Award of Distinction to Slovak Film -The Cellar

Award of Distinction to Slovak Film -The Cellar at 15th Global Film Festival

Noida: On the second day of the 15th Global Film Festival Noida, the screening of the movie “The Cellar” from Slovak was organised.  The session began with the address by Festival President Dr Sandeep Marwah, where he enlightened the audience about the Indo-Slovak relation and forum. He also shared how the two countries are building strong bonds through art and culture.

On this occasion, H E Robert Maxian, talked about the movie “The Cellar” and how it is a significant milestone in the evolution of the art, culture and cinema of Slovak. He elaborated how this movie strengthened relations among other countries. Followed by Screening of the film “The Cellar – a strong storyline composition that pierces into the depths of the soul of the audience”.

The story is about the marriage of Milan and Tana Labat is going through crisis. Discontent and vigorous Tana considers her husband, who avoids to resolve problems, a sissy. Their 16-year old daughter Lenka takes their alienation very hard. But one night during summer holidays will change their lives.

The film is produced by Livia Filusova, Co-Produced by Anna Gutovskaya, Cinematography by Martin Ziaran, Directed by Igor Voloshin Written by Marian Puobis & Richard Pupala cast includes Jean Marc Barr, Olga Simonova, John Robinson, Milan Ondrik, Dalibor Stofan,

An Award of Distinction was announced for the Slovak film- The Cellar by the festival President Dr Sandeep Marwah, and handed over to H.E. Robert Maxian, the Ambassador of Slovak, present on the occasion.

The event was presented  by International Film and Television Cub and supported by International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, World Peace Development and Research Foundation, Asian Unity Alliance, Indo Slovakia Film and Cultural Forum, and AAFT University.

Film from Myanmar Appreciated by Audience at 15th Global Film Festival

Film from Myanmar was Honoured with Award of Distinction at 15th GFFN

Noida: On the second day of the 15th Global Film Festival Noida, a film screening of the movie “The Attachment” from Myanmar was organised. The guest panel included Festival President Dr Sandeep Marwah, Renowned Actor Brijendra Kala, Rajan Sehgal Chairman at TAAI- (Travel Agents Association of India)  and the Ambassador of Myanmar to India HE Moe Kyaw Aung.

Addressing the gathering, Festival President Dr. Sandeep Marwah expressed his happiness regarding the Indo-Myanmar relations and forum and how it’s helping to build good relations between both the countries. He laid stress on the importance of film and cultural tourism and how that industry is flourishing with time. He said that two countries can definitely come together with the help of art and culture.

Rajan Sehgal said that Global Film Festival Noida is a great platform for all the students to be have a wider exposure and learn from the top-notch Industry professionals. Renowned actor Brijendra Kala said that events like these should keep going on even in the future. He also said that age does not and will never matter as long as one has the passion and will to learn and achieve something big. He shared some acting tips with the students of AAFT.

The Ambassador of Myanmar HE Moe Kyaw Aung mentioned about good cultural relations between India and Myanmar. He said that “film is a medium to promote people to people contact and understanding”. He also said that his country is very closely related to the Indian film industry and hence expressed his wish of inviting Indian filmmakers to produce films in Myanmar.

The award of distinction for the film “The Attachment” was presented by Dr. Sandeep Marwah to HE Moe Kyaw Aung alongside presentation of mementos to the esteemed guests. The event was coordinated by  Assistant Professor Ruhi  of AAFT School of Animation  and   Assistant Professor Niharika of AAFT School of PR Events & Advertising. The event was supported by International Film and Television Club, International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, Asian Unity Alliance, World Peace Development and Research Foundation and Indo Myanmar Film and Culture Forum.

Film Detonation from Belarus Won the Hearts at 15th Global Film Festival

Film  Detonation from Belarus Won the Hearts at 15th Global Film Festival

Noida: On the second day of 15th Global Film Festival, commenced at Marwah Studios, an award winning film “Detonation” from Belarus was screened, later which was given the ‘Award of Distinction’ by Dr. Sandeep Marwah Chancellor AAFT University & President of the festival.

