Ten speakers compete in Mumbai for a single coveted spot on the TED stage.

The Idea That Surprised Us All | Mumbai | TED Idea Search · 45:38 · Video: TED · Watch at the source

In short: The TED Idea Search arrives in Mumbai, India's financial and creative hub. Ten presenters face the challenge of delivering a career-defining talk, with the winner earning a place at the TED conference in Vancouver. This production highlights the intersection of personal vulnerability and ambition through diverse, globally significant ideas.

The competition features a wide range of topics, including the preservation of vanishing tribal art, advancements in maternal health, and the recovery of India's forgotten fashion history. These presentations aim to challenge existing perspectives and bring local insights to an international audience.

Produced by WING London, the event serves as a high-stakes platform where only one participant will secure the opportunity to present in Vancouver. It offers a unique look at the intellectual landscape of Mumbai as these speakers vie for global recognition.

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