A true Aussie ambassador

Working behind the scenes, dream merchant Anupam Sharma has over the past two decades adopted many different roles - cinematographer, casting director, consultant, writer, facilitator and film expert. In the process he has forged strong links with individuals, companies and countries carving a niche for himself in the fickle world of films. His brainchild Films & Casting Temple is an icon in the entertainment industry and credited with single-handedly bringing India and Australia together, selling their individual brands like never before.

Nominated by NSW Premier Barry O’Farrell, in 2013 Sharma has taken on yet another exciting role – that of Australia Day Ambassador.

The Australia Day Ambassador program is a nationwide initiative that sees high achieving and proud Australians attend local Australia Day celebrations in towns and cities across the nation.

“As an Indian who made Australia home, it is humbling to receive this honour not only because it also happens to be Indian Republic Day but also because it indirectly honours the team of people with me who have been tirelessly working for strong film links between India and Australia”, Sharma told Indian Link.

From relatively humble origins in 1990, today there are around 400 ambassadors who volunteer their time and energy to inspire pride and celebration in hundreds of local communities.