Yash Raj Chopra (27 September 1932 – 21 October 2012) was a prominent Indian film director and producer known for his exceptional contributions to Hindi cinema. As the founding chairman of Yash Raj Films, he garnered numerous accolades, including 6 National Film Awards and 8 Filmfare Awards. Chopra was celebrated for his romantic films featuring strong female characters, earning him a distinguished place among Hindi filmmakers.His remarkable career was marked by notable achievements, such as being honored with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2001 and receiving the Padma Bhushan in 2005. Notably, the British Academy of Film and Television Arts bestowed upon him a lifetime membership in 2006, making him the first Indian to receive this esteemed recognition.Chopra's directorial journey began with impactful films such as "Dhool Ka Phool" (1959) and "Dharmputra" (1961), followed by the critically and commercially successful "Waqt" (1965). Subsequently, he founded Yash Raj Films in 1970, producing compelling works like "Daag: A Poem of Love" (1973) and the iconic action-thriller "Deewaar" (1975).Collaborating with renowned actors, Chopra directed acclaimed movies including "Chandni" (1989) and "Lamhe" (1991), which cemented his reputation as

Yashpal Tandon, born on 21 June 1939, is a prominent Ugandan policymaker, political activist, professor, author, and public intellectual. His extensive involvement in the struggle against the dictatorship of Idi Amin in 1970s Uganda led to his exile. Tandon's academic journey includes lecturing at various universities and obtaining a PhD in International Relations from the London School of Economics. With a rich academic career, he has contributed significantly to the field of International Relations and Political Economy. Tandon's political engagement spans from being a founding member of the Uganda National Liberation Front (UNLF) to serving as a member of the National Consultive Council and engaging in negotiations for Uganda's economic rehabilitation. Beyond academia, he has held various influential positions, including the executive director of the Makerere Institute of Social Research and the founder and director of the International South Group Network (ISGN). As an author and editor, Tandon has written extensively on African economy, international relations, political economy, and human rights. His remarkable contributions have left a lasting impact on academia and African politics.