Meet Our Team

Meet the Team

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President

Nabin Das

Nabin is a passionate and multi-talented individual who has made significant contributions to the local music and art scene. His dedication to helping local performers showcase their talents through a community-driven platform is truly admirable. It is impressive how he has combined his skills as a drummer, singer, producer-director, and photographer to create a space where arts and culture can flourish. His work has made a significant impact in the Greater Philadelphia area, and now in Central and South Jersey especially with his unique approach to promoting and sustaining the arts.

Vice President

Siraj Khan

Siraj is a senior global finance professional with extensive experience in corporate and global non-profits. Siraj Khan is a connoisseur of South Asian film music, who has also written scripts and directed numerous music concerts in the USA, South Asia and UAE. He believes in using art and culture to build invisible bridges between people and places. He helped establish the OP Nayyar Memorial Trust in Mumbai and manages the official website of the legendary Bollywood composer. Apart from Green Chillies Entertainment, he also serves on the Board of several other non-profits in the US and overseas. He received the 2024 Bethany B. Kendall Award for Excellence in Non-Profit Management. Siraj is also a featured author, writing on South Asian music, poetry, films (specially the vintage black & white classics), and film personalities. During the COVID-19 lockdown, he produced an independent film Mon Ampere (in Telugu), which was recognized at the Ibadan International Film Festival in 2023. Siraj has been recognized for his distinguished services in girls’ education, youth development and women empowerment. He considers himself a world citizen, living a life with no boundaries. He was born and raised in Pakistan and lives with his family in the suburbs of Boston.

General Secretary

Ditee Hossain

Ditee immigrated to the United States at the age of 9 with her parents and younger brother. She completed her studies in the Greater Philadelphia area, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing and Management from Penn State University. Coming from a family deeply rooted in the arts, Ditee inherited her love for music and dance from her father, a passionate music enthusiast who has performed on various stages across the tri-state area. Her admiration for Bollywood has been a lifelong passion, leading her to actively participate in numerous stage programs over the years. In 2014, Ditee joined Green Chillies Entertainment as a backstage manager during its debut show and has been an integral part of the production ever since. Throughout her time with GCE, she has embraced a variety of roles—dancer, emcee, and backstage manager. While she has shined in front of the audience, her true calling lies behind the curtains, where her organizational skills and dedication ensure every production runs seamlessly. Professionally, Ditee works as a data analyst. However, her heart belongs to Bollywood, with its vibrant music and dance deeply intertwined with her identity and passion.

Treasurer

Dharmendra Varma

Dharmendra Varma is popularly known as DV. Music is DV’s passion and has been singing professionally for over 20 years. He is also part of many professional singing groups such as Green Chilies Entertainment and performs live at Sweet Sixteen parties and Marriage Anniversaries, Navratri and other events. DV has participated in several competitions. He was a top 10 contestant at 3iii and was thewinner of the Karaoke Competition of Tri-State a few years back. His passion for singing comes from his family line - his grandmother was Radio Karachi singer.

Director of Operations

Rajinder Chugh

Rajinder Chugh brings a wealth of leadership & creative experience to Green Chillies Entertainment. A retired emergency physician with a distinguished leadership career managing multiple clinics. His leadership skills seamlessly transition into the entertainment industry, where he has actively contributed for over several years as a stage performer in Broadway-style Bollywood musicals. As a key Board member of Green Chillies Entertainment, Dr. Chugh plays an integral role in shaping its artistic vision and strategic growth. His passion for performance, coupled with his extensive experience in organizational leadership, makes him a valuable asset in delivering high-quality theatrical productions.

Director of Logistics

Ameeta Gupte

Ameeta is a Board-Certified Diabetes Educator and Registered Dietitian. She completed her Master’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from the University of Mumbai and Graduate Studies and Internship from the College of Saint Elizabeth Morristown NJ. She currently works as a Renal Dietitian at a dialysis center and also has a private practice. Ameeta is a mother of a professional singer. Her daughter wanted to perform with other talented singers, and this was the beginning of the long association with Green ChilliesEntertainment. This is what she had to say about Green Chillies Entertainment, “Standing backstage, I was really impressed with the stage management and the cast and crew. As a mother I felt the group was a safe environment for my daughter”. Ameeta lives with her husband, Shailesh and her two children in Hillsborough, NJ. She considers herself a nature lover and gardening is her hobby.

Dir of Marketing & Choreography

Janhavi Rane

Dr. Janhavi Rane is the President and CEO of Rane’s Dental Group, a thriving multi-location general and specialty dental practice. She leads a team of 22 professionals, 20 of whom are women, highlighting her commitment to fostering female leadership in healthcare.

Originally from Mumbai, India’s vibrant entertainment and cultural capital, Dr. Rane moved to the United States at the age of 18. She earned her dental credentials from prestigious institutions including New York University, Beth Israel Hospital, and Harvard University. With over two decades of experience in dentistry, she currently serves as an Officer of the New Jersey Dental Association.

Beyond her professional achievements, Dr. Rane is deeply passionate about Bollywood, fashion, and dance. She actively participates in numerous community and charity events, many of which focus on supporting the South Asian community in the U.S. A strong advocate for health and fitness, she maintains a disciplined physical regimen and embraces dance as both an art form and a personal passion.

Dr. Rane discovered Green Chillies Entertainment at one of their shows and instantly connected with their mission. The organization has since provided her with a creative platform to express her love for Bollywood music and dance. She has participated in and won multiple dance competitions and has also choreographed and directed several stage performances. Her talent and charisma earned her the title of Mrs. Universe East America 2022–23.

Dr. Rane resides in the Princeton area with her husband and is the proud mother of three children.