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Gautam Gambhir, Gauri Sawant inspired by specially abled girl’s story
Mumbai, Oct 11 (IANS) Cricketer Gautam Gambhir and transgender activist Gauri Sawant say the story of Nisha Lobo, who was abandoned by her biological parents as she was suffering from genetic skin disorder ichthyosis, is very inspirational. And the 18-year-old says she won’t mind a biopic on her life as long as it stays true to reality.
Gambhir and Sawant were at the Vicks #TouchOfCare campaign launch here on Wednesday. A short film was showcased on Nisha’s life.
She was abandoned by her biological parents when she was just two weeks old. Her life was transformed when she was adopted by Aloma and David Lobo, who despite having children of their own, gave Nisha a family by adopting her from an orphanage.
The film captures Nisha’s story as she sails through the challenges and complexities of life, with her mother and a family at her side. It depicts how Nisha leads an ordinary life.
“I am personally overwhelmed with Nisha’s story, and I am confident that people will shower her with the same love and affection that was given to me,” said Sawant.
The first campaign by Vicks had showcased Sawant’s life and journey.
The campaign sends out a strong message of how every child deserves the touch of care, irrespective of gender, colour or challenges.
Gambhir told IANS: “It is inspiring and an eye-opener. When I saw the film the first time, I got goosebumps and felt emotional as well.”
Nisha, who is excited about having made her screen debut in the ad film with the intention to inspire many minds with her heartwarming life story, says she won’t mind if a biopic is made on her life, projecting her story in a truthful manner.
“I won’t mind a biopic on me if it stays true to my story. If my journey inspires many, then I would love to share it with the world. But I am not a ‘bechari’ (helpless), so if someone presents my story exactly the way it is, close to my reality, I would love that,” Nisha told IANS here.
“However, I must say that shooting is filled with madness and I experienced it when we were shooting for the ad film,” said Nisha.
On her experience of shooting the ad film “One in a Million Star”, she said: “That was crazy, they came to our house and I have never been exposed to such things. It was a three-day shoot.”
Was it a difficult childhood for her because of her appearance?
“Yes, when I was a child, all my classmate used to look at me differently. Some were curious, some were scared. But I always smiled and waved to them. When in return they also smiled back, at least a few of them – I think we welcomed each other. As children, we do not think too much and tend to do things that rest of our friends are doing.
“So, when one passed a smile to me, the other followed the same, that is how I made friends in class,” said the Bengaluru-based girl.
She aspires to be a teacher. “I want to teach English and History.”
On her ‘never give up’ spirit, Nisha said: “I know that as a child when people constantly look at you with curiosity, making fun of you for your different ability and create a distance because of your weakness, it is certainly not easy to dream big and achieve something. It affects our confidence and makes us feel weaker.
“But such a thing happens if only we allow ourselves to get affected by it. People’s words are not in our hands, but staying unaffected is… It is our life, our struggle and we win if we have the resilience.”
–IANS
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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma
World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.
Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.
During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.
On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”
Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.
It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.
Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.
Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”
On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”
The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.
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