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Collective Artists Network enters fine arts with Nikheel Aphale
Talent management powerhouse signs contemporary visual artist exclusively represented by Artisera.
MUMBAI: Collective Artists Network has just added a striking new stroke to its ever-expanding cultural canvas. The leading new media and talent management company has formally entered the fine arts category by signing contemporary visual artist Nikheel Aphale, who is exclusively represented by Artisera, one of India’s premier platforms for contemporary and traditional art.
This strategic expansion broadens Collective’s influential ecosystem which already spans talent management, digital creators, culture-led IPs, brand partnerships and original content into the world of fine arts. It strengthens the company’s presence across multiple layers of culture, from cinema and creators to youth platforms, consumer brands, and now contemporary visual expression.
Nikheel Aphale is part of a new generation of Indian artists whose work transforms Devanagari script into powerful visual emotions. His pieces serve as compelling vessels for global conversations around spirituality, humanity and empathy. His works are held in prominent private collections worldwide as well as corporate collections including Goldman Sachs and Google.
Speaking on the partnership, Aphale said, “India’s cultural depth is infinite and my work is an attempt to reinterpret that legacy for today’s world. Joining Collective Artists Network gives me the infrastructure and vision to take my art to wider audiences while protecting the integrity of my practice.”
Collective Artists Network co-founder & partner Dhruv Chitgopekar noted, “At Collective, we’ve always believed culture doesn’t sit in silos. Nikheel represents an exciting contemporary voice engaging with India’s rich cultural heritage through Devanagari script while speaking to a global audience.”
Artisera founder Varun Backliwal welcomed the development, “It’s encouraging to see organisations like Collective Artists Network recognising the long-term cultural and global potential of contemporary Indian art.”
As India’s art market gains greater international visibility, Collective’s move signals its intent to actively shape the evolving cultural landscape by bridging talent management with serious artistic practice.
From nurturing digital stars to now backing fine artists, Collective is proving that when it comes to culture, they’re not just collecting talent, they’re helping create the next masterpiece.
Brands
Origen Realty names Preeti Rai as president- sales & strategy
Veteran hire signals push into Gurugram market with growth ambitions
GURUGRAM: Origen Realty has appointed Preeti Rai as president for sales and strategy, as the company gears up to enter the competitive Gurugram property market.
The move brings in a seasoned industry hand with over two decades of experience across residential and commercial real estate. In her new role, she will lead the company’s sales operations and go-to-market strategy, with a focus on building a strong foothold in Gurugram and driving early momentum.
Origen Realty management said the appointment marks a key milestone in its expansion plans. Origen Realty management said the hire will help sharpen execution and strengthen the company’s sales-led growth strategy as it steps into a new market.
Preeti Rai said, “I look forward to being part of Origen Realty at a pivotal stage in its journey and contributing to building a strong presence in the Gurugram market.”
Before joining Origen Realty, she served as senior vice president for sales and marketing at Elan Group. Her career also includes stints at major developers such as DLF Universal Ltd, Today Homes and Infrastructure, Paras Buildtech Pvt Ltd and Ambience Infrastructure Ltd, where she built expertise across channel sales, leasing, and end-to-end deal execution.
Known for her focus on strategy and team leadership, Rai is expected to play a central role in shaping Origen Realty’s market positioning and sales ecosystem in the region.
As Gurugram’s real estate market continues to attract fresh investments and new entrants, Origen Realty’s latest leadership hire signals its intent to compete with a clear, sales-driven playbook.
