Carnatic Family Association
Preserving heritage while promoting unity across communities.
His noble lineage and enduring heritage continue to influence and inspire the cultural and civic life of people worldwide.
Educated at Don Bosco School and Loyola College, Nawabzada built a strong foundation in values, leadership and academic discipline. His formative years shaped a worldview that blends tradition with modern social responsibility.
As Founder Trustee of the Arcot Foundation, he promotes inclusive welfare for all communities.
As Patron-in-Chief of the Sustainable Development Council, he promotes growth that balances economic progress with equity and environmental stewardship, ensuring sustainable futures for all.
Roles held in service of heritage, welfare, sport and young people.
Preserving heritage while promoting unity across communities.
Inclusive welfare for all communities.
Growth that balances progress, equity and the environment.
Backing athletic excellence across the state.
Strengthening sport and heritage initiatives.
Advocating for youth, education and sport.
Inspiring young minds through books.
In Social Work, for humanitarian service and cultural upliftment.
Building bridges, not walls.TEDx talk · October 2025
Milestones from the stage, the studio and the classroom.
The International Global Peace University confers an Honorary Doctorate in Social Work, at the Tamil Nadu Achievers Conference.
His song, released with the blessings of A. R. Rahman, finds a worldwide audience.
Chennai’s first literature festival for young readers.
Championing street children through sport.
Representing India on compassion and kindness.
Cultural diversity and unity as paths to human dignity.
Keynote on ‘Education for Peace’ at the 19th International Human Rights Summit.
A call for dialogue, empathy and shared responsibility.
Carrying India’s voice to world forums on peace, education and culture.
At the 19th International Human Rights Summit at the United Nations in New York (July 2025), he delivered a keynote on ‘Education for Peace’, underscoring the role of knowledge and dignity in building a harmonious global future.
Representing India at the Global Justice, Love & Peace Summit in Dubai (April 2025), he spoke on compassion and kindness as transformative forces capable of reshaping society. His address at the UN Centre in Bangkok highlighted cultural diversity and unity as pathways to human dignity.
Address on culture and dialogue.
May 20254 photosSpoke at the summit.
May 20254 photosConferred Patron-in-Chief.
January 2026Addressed the gathering at VIT Chennai.
December 20254 photosSpoke at the conference.
November 20234 photosWith Begum Seema Ahmed.
December 20254 photosInvited to speak in Dubai.
February 20234 photosFor peace and harmony.
March 2018Addressed the championship.
December 20234 photosVision ‘4Tn for TN’.
December 20254 photosHonouring humanity.
February 20254 photosHosted the Girls’ Education event.
September 20254 photosAddressed the Toastmasters event.
March 2018The ancestral home of the Nawabs of the Carnatic, open to envoys, leaders and young minds.
Committed to cultural enrichment, he supports arts, literature and heritage initiatives that preserve tradition while encouraging creativity and contemporary expression.
Balancing corporate leadership with cultural stewardship, he serves as President of the Carnatic Family Association. His work preserves heritage while promoting unity and progressive engagement across communities.
Russia, France, Germany, the UK, the US and Australia.
November 20244 photosThe Governor of Tamil Nadu and ministers of state.
January 20244 photosStudents and scholars walk through the palace.
March 20234 photosThe King’s Birthday reception in Chennai.
February 20254 photosBidding farewell to the Prime Minister.
October 2026A meeting with the Governor.
August 20264 photosTea at Amir Mahal.
March 20254 photosA visit to Amir Mahal.
July 20244 photosDr. Jörn Rosenberg visits Amir Mahal.
September 20244 photosCalls on the Prince of Arcot.
November 20244 photosVisits Amir Mahal.
September 20234 photosVisits Amir Mahal.
July 20244 photosCalls on the Prince of Arcot.
June 20244 photosVisits Amir Mahal.
March 20244 photosVisits Amir Mahal.
March 20254 photosHosted at Amir Mahal.
March 20264 photosVisits Amir Mahal.
July 20264 photosVisits Amir Mahal.
November 20254 photosVisits Amir Mahal.
April 20234 photosHosted at Amir Mahal.
April 20254 photosPlays cricket with children at Amir Mahal.
July 20234 photosExperience Indian heritage at Amir Mahal.
January 20254 photosVisit Amir Mahal.
March 20244 photosThe Hindu MetroPlus feature.
September 20244 photosAn inspiring encounter.
September 20254 photosA play staged at Amir Mahal.
March 2018Amir Mahal against the British Navy.
March 20234 photosWith the Consul General.
June 20232 photosTournaments, trophies and economic forums that bring Tamil Nadu together.
Chief Patron of the Cricket Federation of Tamil Nadu, Chairman of Thamizhan FC and SSPL Chairman, he strengthens sport and heritage initiatives.
A dynamic entrepreneur, he leads ventures rooted in innovation and integrity. His business interests combine foresight with social consciousness, contributing to economic and community development.
Chairman, Vision ‘4Tn for TN’ summit.
December 20254 photosAn all-India FIDE-rated chess tournament.
June 20244 photosCISF Coastal Cyclothon 2025.
March 20254 photosPresented the prestigious award.
March 20253 photosA legend with 500 Test wickets.
May 2024Tea at Amir Mahal.
April 2023With the tennis legend.
February 20232 photosAn inspiring session.
January 20254 photosHonoured at the ISL.
October 20234 photosThe team at Amir Mahal.
March 20234 photosWith the British Deputy High Commissioner.
March 20234 photosStrategic distribution across Tamil Nadu.
August 20264 photosIndia’s largest showroom launch.
February 20254 photosInaugurated the new Chennai showroom.
March 20264 photosInaugurated at Radisson Blu.
May 20234 photosUnveiled at Amir Mahal.
