Bridging Worlds.
Amplifying Voices.
Shaping the Next Generation.
The South Asians in Media & Arts Foundation exists to educate children in under resourced communities, mentor the next generation of creative talent, empower experienced and retired creatives as mentors, and fiscally support South Asian led creative projects.
Dedicated to educating, mentoring, and supporting South Asian creatives and students across film, media, and the arts.
The Gayatri Mantra. A prayer for wisdom, clarity, and spiritual awakening.
Our mission
Through education, mentorship, and storytelling, we expand access to opportunity in film, television, digital media, music, theater, and the visual arts across India and the United States. Our mission is to build sustainable creative ecosystems where talent is discovered early, nurtured thoughtfully, and supported across an entire creative life cycle.
Our Board
Manasvi Mamgai is a producer, actor, and former Miss India, operating between Los Angeles and Mumbai. With over a decade of experience across film, television, theater, and modeling, she brings a dynamic global presence and a loyal international following. As a cultural bridge between Hollywood and Bollywood, Manasvi leverages her industry access and influence to connect talent, capital, and content across markets. Her passion for storytelling and philanthropy positions her as a compelling force at the intersection of entertainment and global impact.
Manasvi Mamgai
Navneet S. Chugh is an Attorney-at-Law and CPA, and also holds an MBA. Chugh, LLP provides corporate, tax, litigation, and immigration services and has a staff of over 650 employees and has offices all over USA and India. He has been the founder of organizations like South Asian Bar Association of Southern California (SABA), The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE) So-Cal, and North American South Asian Bar Association (NASABA). He is/has been on the boards of organizations like American India Foundation, India Community Center (ICC), Pratham USA, and Akshay Patra
Navneet Chugh
Prabha Nailwal is a dedicated educator in India with over 15 years of experience teaching in Private, Public, and DAV schools across India. She holds a Bachelor of Arts, a Master’s in English Literature, and a B.Ed, and has pursued her passion for creative writing through poetry and story writing. Trained in Yoga and Pranayama at Patanjali, she integrates holistic well-being into her teaching approach, inspiring students to grow academically, creatively, and personally.
Prabha Nailwal
Our Team
With over 10 years of experience in content creation, Ashish Mandal specializes in production, post-production, and content marketing. Having worked with 40+ Indian celebrities and 150+ international clients, he has built a deep understanding of what makes content connect, perform, and drive results.
Ashish Mandal
Content Director
An independent Graphic Designer and Creative Director from São Paulo, Brazil. Specialized in Visual Identity Development and responsible for SAMA’s Visual Communication and Branding. Believes in bringing to live relevant and purposeful work through colours and shapes.
Lia Barros
Creative Director
A business growth and partnerships professional with over 13 years of experience helping global organisations and early-stage startups grow, build meaningful partnerships, and scale their impact. At SAMA, he works closely with the Founder to shape strategy, fundraising, partnerships, and ecosystem building, helping creative and underserved talent access opportunities and thrive.
Debjyoti Sarkar
Director of Development
SAMA Spotlight Podcast
A first-of-its-kind conversation series featuring the most influential creative minds across two of the world's most prolific film industries. Each episode goes deep into craft, culture, impact, and the future of storytelling.
Episode 01 Live on Youtube
Episode 02 Live on Youtube
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