita 🎊 The article captured an incredible journey, and I’m delighted to share some reflections about that special time.
Reflecting on an Extraordinary Milestone: Featured in ‘100 Women Stories’ 🌟📚
Today, on this late Monday afternoon, as I sit and reflect on my journey, a truly unforgettable moment springs to mind—March 2019 🗓️✨. That was the month when I, Dr Ria Meera Munshi, had the incredible honour of being featured in the inspiring book 100 Women Stories by Gulnaz Brennan 💕🙌. This phenomenal collection celebrates the achievements of 100 extraordinary women from diverse backgrounds 🌏🌈—and I had the privilege of being part of it! 🥰💐
Timeless Elegance and Cultural Connection: Wearing My Nani’s Sari 🥻✨
This Sunday, as I wrapped myself in my Nani’s gorgeous sari, I couldn’t help but feel an overwhelming sense of serenity, safety, and calm 🤎🩷🤎. There’s something about wearing this timeless, classic Indian fashion that makes me feel deeply connected to my roots and heritage 🌏💖. My Nani’s sari is more than just a piece of clothing—it’s a legacy, a story, and a comforting embrace across time 🕰️✨.
🔥 Dr Ria Meera Munshi: Bringing Bollywood to Tameside’s Social on the Square!
Good morning, everyone! I’m absolutely buzzing to share some exciting news with you all. I’ve been featured in the Tameside Reporter as a special guest for the upcoming Social on the Square event in Tameside. 🙏🥳🤩
🎭💃 From Soap Operas to Stages: How Choreography Brings Stories to Life ✨🐘
✈️ Two years ago, I was literally flying through my role as a dance choreographer and movement director for Ri Ri’s Dance Academy’s children’s touring theatre production, “The Dancing Elephant.” 🐘✨ It was an incredible project where every step of the choreography was carefully crafted to bring the emotion of the story to life 🎭💖 and create a lasting connection with the audience. 🎶👣
6️⃣ years ago – Salford Business School – Enterprise Week! 🥳
Six years ago, I had the privilege to sit on the 🎤 Enterprise Panel for The University of Salford during their 📚 first-ever Enterprise Week, as I represented my Manchester Bollywood Guinness World Record Breaking company, Ri Ri’s Dance Academy. It was a truly remarkable experience, one that stands out in my journey as an advocate for innovation and entrepreneurship.
🎉Salford Ceremonial Mayor’s Charity Ball – Invite💙💛
Last night, I had the pleasure of attending the Salford Ceremonial Mayor’s Charity Ball at the Salford Community Stadium
💃🏼 Embracing the Journey: My Life as a Multi-Hyphenate Cultural Entrepreneur 🎬
Being a multi-hyphenate cultural entrepreneur has been an extraordinary journey for me, and every step has been fuelled by passion ❤️, resilience 💪, and creativity 🎨. I’m Dr Ria Meera Munshi, and I’ve dedicated my life to celebrating and preserving Indian culture through the arts, while embracing a multitude of roles that keep me constantly inspired.
🏛️ House of Lords – “It Starts in Salford” Celebration! 🌟📚
This week, I had the absolute honour of attending the “It Starts in Salford” celebration at the prestigious House of Lords.
🥳Business trip to LONDON: A Modelling Adventure💃
I am delighted to share some highlights from my modelling shoot at the stunning The Garden at 120.
📽️ Film Premiere 🎥 #Santosh🍿
🍿 This evening, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the premiere of the BAFTA-nominated film “Santosh”, and it was simply INCREDIBLE! The film is set to release in UK cinemas on 21st March 2025.
🎤 Keynote Speaker & Panellist: International Women’s Day at Manchester Uni🩷
💫This evening, I had the honour of being a keynote speaker and panellist at the International Women’s Day Celebration hosted by ResLife and The University of Manchester. This year’s theme, #AccelerateAction, was a powerful call to inspire swift and decisive steps towards gender equality. This was my second Keynote Speaker event for IWD2025! 🤩