August 20234 photosPresented the trophies.
August 20234 photosHosting quizzes and championships for students across Chennai.
A renowned quizmaster and speaker, he inspires students and professionals through knowledge-driven events that nurture curiosity, dialogue and lifelong learning.
He advocates for youth, education and sport globally. As Goodwill Ambassador of the 2023 Street Child Cricket World Cup and Brand Ambassador for the Children’s Literature Festival, he continues to inspire young minds.
Hosted the Atlantis’25 finals.
October 20254 photosHosted for schools across the city.
October 20254 photosHeritage meets curiosity at Radisson Blu.
September 20254 photosHosted the inter-school quiz.
September 20244 photosAn inter-school quiz.
September 20244 photosA business strategy challenge at Loyola College.
February 20264 photosCelebrated at Don Bosco School.
September 20254 photosHosted the challenge.
July 20244 photosHosted by Nawabzada.
September 20234 photosA general quiz.
September 20234 photosChief guest.
August 20234 photosThe GK Mastermind quiz.
November 20234 photosA trivia evening.
June 20234 photosAt the piano, in the studio, and in the song Raaste.
A gifted pianist and composer, he believes in music as a tool for harmony. His track ‘Raaste’, released with the blessings of A. R. Rahman, has crossed two million views, and his palace concerts celebrate unity through music.
A. R. Rahman and Lucky Ali.
April 20264 photosNawabzada performs.
November 20234 photosA. R. Rahman’s studio.
February 20233 photosAn evening of Na Tum Jaano Na Hum.
August 2023Inaugurated Vijay Pichumani’s solo show.
April 20234 photosNo power can divide us.Nawabzada Mohammed Asif Ali · 2018
Music, talks and moments on film.
Walk the road with courage and valour to reach your destination. This song is composed and sung by Nawabzada. Watch on YouTube
Studio portraits made at the Amir Mahal, the Chennai residence of the Prince of Arcot's family.
Recognition given and received, from an honorary doctorate to awards for ordinary heroes.
The International Global Peace University awarded him an Honorary Doctorate in Social Work, recognising his sustained commitment to humanitarian service and cultural upliftment, at the Tamil Nadu Achievers Conference.
Conferred by the International Global Peace University.
April 2018Presenting the Puthiya Thalaimurai award.
September 20223 photosThe Rang Business Iconic Awards.
August 20223 photosEconomic Times F&B Leaders awards.
August 20223 photosRotary Club of Chennai Spotlight honours.
December 20223 photosAt the Manyavar-Mohey showroom, T. Nagar.
January 20253 photosA duo recognised for their synergy.
October 20232 photosPresenting an award at BNI Globiz.
July 2018Times Food Awards, ITC Grand Chola.
April 2018Award and cheque for the five top rankers.
July 2018Coast Guard cutters, Royal Navy warships and a salute to those who guard our shores.
On board HMS Tamar with the Prince of Arcot.
March 20233 photosA visit to Amir Mahal.
January 2025At sea in the Bay of Bengal.
April 2023At the launch of interceptor boats.
March 2018With the Coast Guard commander.
March 2018The National Crest at Amir Mahal.
August 20223 photosEid tables, iftars and national days shared across every community.
Eid banquet hosted by the Prince of Arcot.
September 20183 photosRamadan iftar at the US Consulate.
April 20233 photosAn evening of compassion.
April 20233 photosCommunal harmony at the table.
April 20223 photosHari Raya at the Malaysian Consulate.
May 20232 photosAndhra flavours and warm hospitality.
April 20252 photosCelebrations at Sacred Heart, Church Park.
August 20223 photosWith the Chief Minister at Raj Bhavan.
August 20223 photosFlagging off with the Governor.
December 20233 photosRestaurants, stores, schools and ideas welcomed into the city.
A delicious beginning in Ambur.
January 20263 photosAn exquisite new store in Chennai.
January 20243 photosLaunching the new digital zone.
October 20233 photosA science store for children.
September 20233 photosThe Coffeeholic Café opens.
July 20233 photosTVS Sundaram Motors celebrates.
August 20223 photosHyatt Regency, Chennai.
April 20223 photosSoulful flavours of South India.
November 20233 photosA new academy and preschool.
April 20233 photosCongratulations to Dr. Ayesha Fathima.
April 20252 photosBook launches, a literature festival and storytelling for children.
A book launched at Amir Mahal.
March 20233 photosA fantasy novel launched at Amir Mahal.
December 20223 photosChildren as authors.
September 20223 photosReceiving the first copy.
August 20222 photosA book launch.
March 20222 photosA quiz with the kids.
August 20223 photosGuest of Honour at a Diamond Jubilee.
February 20243 photosBusiness leaders and royals, in Dubai and at Amir Mahal.
Meeting the Sobha Group’s founder.
June 20243 photosWith Danube Group’s chairman.
May 20242 photosA leading Dubai entrepreneur.
May 20242 photosWith the chairman of DMCC.
January 2023A visit to Amir Mahal.
August 20223 photosVisit Amir Mahal.
July 20223 photosAmbassadors, ministers and visiting delegations who call at Amir Mahal.
Led by Roger Cook, Western Australia.
August 20223 photosA courtesy call on the Prince of Arcot.
January 20223 photosCalls on the Prince of Arcot.
February 20213 photosA courtesy call.
January 20212 photosA new Consul General calls.
September 20222 photosThe Bangladesh cricketer visits.
March 20223 photosA dinner for a visiting MP.
August 20233 photosThe apex council visits.
April 20243 photosAnnouncements for summits, tournaments, quizzes and concerts.
Education for Peace.Keynote · United Nations, New York · July 2025
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Rooted in legacy yet guided by modern ideals, he envisions a peaceful, educated and culturally enriched world.
Vision for the future
