Experiential Designer and art director
Aaquib Wani, Forbes 30 Under 30 for Design ’21, is a self-taught experiential designer and art director with creative expertise across spaces, festivals, sets, interiors, interactive installations, weddings, and graphic design. Drawing from his Kashmiri heritage and upbringing in New Delhi, he blends traditional influences with contemporary aesthetics to create immersive visual narratives. With no formal training in design, he began as an intern for a music magazine and went on to master both 2D and 3D design, especially within spatial environments. Through his studio, Aaquib Wani Design, he has worked with global and Indian brands including Apple Beats, Lollapalooza, NBA, India Cricket Team, Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre x Natural History Museum, JSW (for Olympics 2024 and Asian Games 2023), United Nations, Spotify, adidas, Coca Cola, MG Motors, Nestle, Ranveer Singh, Tira, Ritu Kumar, Serendipity Arts Festival 2022, RedFM, Levi's, Phoenix Malls, Gas, Fastrack, Superdry, Bacardi NH7 Weekender, PVR, Tamras Gin, Rajasthan Royals, Johnnie Walker, Budweiser, Glenfiddich, Jaywalking, Almost Gods, DesignxDesign, Cosmopolitan, and Anjul Bhandari. The studio also designed special-edition shoes for Rohit Sharma (IPL 2021 & 2022) and his adidas collection. Aaquib was also Art Director for Isha Ambani’s sangeet in Udaipur and Akash Ambani’s wedding in Mumbai.
Aaquib Wani, Alicia Souza, Jayesh Sachdev & Santanu Hazarika in conversation with Anant Ahuja
What is the festival all about?
IFP is a multi-staged creativity & culture festival that happens across two days with more than 180+ prominent creators from Films & OTT, Digital, Literature & Writing, Music, Design & Art, Storytelling, Audio & Podcasting, Photography, Tech & Gaming, Comedy, Culture, Advertising and Performing arts who will participate in various Conversations, Panels, Workshops, Masterclasses, Live Performances, and AMAs.
Are there any hidden charges?
No, only GST will be levied on the tickets as per the government’s rules and regulations.
When and where is the festival happening?
The festival is scheduled to take place on-ground in Mumbai on December 6th & 7th, 2025.
Is the festival accessible for People of Determination?
Yes, IFP is an all-inclusive and accessible festival. We will be tying up with an accessibility management agency to ensure the same.
Can I attend all the sessions?
Yes, you will have access to all the sessions taking place across all 2 days. However Stage entry and seating will be on a first come first serve basis.
Where can I buy tickets?
The tickets are available on all the major Ticketing Platforms and on IFP’s Website. Click here to buy the tickets.
Will there be an award ceremony for the challenges?
Yes, the winners of all the challenges of IFP will be awarded during the festival. Kindly check the schedule regarding the same.
What will be the timings of the festival?
The first session on October 12 & 13, 2024 (i.e. Saturday and Sunday) will start at 10am and the last session will end at 9pm.
I’m a member of the media? How do I make arrangements for a media pass?
You can fill-up the form with relevant details and request for media invite.
Wow, there are lots of artists taking sessions! Will I get to personally interact with them?
There is no guarantee, however, you could plan for the questions you would want to ask in the event and if you are lucky, you will get an opportunity to ask them.
Will there be food at the venue?
Yes, there will be a food zone at the festival.
Will there be parking at the venue?
No, there will be no parking available at the venue.
Is there any age limit/rule?
No. The festival is open to all ages.
How do I become a Sponsor?
Please mail us at [email protected]
What is your ticket policy?
Tickets are purchased online through our (platform) and on-ground on festival days. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
What are some of the general measures that ensure safety in all forms at the festival?
Harassment, abuse , stalking, threatening or defaming/ violating any rights (right to privacy and publicity) is not allowed and will be taken seriously. Attendees are not allowed to carry any harmful substances, weapons or arms of any kind.