DAY 1: 8.4.2025
Football for Invictus 2025 was held from 8th to 14th April 2025, at Endpoint and MIT football
ground. Teams from multiple colleges participated, battling through several intense matches
that led up to the quarter-finals and semi-finals.
KMC Manipal’s A team showed strong performance throughout, advancing confidently.
However, after a tightly contested match with FMMC ending in a draw, they were edged out
in penalty shootouts.
The tournament concluded with an energetic final marking the end of a thrilling football saga.
The winners of the event are:
🥇: JNMC
🥈: FMMC
Held at Marena Badminton Courts from 8th to 14th April, Badminton during Invictus 2025 was a great hit. With a staggering 22 teams for the men’s event, 15 teams for the women’s event and 20 teams for the mixed doubles, there was no shortage of exemplary gameplay. From beautiful smashes to even better drops, all teams certainly brought their A game.
The winners of the event are:
Men’s:
1st place: 🥇SDM DHARWAD
2nd place:🥈KMC Mangalore
Women’s:
1st place: 🥇KMC Mangalore 2nd place:🥈KIMS Bangalore
Mixed Doubles:
1st place:🥇 KMC Mangalore 2 2nd place:🥈 KIMS Bangalore 1
The Western Vocal Duet was the first cultural event for Invictus 2025. It was held on 8th April at TMA Pai halls and consisted of 9 teams. The judges for the event were Dr. Reena Parveen ma’am from the Pharmacology department and Dr. Yash Alok sir from the Forensics department. The participants sang beautiful medleys and their voices wove into mesmerising symphonies that left the audience in awe. The results were:
1st place: 🥇 KMC Manipal
2nd place:🥈 KS Hedge
3rd place: 🥉 KMC Manipal
Day 2: 09.04.2025
The Eastern Solo Dance held on 9th April at 4:30 pm was an event not to be missed.
The displays were semi-classical, weaving bharatnatyam, kathak with bollywood styles.
Participants were judged by Jitin sir and Ajay sir from the surgery department, on the basis of
creativity, coordination, and the smoothness of the steps. After a close competition with
abundant talent and agility in the forefront, KMC Mangalore bagged first place. AFMC and KMC
Manipal tied for second place, and SDUMC came in third. The Eastern Solo Dance captured the
essence of dance as a beautiful form of expression.
The Instrumental Solo Competition, an event of Invictus organized by KMC Manipal, was held
on April 9th at 12 PM in TMA Pai Hall 3. The venue buzzed with anticipation as talented
musicians from various colleges took the stage, each bringing their unique flair and mastery of
their instruments.
Participants showcased a wide range of styles, from classical to contemporary, captivating the
audience with soulful melodies and technical brilliance. The atmosphere was electric, with every
performance met with enthusiastic applause and admiration.
The winners of the event are:
1st place: 🥇KMC Manipal and AFMC
2nd place: 🥈KMC Manipal and AFMC
3rd place: 🥉KMC Manipal
Congratulations to all the winners!
The Relay Writing was held on 9th April 2025 as a part of the Literary events of Invictus ‘25 ,
drawing enthusiastic participation from students across various colleges. The event aimed to
test spontaneity, creativity, and teamwork through collaborative storytelling. Students
participated in teams with each member contributing a section of the story within a limited
time.
The stories evolved with each turn, leading to unexpected and imaginative twists. It was
exciting to watch ideas flow as participants built on each other’s inputs without prior
discussion. The room buzzed with energy and creativity throughout the event.
Judging was based on creativity, originality, and flow of ideas.The event received positive
feedback and served as a great platform for showcasing literary talent while fostering
collaboration and quick thinking.
The winners of the event are:
1st place:🥇 M S Ramaiah
2nd place:🥈 SSIMS & RC
3rd place:🥉 SSMC
Day 3: 10.04.2025
The Invictus Mime Competition, held in the evening of 10th April in TMA Pai Hall 3, was a spellbinding display of sheer talent. Artists from colleges across the region gathered to put forth powerful performances on challenging topics and pressing issues, igniting fire in the minds of all who watched. The winning team made the bold move of opting for a silent mime, with no backtrack supporting them, truly showcasing their acting skills and directing to be a cut above the rest. The judges also had a sharp eye for talent, prioritising emotion and screenplay in making their judgement. The artists were able to spark conversations and connections through silence – proving once again that actions do indeed speak louder than words.
The winners of the event are:
1st place: 🥇MCODS Manipal
2nd place: 🥈KMC Manipal
Day 4: 11.04.2025
The Face Painting event was held on 11th April 2025 at TMA Pai Halls 2 from 5:00 PM as
part of KMC’s annual fest, Invictus 2025. Participants from multiple colleges joined in,
showcasing their creativity through vibrant and artistic face designs.
The event saw enthusiastic involvement, with colorful paints and lively energy filling the
venue. It provided a relaxed and enjoyable space for expression and fun.
Entries were judged based on creativity and neatness. The event was well-received and
added a splash of color to a well awaited fest.
The winners of the event are:
1st place:🥇JNMC (Aadya, Navya)
2nd place:🥈BLDE (Apoorva, Baishali)
3rd place:🥉BLDE (Hardik, Natalya)
The Mad Ads event for Invictus 2025 was held on 11th of April at TMA Pai halls. There were a total of 4 teams who dazzled everyone with their creativity and dramatic flair; selling things with a zeal that anyone would envy. The judges for the event were Dr. Reena, from Pharmacology and Dr. Chandini, from Anatomy. The first prize was bagged by KMC Manipal.
