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| style="width: 30%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Birthplace'''
| style="width: 70%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |Katkol, Karnataka, India
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| style="width: 30%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Nationality'''
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| style="width: 30%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Education'''
| style="width: 70%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |Graduate from the Prestigious Sir J.J. School of Art. MUMBAI
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| style="width: 30%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Occupation'''
| style="width: 70%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |Artist, Writer, Director, Art Director, Production Designer, Author
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| style="width: 30%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Notable Achievements'''
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* Directed award-winning short films like "Happy Independence, desh aage badh raha hai"
* Notable contributions as an Art Director & Production Designer in various Hollywood, Hindi, Marathi, and Bhojpuri films
* Recognized painter/Artist and author of the book "Ink from Heart" and  FAR U
* Recipient of numerous awards including the International Innovative Educational Summit Award and the Asian Talent International Film Festival Award
* Active involvement in social and educational initiatives, serving as a motivational speaker and guest artist
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'''Dr. Kalashri M. Barve''' is a highly regarded Indian artist, writer, director, art director, production designer, and author, known for her significant and diverse contributions to the entertainment industry. Born in Katkol, Karnataka, Dr. Barve’s creative journey began after she graduated from the prestigious Sir J.J. School of Art in Mumbai. With a passion for visual arts, she seamlessly transitioned into various roles within the film and television industry, showcasing her talent in shaping the aesthetic aspects of numerous productions. As a writer and director, she has crafted compelling stories, while her expertise as an art director and production designer has elevated the visual appeal of many cinematic works. Dr. Barve’s innovative approach and deep understanding of artistic expression have earned her recognition and respect across the creative community.<ref>https://youtu.be/0WivttISLBs?si=5JDFCR3SFhv5RTZz</ref>

== Career ==
Dr. Kalashri M. Barve has built a distinguished and multifaceted career over the past two decades, becoming a prominent and respected figure in the Indian film and art industries. She began her creative journey as a skilled artist, particularly known for her contemporary paintings and line art, often crafted with acrylics. Her early works showcased her unique ability to blend visual aesthetics with deeper messages, making her art both visually appealing and intellectually stimulating. Her passion for creativity led her to collaborate with several renowned advertising agencies, where she produced artwork that not only captivated audiences but also raised awareness on important social issues, using art as a medium for change.

Dr. Barve’s exceptional artistic talents have been recognized globally, earning her numerous national and international awards for both her books and artwork, establishing her as a formidable force in the creative world. As her career evolved, she expanded her expertise to other significant roles, including director, writer, art director, and production designer. Her versatility across these fields allowed her to influence various creative domains, contributing to the growth and development of the Indian entertainment industry. Whether through storytelling, visual design, or directing, Dr. Barve’s wide-ranging skills have made a lasting impact, and her work continues to inspire and enrich the world of art, culture, and cinema.<ref>https://youtu.be/0WivttISLBs?si=5JDFCR3SFhv5RTZz</ref>

== Filmography ==
'''As Director:'''

* "Happy Independence, desh aage badh raha hai" (multi-award-winning short film)
* "This should not happen" (Save Water)
* "Astitva" (Welcome Girl Child)<ref>https://youtu.be/Gau3cy2YbPE?si=zxBEB-PfP3V84YSn</ref>
* "Paani" (Save Water)
* "Money on Mobile" (4 series)
* "Pasban tu mera" (song sung by Kailash Kher)<ref>https://youtu.be/2zrxdyEUC2I?si=mS8iB3_Mv6B2-NbM</ref>

'''As Art Director & Production Designer:'''

Hollywood Films: "The Eye Of The Moon" (forthcoming)

Hindi Films:

* 'Teesri Manzil 302"
* "Red" (associate AAD)
* "Life Mai Kabhi Kabhi" (associate AAD)
* "Speed" :(associate AAD)
* "Chal Chala Chel" Kabhi:
* "Dhishkyaoon"
* "Teesari Manzil 302"
* Bhookam"
* "Kasoor"
* "Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham"
* "Kahaani"
* Marathi Films:
* "Deool"
* "Savarkhed: Ek Gaav"
* "The Damned Rain"
* "72 Miles Ek Pravas"
* "Pune-52"
* Bhojpuri Films: "Ego Chumma Deda Rajaji"

=== Marathi Films: ===

* Deool"<ref>https://youtu.be/FF_BreeK_-8?si=bHu_vJzzRyp3OiMo</ref>

* "Savarkhed: Ek Gaav"
* "The Damned Rain"
* "72 Miles Ek Pravas"
* "Pune-52"

* Bhojpuri Films: "Ego Chumma Deda Rajaji"

== Art and Writing ==

* Dr. Kalashri Barve's artistic talents extend beyond filmmaking. She is an accomplished painter and writer, garnering recognition for her book "Ink from Heart" and her exceptional artwork.

