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Dream it / Be it

A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get mentored by icons who are at the top of their game.

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HP Dreams Unlocked is a first of its kind platform. An initiative where dreamers meet dream weavers. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get mentored by icons who are at the top of their game. So, if you have an idea that can create social impact, a unique business solution, or a vision of the next big blockbuster, share it with us. We will help you unlock that dream, so you can be it.

With the power of HP Omnibook AI PC with Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 processor as your ideal partner to get ahead.

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Mentors

  • Entertainment
  • Art, Content & Gaming
  • Social Impact
  • Business and Tech

Entertainment

Ayushmann Khurrana

National Award-winning actor known for redefining mainstream cinema with socially impactful films like Article 15, Andhadhun, and Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan.

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Entertainment

Ankur Tewari

Acclaimed singer-songwriter and music supervisor behind iconic soundtracks like Gully Boy, championing India’s indie music movement.

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Art, Content & Gaming

Sahiba Bali

Actor, creative strategist, and digital storyteller known for roles in Dear David and content that bridges culture and youth narratives across platforms.

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Art, Content & Gaming

Animesh Agarwal

Co-founder of S8UL and a pioneer in India’s gaming and esports revolution, building one of Asia’s top gaming content houses.

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Art, Content & Gaming

Aaquib Wani

Award-winning experiential designer behind iconic installations for G20 India, NH7 Weekender, Indian team Jersey blending art with cultural storytelling.

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Social Impact

Kailash Satyarthi

Nobel Peace Prize laureate who has rescued over 1 lakh children from child labour and trafficking, leading the global movement for child rights.

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Business and Tech

Ipsita Dasgupta

Global business leader with leadership roles at Apple, HP, and Hotstar, driving innovation, business growth across industries.

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What's in it for the
dreamers? Everything.

Top
8
winners get mentored by the biggest icons
Top
40
finalists win the latest HP OmniBook AI PC
Top
200
get passes to HP Dreams Unlocked summit
Top 500
get HP X Real Madrid merchandise
Top 5000
get exclusive discount on HP products

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Clock’s ticking!
Are you ready?

Submissions open
Last day for submissions
30 September 2025
Shortlisting begins
Shortlisting of top 40 finalists
1-5 October 2025
Mentorship rounds
Dreams Unlocked Summit : Top 8 winners announcement
October 2025
Grand Finale
A day with the mentors
October - November 2025
Participation criteria
Age: 18-28 | You must be an Indian citizen | One entry per person | All work must be original
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How to pitch it right!

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Submit your pitch in any one of the following formats:
  • 1-minute video (preferred)
  • Pitch deck (PPT or PDF)
Maximum 6 slides including: your introduction, the big idea, your vision to bring it to life. Why it matters in 2025. The impact it can create.
  • Write-up (PDF or Doc)
Maximum 500 words including the same elements as above
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What will impress the pre-jury?
  • Creativity and originality
  • Use of technology and innovation
  • Relevance and understanding of the chosen domain
  • Potential for real-world impact
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Submission guidelines:
  • All entries must be original, unpublished and created solely by the participant
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Entries must not:
  • Contain profane, offensive, vulgar, or inappropriate content
  • Infringe on the intellectual property rights of any third party
  • Submissions can be in any language
We keep it transparent
Click here for the full breakdown of eligibility, prizes, rights and responsibilities
Stuck with your submission?
We’ve got you.
Email: hpdreamsunlocked@ifp.world  | 
Call: +91-9727299070

Everything you need to know:

The campaign is open to Indian citizens aged between 18 and 28 years as of July 15, 2025.
Participants must be currently enrolled in a recognized school, college, or university in India.
Employees of HP and their immediate family members are not eligible to participate.
Entries are open from July 25, 2025 to Sept 30, 2025.
The Organizers may extend or shorten the submission window at their discretion.
Entries must be submitted only via the official campaign website : www.hpcreatorsgarage.com/dreams-unlocked
Top 500 Participants will receive exclusive HP x Real Madrid merchandise based on jury evaluation.
Top 200 Participants will win a pass to attend the HP Dreams Unlocked Summit. (Travel and stay are not covered for these participants.)
Top 40 Finalists will receive an HP AI PC and paid trip to the Mumbai event to compete as finalists.
Top 8 Winners (1 per category) will win an exclusive 1:1 mentorship experience with a leading expert in their chosen field.