The Non-Thematic Dance program of this edition’s Invictus was nothing short of spectacular. Held
on 11th June in the magical atmosphere of the amphitheatre, it began at 6:30pm to the excited
cheers from the crowd. Competitors merged folk dance and Indian dance forms with a variety of
other styles, creating spell- binding displays of agility and grace. Judged by Rajat sir and Dr.
Nandini Bhat ma’am, JIPMER bagged first place, with FMMC coming in second and KMC
Manipal third. The dance was definitely a treat for the eyes and soul.
The Table Tennis Tournament of this year’s Invictus was held on 11 and 12th April. In the team
event category, teams were divided into pools and matches were held in the Round Robin
format. The top teams from each pool move on to the semifinals. The individual category was
conducted as a knockout event. The initial league matches were in the format of best of 3 sets,
while playoffs were best of 5. After the series of energy-packed matches, the men’s team event
winners were KMC Manipal A with KMC Mangalore as runners up; the women’s winners were
KMC Mangalore, with AB Shetty Dental College in second place. The men’s singles winners
were Pranav Rajora first, and Abhinit reddy second; the women’s first place was Aarna Sadotra,
and runner up was Neeha Jael. The tournament was seamlessly organised and a good
success.
Day 5: 12.04.2025
The Invictus Fashion Show, held on 12th April, 2025, was a huge success. Initially organized at the Amphitheater, the venue had to be shifted to the TMA Pai Hall 3 after unexpected rains. But the showers didn’t dampen the spirits of the performers, who put on a dazzling display of fashion and awed the crowds with their feisty walks and truly innovative designs. The event served as a testament to the creativity and originality that courses through the veins of our ambitious students and showed us that college is much more than just textbooks and exams.
The winners of the event are:
1st prize: 🥇SDUMC
2nd prize: 🥈KMC Manipal
The Invictus Eastern Vocals Group competition, held in the afternoon of 12th April at TMA Pai Hall 3, was a musical extravaganza. Artists from across the region came forth to portray immense talent – remarkably stable vocals and breathtaking vocal range. Great instrumental dexterity was also displayed on instruments like the piano and the evergreen clapbox. The judges, Mr. Lakshmi Narayan Upadhyay and Mrs. Vidushi Umashankari, watched intently, absorbing every nuance and detail of the performances. The evening was a testament to the power of music, leaving both audience and judges in awe of the young vocal talent.
The winners of the event are:
1st place: 🥇KMC Manipal
2nd place: 🥈SDUMC
3rd place: 🥉KMC Manipal
The Potpourri Event held on the afternoon of 12th of April at KMC Manipal was a vibrant
medley of spontaneous creativity, sharp wit, and quirky fun that had participants thinking on their
feet and laughing out loud. Held as part of the literary fest, this event drew a diverse crowd
eager to show off their flair for the unexpected.
The competition featured a whirlwind of engaging rounds, each designed to challenge a different
skill. It kicked off with a fast-paced quiz round that tested both brains and buzzers, followed by
an energetic game of Pictionary, where frantic sketches led to even funnier guesses. The
Heads Up round had teams yelling clues and laughing, while Dumb Charades brought a
classic twist of silent drama and exaggerated actions. The most chaotic fun came with the
Questions Only Game, where participants could only respond with questions—one slip into a
statement, and they were out. It was a true test of presence of mind and quick thinking.
Cheers and giggles filled the room as teams battled it out with infectious energy. The audience
played a lively role throughout, joining in the excitement.
The winners of the event are:
1st place: 🥇Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College
2nd place: 🥈KMC Manipal and Manipal School of Commerce and Economics
3rd place: 🥉Shri B M Patil Medical College
Day 6: 13.04.2025
The Invictus Inter-College Squash Tournament, held on 13th April, 2025 at the Marena Squash Court, was a dazzling display of athletic talent and brilliance. The wonderfully talented players showcased their skills through a chain of tournaments that lasted well into the evening. It was the perfect opportunity to bring together talented players from across the country and have them test their skills against each other.
The winners of the event are:
Mens singles:
1st place: 🥇Kushagra (KMC MPL)
2nd place: 🥈Dhruv (KMC MPL)
3rd place: 🥉Aakash (MGMC)
Women’s singles:
1st place: 🥇Aadrita (KMC MPL)
2nd place: 🥈Anushka (KMC MPL)
3rd place: 🥉Yukti (KMC MLR)
Team event:
1st place: 🥇KMC Manipal
2nd place: 🥈KMC Manipal
3rd place: 🥉KMC Mangalore
Day 7: 14.04.2025
Invictus 2025 came to an end on the 14th of May, 2025. It was an immensely successful event, and had a huge turnout. Many different institutions from all over the country took part in a variety of events over the course of this week, and what we got to see as a result can only be described as a week of sporting frenzy and exuberant culture. The KMC greens transformed into a vibrant hub of passion and creativity, which was a sight to behold.
The final day marked the end of the various sports events. These included back and forth games of basketball, long and cagey rallies of badminton, tactically brilliant innings of cricket, as well as masterclasses in skill and solidity as commonly seen in the beautiful game. Lightning quick athletes could be seen gunning for first place over at the race track, with a flurry of punchy puck shots heard not too far away, at the hockey arena. All of these sporting events had their final games on this day, greatly adding to the suspense felt all around the campus.
With all the sporting events going on, it wouldn’t be unfair to assume that there wasn’t much of an air of culture. This wasn’t the case though, as there was a short film screening held as part of the overarching fest. The top five films from one of the events from an earlier day were on display as part of the screening. This was a display of incredible cinematic prowess and creative expression.
Invictus is celebrated as more than just a fest. It is an integral part of KMC Manipal’s legacy. Not only did this edition of the fest do justice to said legacy, it served to build on it significantly. All in all, it can be stated with a great deal of certainty that Invictus 2024 went above and beyond.
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