Cumming, GA, August 2, 2025: A packed hall erupted in applause as ten neurodiverse individuals took the stage at the LuckyWe2 Georgia USA 2025 pageant — the first event of its kind in the state designed to celebrate the unique talents and personalities of neurodiverse participants. Held at Celebrations Banquet Hall, the event marked a groundbreaking step toward building inclusive spaces within Georgia’s South Asian and broader community.
From heartfelt dance performances to spontaneous song, participants lit up the stage with joy and confidence, cheered on by a roomful of friends, family members, and supporters. The evening broke away from traditional pageant models, focusing instead on visibility, acceptance, and self-expression for those with neurological differences such as autism and ADHD.
“This wasn’t about competition,” said one attendee. “It was a celebration — of courage, diversity, and community support.”
The event was organized by LuckyWe2, an event management company founded by Indian American entrepreneur Lakshmi Mandavilli. Inspired by her experience at a neurodiverse event last year, Mandavilli envisioned a platform where neurodiverse individuals could be seen, heard, and honored for who they are. She and her team — Chalamayya Batchu, Priya Dharmendran, Priya Kumar, and Sneha Kalvakota — worked behind the scenes to bring that vision to life…