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Naiya Singh Padilla

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Naiya Singh Padilla
NBA unveils 'Imagine' spot honouring life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. As part of the league's "NBA Lane" campaign, the NBA has unveiled "Imagine," a spot that honours the life and legacy of Dr. King ahead of MLK Day, which falls on Monday, Jan. 17. Naiya Singh Padilla, also known as BKN Sam has been part of NBA Lane campaign, three times, celebrating NBA 75th Anniversary.  The 30-second video features Dwyane Wade, whose presence and voice are interpolated with footage from the Civil Rights Movement as well as some of the most powerful sound bites from Dr. King's "The American Dream" speech, given on July 4, 1965. Wade opens by saying "imagine changing the world by appealing to the hearts and minds of your neighbours." A group of children, including Naiya Singh Padilla, Juliet Donenfeld, Dax Rey, Kyrie McAlpin, and Mateo Ray Garcia are watching footage of Dr. King's speech. The children represent the next generation that has the power to bring about the change that is voiced in the spot. "The time is always right to do right," Dr. King is shown saying, while the captivated group of children watch him speak on the television. In a call to action, Wade closes by saying, "imagine all that power  Now, imagine all that power in you
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Naiya Singh Padilla is a talented and beautiful young actress on the rise, with a unique heritage that spans across multiple cultures and traditions. Born to a Punjabi East Indian mother from England and a Black and Mexican American father from California, Naiya's diverse background has shaped her world view and given her a deep appreciation for inclusivity and representation in the entertainment industry.

From a young age, Naiya showed a natural talent and passion for acting, impressing audiences with her poise, charisma, and undeniable presence on screen. Her parents have always been incredibly proud of their daughter and have supported her every step of the way as she pursued her dreams and honed her craft.

In addition to her acting talents, Naiya also has a love for sports, particularly volleyball and boogie boarding. Her active lifestyle and outgoing personality make her a joy to be around both on and off set.

Recently, Naiya was featured in the NBA's 75th anniversary campaign, an incredible honor that saw her sharing the spotlight with some of the biggest stars and legends in basketball history. She also had the opportunity to narrate alongside Michael B. Jordan, cementing her status as a rising talent in the entertainment industry.

As the sister of fellow actor Elijah Surin Padilla, Naiya is part of a dynamic sibling duo that is taking the entertainment industry by storm. With her unique background, natural talent, and commitment to breaking down barriers and promoting inclusivity in Hollywood, there is no doubt that Naiya Singh Padilla is a star to watch in the years to come.
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    Dee Bradley Baker in Star Wars: The Bad Batch (2021)
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    • Sami
    • SP-39(voice)
    End of the world (2022)
    End of the world
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    • Florence
    • 2022
    Sports Day Is Coming (2019)
    Sports Day Is Coming
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    • Natalya
    • 2019
    A Day Without Parents (2021)
    A Day Without Parents
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    • Stella
    • 2021

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    • Flight to Fight
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    • Goldie (2025)
      Goldie
      8.1
      TV Series
      • Fulbright (voice)
      • 2025
    • Dee Bradley Baker in Star Wars: The Bad Batch (2021)
      Star Wars: The Bad Batch
      7.8
      TV Series
      • SP-39
      • Sami (voice)
      • 2024
    • End of the world (2022)
      End of the world
      Short
      • Florence
      • 2022
    • Legends of the Lane (2022)
      Legends of the Lane
      5.0
      Short
      • NBA Sam
      • 2022
    • Bill Russell, Dirk Nowitzki, LeBron James, and Kevin Durant in Welcome to NBA Lane (2022)
      Welcome to NBA Lane
      Short
      • NBA Sam
      • 2022
    • A Day Without Parents (2021)
      A Day Without Parents
      Short
      • Stella
      • 2021
    • Welcome Home (2021)
      Welcome Home
      Short
      • Jasmine
      • 2021
    • Baron Davis, Pau Gasol, Shawn Marion, Sue Bird, The Kid Mero, Desus Nice, and Quavo in NBA: Celebrate Christmas Day with the NBA Family (2021)
      NBA: Celebrate Christmas Day with the NBA Family
      Short
      • NBA Sam
      • 2021
    • The Lemonade Switch (2021)
      The Lemonade Switch
      Short
      • Willow
      • 2021
    • Sports Day Is Coming (2019)
      Sports Day Is Coming
      Short
      • Natalya
      • 2019

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