Mumbai: A momentous milestone was celebrated at Goafest 2025 as Bipin R. Pandit – Impassioned, the biography of Bipin R. Pandit, Chief Operating Officer of The Advertising Club and Founder of the live music IP Khumaar, was officially launched during the 58th edition of the Abby Awards.
The book, released by Rana Barua, President of The Advertising Club and Group CEO, Havas India, South East & North Asia (Japan & South Korea), chronicles Pandit’s 28-year journey with The Ad Club, his formative years, professional path, passion for music, spirituality, and personal life.
“It started with a LinkedIn blog which I wrote post the conclusion of last year’s Abby Awards at Goafest getting great traction. Rana Barua my President called and mentioned that this is an exciting journey and encouraged me to write a Book and promised a launch at the next year’s Goafest. Gour Gupta, my very dear friend got his Organization TRIBES to Support the Book project wholeheartedly and Gokul Krishnamoorthy agreed to Co-author and curate. The Book got a great launch and going by the feedback I am happy people are liking what they have seen and read,” said Bipin R. Pandit.
Featuring a foreword by Padma Shri Piyush Pandey and a special note by Padma Shri Prasoon Joshi, the biography captures reflections from all 13 Presidents Pandit has worked with, along with insights from 30 Managing Committee members—showcasing both their experiences with Pandit and his thoughts on each of them. It also recounts the evolution of The Ad Club Secretariat and landmark events like the launch of Effie and Emvie awards.
“Bipin R. Pandit has been the steady pulse of The Advertising Club for almost three decades – consistently dependable, and deeply passionate. His journey is a testament to what it means to lead with integrity, humility, and an unwavering commitment to the industry. With Impassioned!, Bipin offers a rare glimpse into the many layers that make him who he is – not just the man behind the scenes, but the force that has kept TAC united, relevant, and thriving year after year,” said Rana Barua.
“Happy to say that I have known Bipin from the time he joined the Advertising Club. I have had the pleasure of seeing him blossom into a mature and dependable person who can handle the large events as well as the different committees who make up the AdClub. Bipin’s ever smiling countenance is very comforting. And his multi-faceted personality with real passion in music, cricket and advertising make him a very interesting person to interact with. I wish him all the very best,” said Ramesh Narayan, Past President, The Advertising Club.
The book also pays homage to Pandit’s 20-year journey with Khumaar, the live music show IP he founded and continues to anchor. Having hosted over 1,000 shows, the narrative paints the picture of a passionate artiste and community leader. Adding a personal touch, it shares the heartwarming love story of Bipin and Nandini B. Pandit, who met as teenagers and are now celebrating 40 years of marriage.
With a special commitment to giving back, 10% of all book sale proceeds will be donated to the Light of Life Foundation, run by Villy Doctor, supporting underprivileged communities.
BIPIN R. PANDIT – IMPASSIONED
Price: Rs.750
Available on www.bipinpandit.com
Credits:
Publisher & Co-author: Bipin R. Pandit
Curator & Co-author: Gokul Krishnamoorthy
Cover Design: Vikram Gaikwad
Book Design and Layout: Mediaedge
Cover Photograph: Himanshu Mestry
Supported by: Tribes
