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|}'''Basharat Abbas''' (born 25 October 1985) is an Indian entrepreneur, brand architect, and communication strategist. He is the founder and chief executive officer (CEO) of Enthusionz, a marketing and digital communications agency headquartered in Bangalore, India. Basharat has been the brand architect for more than 350 brands worldwide—guiding them through the complexities of strategy, and storytelling in a fast-changing digital landscape. He is also known for his long-standing association with Pinkathon, India’s largest women’s wellness movement by bollywood actor and fitness icon Milind Soman, where he has overseen social and brand strategy since its inception.
'''Basharat Abass''' (born 25 October 1985) is an [[wikipedia:India|Indian]] entrepreneur, brand architect, and communication strategist. He is the founder and CEO of Enthusionz, a [[wikipedia:Bangalore|Bangalore]]-based marketing and digital communications agency. Abass has led branding and storytelling for over 350 companies across sectors including healthcare, fintech, education, real estate, and social impact.
In 2018, he was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award by IFA and recently was recognised among India’s “40 Under 40” emerging leaders.


He is also known for his long-standing association with '''Pinkathon''', [[wikipedia:India|India]]'s largest women’s wellness movement, founded by [[wikipedia:Milind Soman|Milind Soman]], where he has overseen brand strategy across more than 36 cities. In 2018, he was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award by the '''Innovative Film Academy'''. He was recently listed among [[wikipedia:India|India]]’s “40 Under 40” emerging leaders.
== Early life and education ==
Basharat was born in [[Anantnag]], Jammu and Kashmir, into a family dedicated to education. Both of his parents were teachers, and he is the youngest among three siblings—his elder sisters being a doctor and a scientist, respectively.


== Early Life and Education ==
Demonstrating a passion for research from a young age, one of his innovations, a device to generate electricity from weeds, was selected for the '''National Register of Grassroot Innovations''' by the National Innovation Foundation, and he had the opportunity to meet India’s ex President and renowned Scientist  Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam  
Born in [[wikipedia:Anantnag|Anantnag]], [[wikipedia:Jammu and Kashmir (union territory)|Jammu and Kashmir]], Basharat comes from a family of educators. He is the youngest of three siblings, with his sisters being a doctor and a scientist. As a young innovator, he created a device to generate electricity from weeds, which was recognized by the National Innovation Foundation and earned him a personal meeting with [[wikipedia:A. P. J. Abdul Kalam|Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam]].


He studied at IMI in Anantnag, earned a B.Sc. in Biotechnology from [[wikipedia:Bangalore University|Bangalore University]], and completed his PGDM from '''Kirloskar Institute of Management'''. At Kirloskar, he founded the institute’s first Brand Club, gaining the nickname "Brand Man."
He completed his schooling at IMI in Anantnag, pursued a B.Sc. in Biotechnology from Bangalore University through Brindavan College, and later earned a Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) from the '''Kirloskar Institute of Management'''. At Kirloskar, he founded the institute’s first Brand Club and became known among peers as the "Brand Man" for his focus on branding.


== Career ==
== Career ==
In 2011, Basharat launched '''Enthusionz''', a digital marketing and brand consultancy. Under his leadership, the agency has shaped the branding of over 350 clients globally.
In 2011, Basharat founded '''Enthusionz''', a full-service marketing and brand communications agency particularly focusing on the digital landscape. As CEO, he has led the firm in developing brand strategies for over 350 organizations across industries such as healthcare, education, fintech, consumer goods, real estate, and social impact.


In 2018, he was honored with a '''Lifetime Achievement Award''' at the Innovative International Film Festival by the Innovative Film Academy for his impact on creative branding in film and entertainment.
In 2018, Basharat received a '''Lifetime Achievement Award''' from the '''Innovative Film Academy''' at the Innovative International Film Festival for his influence on brand evolution within the entertainment and creative sectors.


=== Work with Pinkathon ===
=== Work with Pinkathon ===
Basharat is a key figure behind the branding of '''Pinkathon''', led by fitness icon [[wikipedia:Milind Soman|Milind Soman]]. Since its inception, he has developed its visual identity, digital presence, and communication strategy across [[wikipedia:India|India]], making it a nationwide symbol of women’s health empowerment.
One of Basharat’s most prominent roles has been his decade-long association with '''Pinkathon''', India’s largest women's wellness movement, founded by actor Milind Soman. Since Pinkathon’s inception, Basharat has led its brand strategy across 36+ events, playing a critical role in shaping it as a movement centered around women's fitness and empowerment.


