Bollywood actor Sanjay Mishra inaugurates media fest at LPU

Xpressions 2025, the annual media fest organised by the School of Liberal and Creative Arts (Journalism) unfolded at Lovely Professional University (LPU). The grand event was inaugurated by renowned Bollywood actor Sanjay Mishra and drew over 4,000 enthusiastic students from more than 40 universities across India.

With more than 400 students actively participating in events like the media quiz, film screening, photography, short film, RJ hunt, anchor hunt, Ad-mad show and reels competition, the fest became a platform to showcase some of the finest creative and journalistic talents from across the country.

Sanjay Mishra, celebrated for his distinctive and impactful roles in Indian cinema, engaged the audience with a candid and inspiring address. Sharing his personal journey, he emphasised the value of resilience, creative freedom and the pursuit of knowledge. “I urge you all to think big, because what you think is what you will do.” Reflecting on his career, Mishra spoke candidly about moments of gratitude, challenges on set and the emotional highs and lows that shaped him, reminding students that, “Life is life because of the bad and the good, just happiness alone cannot define it.” He answered questions from students with warmth and wit, encouraging aspiring storytellers to embrace both challenges and triumphs in their creative pursuits.

LPU Pro-Chancellor Dr Rashmi Mittal, shared the educational significance of such initiatives.