== Awards and Recognition ==
Dr. Kalashri Barve's contributions to the arts have been acknowledged both nationally and internationally. Some of her notable awards include:
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|+Awards Received in 2024
!Award
!Organization
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|Honorary Doctorate by the World Peace of United Nations International University
|World Peace of United Nations International University
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|Usha Parva, Udgam Charitable Trust’s, Women's Achiever Award
|Udgam Charitable Trust
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|Vishva Ratna Samaan (An Exclusive Global Award)
|Worthy Wellness
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|Women’s World Records and Award Of International’s Women Icon Award
|International's Women Icon Award
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|Invited as ‘Guest Artist’ by government of Goa for International Purple Festival
|Government of Goa
|-
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|+Awards Received in 2023
!Award
!Organization
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|7th Indian World Film Festival Award for Best Short Film
|Indian World Film Festival
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|Best Jury Award for her Directed, written & conceptualized short film
|Unknown
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|International World Human Rights Protection Commission Award
|World Human Rights Protection Commission
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|Appointed as Board of Director for EK J J Alumni Association of Sir J.J School of Art, Architecture & Design
|EK J J Alumni Association
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|Painting Exhibition, Hyderabad, Telangana
|Unknown
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|Invited as motivational speaker by Helping Hand Humanity
|Helping Hand Humanity
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|Official Selection of the song Pasban tu mera in the Mumbai International Film Festival
|Mumbai International Film Festival
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|Article on late Art Director Nitin Chandrakant Desai published by Royal Art Time newspaper
|Royal Art Time
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|Painting Exhibition by Spandan Indo - British International Art Festival
|Spandan Indo - British International Art Festival
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|Spandan's International Art Exhibition Award for Best Painting
|Spandan Indo - British International Art Festival
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|Maharashtra Legend Women Award
|Pune
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|Published and awarded book ‘Ink from Heart’ chosen for World Book Fair Delhi
|World Book Fair Delhi
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|National Level Art and Painting Exhibition in collaboration with Gandhi Film Foundation and Kala Vishard Productions
|Gandhi Film Foundation and Kala Vishard Productions
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|Official Selection of the song Pasban tu mera in the Mumbai International Film Festival(2023)
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|+Awards Received in 2022
!Award
!Organization
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|International Innovative Educational Summit Award Dubai for excellence in Art Education
|Dubai Innovative Educational Summit
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|Legal House Settlement (LHS) International Award for contribution in the field of art through various mediums for social cause
|Legal House Settlement (LHS)
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|Letter of Appreciation from World Book Of Records, London
|World Book Of Records, London
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|Award of excellence for the short film ‘Happy Independence, desh aage badh raha hai’ by Asian Talent International Film Festival
|Asian Talent International Film Festival
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|Kolkata International Film Festival’s excellence award for short film ‘Happy Independence, desh aage badh raha hai’
|Kolkata International Film Festival
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|International Firebox Women Achiever’s Best Fiction Author Award
|International Firebox
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|Lalit Kala Kendra’s Raja Ravi Varma International Award for painting
|Lalit Kala Kendra
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|Shahanshah Publications’s International Women’s Laureate Award
|Shahanshah Publications
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|Priya Wisdom Publications’s Global Iconic Achiever Literary Personality Award
|Priya Wisdom Publications
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|Doctorate by World Human Right’s Protection Commission
|World Human Right’s Protection Commission
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|Coverage about her published book ‘Ink from Heart’ in London Journal News
|London Journal News
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|International Best Writing Competition Award by Cherry Book Awards
|Cherry Book Awards
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|Official selection of her Directed, penned and produced song ‘Pasban’, in Mumba International Film Festival
|Mumbai International Film Festival
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|Her painting was chosen for publication in the world art book ‘Humaro’ by an International Abstract Art Society
|International Abstract Art Society
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|Dada Sahib Phalke 2022
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|+Awards Received in 2021
!Award
!Organization
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|India’s Outstanding Multi-Talented Women Achiever of the year Award
|Unknown
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|The Pride of Nation Pratibha Samman Award
|MVLA Trust, Mumbai
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|MVLA Trust’s Rajyastariya Kala Ratna Award for excellence in innovation
|MVLA Trust, Mumbai
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|Hashtag Kalakar Arts Competition award for securing top position
|Unknown
|-
|Event Titan Inspire Award on International Women’s Day
|Event Titan
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|S7 National Poetry Contest award
|Unknown
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|Bharat Weekly Rising Writers award
|Bharat Weekly
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|The Indian Achievers Award
|Unknown
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|Bankim Chandra Chatterjee Literary Award
|Unknown
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|Indian Achiever Award by Magic Book of Record
|Magic Book of Record
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|Doctorate for contribution in the field of art by Magic Book of Record
|Magic Book of Record
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|PWI Magazine’s Perfect Achiever Award
|PWI Magazine
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|Nation’s Uprising Author wins the Glantor X Nation X Nation Choice award
|Unknown
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|Women of Substance Network & Awards Award in the category of Art and Culture
|Women of Substance Network & Awards
|-
|}
{| class="wikitable"
|+Awards Received in 2020
!Award
!Organization
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|The Indian Government’s Creative Uprising Artist Award
|Ekam Award Delhi
|-
|}
{| class="wikitable"
|+Awards Received in 2016
!Award
!Organization
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|Maharashtra Journalist Foundation’s ‘Kala Bhushan Award’
|Maharashtra Journalist Foundation
|-
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{| class="wikitable"
|+Awards Received in 2015
!Award
!Organization
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|The short film Astitva - welcome girl child, won the AMFF Award for the best director, Mumbai
|Unknown
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|Her directed, scripted and conceptualized short film Astitva was awarded in various national and International Film Festivals
|Unknown
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{| class="wikitable"
|+Awards Received in 2000
!Award
!Organization
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|Times of India’s Best 3D Award
|Sir J.J School of Art
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== Current Activities ==

* In addition to her artistic pursuits, Dr. Kalashri Barve remains actively involved in social and educational initiatives. She serves as a motivational speaker and guest artist at various events, inspiring others through her work and contributing to the enrichment of art and culture.<ref>https://youtube.com/watch?v=_YA59WbeGbI&feature=share</ref>

== References ==
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