== Speaking Engagements ==
== Speaking and Thought Leadership ==
As a public speaker and mentor, Basharat has presented at branding summits, business forums, and academic institutions. He introduced the leadership concept of the ''3 P’s of Life – Purpose, Passion, and Persistence'' during a university convocation.
Basharat is a sought-after speaker at different advertising and branding summits, entrepreneurship forums, and academic institutions. In one of the convocation addresses he introduced his leadership framework: ''The 3 P’s of Life – Purpose, Passion, and Persistence''


== Personal Life ==
== Personal life ==
Based in [[wikipedia:Bangalore|Bangalore]], [[wikipedia:India|India]], Basharat is passionate about trekking, nature, and promoting innovation among youth. He actively supports startups and social entrepreneurship.
Basharat Abass currently resides in Bangalore, India. In addition to his professional pursuits, he is a nature person, trekker and advocate for youth innovation, and entrepreneurship.


== External Links ==
== External links ==
 
* [https://www.enthusionz.com Official website]
* [https://www.enthusionz.com Official Website]
* Basharat Abbas on [https://www.instagram.com/zargarbasharat Instagram]
* Basharat Abass on [https://www.instagram.com/zargarbasharat Instagram]
* Basharat Abbas on [https://www.facebook.com/share/1aT1ri85e3/?mibextid=wwXIfr Facebook]
* Basharat Abass on [https://www.facebook.com/share/1aT1ri85e3/?mibextid=wwXIfr Facebook]
* Basharat Abbas on [https://www.linkedin.com/in/zargarbasharat LinkedIn]
* Basharat Abass on [https://www.linkedin.com/in/zargarbasharat LinkedIn]
* Basharat Abbas on [https://x.com/bazargar Twitter]
* Basharat Abass on [https://x.com/bazargar Twitter]


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Revision as of 17:18, 6 August 2025

Basharat Abass
Basharat Abass
Born 25 October 1985, Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir, India
Nationality Indian
Occupation Entrepreneur, Brand Architect
Years active 2011–present
Education
  • B.Sc. in Biotechnology – Brindavan College, Bangalore University
  • PGDM – Kirloskar Institute of Management
Known for Founder & CEO of Enthusionz

Branding Head for Pinkathon

Awards
  • Lifetime Achievement Award – IFA (2018)
  • India’s “40 Under 40” Emerging Leaders
Residence Bangalore, India
Website Enthusionz.com

Basharat Abbas (born 25 October 1985) is an Indian entrepreneur, brand architect, and communication strategist. He is the founder and chief executive officer (CEO) of Enthusionz, a marketing and digital communications agency headquartered in Bangalore, India. Basharat has been the brand architect for more than 350 brands worldwide—guiding them through the complexities of strategy, and storytelling in a fast-changing digital landscape. He is also known for his long-standing association with Pinkathon, India’s largest women’s wellness movement by bollywood actor and fitness icon Milind Soman, where he has overseen social and brand strategy since its inception.

In 2018, he was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award by IFA and recently was recognised among India’s “40 Under 40” emerging leaders.

Early life and education

Basharat was born in Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir, into a family dedicated to education. Both of his parents were teachers, and he is the youngest among three siblings—his elder sisters being a doctor and a scientist, respectively.

Demonstrating a passion for research from a young age, one of his innovations, a device to generate electricity from weeds, was selected for the National Register of Grassroot Innovations by the National Innovation Foundation, and he had the opportunity to meet India’s ex President and renowned Scientist Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

He completed his schooling at IMI in Anantnag, pursued a B.Sc. in Biotechnology from Bangalore University through Brindavan College, and later earned a Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) from the Kirloskar Institute of Management. At Kirloskar, he founded the institute’s first Brand Club and became known among peers as the "Brand Man" for his focus on branding.

Career

In 2011, Basharat founded Enthusionz, a full-service marketing and brand communications agency particularly focusing on the digital landscape. As CEO, he has led the firm in developing brand strategies for over 350 organizations across industries such as healthcare, education, fintech, consumer goods, real estate, and social impact.

In 2018, Basharat received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Innovative Film Academy at the Innovative International Film Festival for his influence on brand evolution within the entertainment and creative sectors.

Work with Pinkathon

One of Basharat’s most prominent roles has been his decade-long association with Pinkathon, India’s largest women's wellness movement, founded by actor Milind Soman. Since Pinkathon’s inception, Basharat has led its brand strategy across 36+ events, playing a critical role in shaping it as a movement centered around women's fitness and empowerment.

Speaking and Thought Leadership

Basharat is a sought-after speaker at different advertising and branding summits, entrepreneurship forums, and academic institutions. In one of the convocation addresses he introduced his leadership framework: The 3 P’s of Life – Purpose, Passion, and Persistence

Personal life

Basharat Abass currently resides in Bangalore, India. In addition to his professional pursuits, he is a nature person, trekker and advocate for youth innovation, and entrepreneurship.

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