The cast for the movie includes Andrey Senkin and Dariya Karpechenkova. The movie revolved around The Second World War. On the territory of liberated Belarus, a large amount of work on mine clearance of the territories from the remnants of war: unexploded mines and shells left in the ground is carried out. In order to clear the territories, volunteers squads from the members of OSOAVIAKHIM are formed narrated by Ms. Anastasiya Vorakh Counsellor at Embassy of Belarus, who also inaugurated the film event.

 A book titled  “Growth and Mindset” written by  Samaresh Shah of Niti Aayog, was also released, which basically revolves around how to build wealth and one can lean the real meaning of inner growth. The other guests present on the occasion were Film Maker AAFTian Rajinder Saigal , Actor AAFTian Masoom Singh,  known for his role in Back to Dad, and Neha Singh the founder of Freizeit Media OTT Channel.

The vote of thanks was proposed by Dr. Akriti SIngh. The event was supported by Indo Belarus Film and Cultural Forum, International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, International Film and Television Club, Asian Unity Alliance and World Peace Development and Research Foundation. Film was appreciated by one and all.

Film From Venezuela Steel Clad Honoured with Award of Distinction

Film From  Venezuela Steel Clad Honoured with Award of Distinction

Noida:  On the second day of the 15th Global Film Festival Noida, a film from Venezuela “Steel- Clad”, was screened at the festival. During the screening, the Festival President, Dr. Sandeep Marwah said “Art is an essential element to build relations between countries”. He enlightened the audience about the Indo-Venezuela Film and Cultural Forum and relation between the two countries.

“Thirty years back we gave one term to English dictionary that is “Film & Cultural Tourism”, no body could understand that but now every country is talking about it. To honour our own term we have been able to attract three million people so far to Noida Film City under Film and Cultural Tourism,” expressed Dr. Sandeep Marwah President Marwah Studios and founder of Noida Film City.

Addressing the gathering, Mr. Alfredo Caldera, talked about Venezuela’s solitary cinema and how the movie, “Steel Clad” is a significant milestone in the evolution of the art, culture and cinema of Venezuela. He also extended his gratitude, to connect with ICMEI and India. Lastly, he explained how these events strengthen relations between the countries and are essential tools to propagate cinema. 

 Dr. Sandeep Marwah felicitated  Alfredo Caldera, with the distinction award for the film “Steel Clad” for being one of the most distinguished films of the festival, which was followed by the screening of “Steel Clad”. The event was supported by AAFT University, AUA-Asian Unity Alliance,, ICMEI-International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry and WPDRF-World Peace Development and Research Foundation.

World Class Exhibition of Photography at 15th Global Film Festival

Exhibition of Photography by Students of AAFT at 15th Global Film Festival

Noida: For me photography is no different than art. I see photography as a tool just like painting, sculpture or other artistic manifestation that serves an artist in order to express himself. Photography is still a very new medium and everything must be tried and dared. Photography is not a sport. It has no rules. It’s the result it counts no matter how it’s achieved.” Spoke Dr. Sandeep Marwah at the inauguration of exhibition of Photographs by AAFT School of Photography at 15th Global Film Festival Noida 2022.

“You don’t make a photograph just with a camera. You bring to the act of photography all the pictures you have seen, the books you have read, the music you have heard, the people you have loved. Never take a picture of anything you are not passionately interested in,” expressed Dr. Amol Kolhe Actor & Member Parliament Lok Sabha while lighting the ceremonial lamp and inaugurating of the exhibition.

Neelam Sharma Model & VJ, Kanchan Bhor Actress, Priya Dhingra Social Media Influencer, Shubh Malhotra Film Stylist, Katianna Ley Actress from Slovenia, Tatiana Bhardwaj Secretary General of Russia House Federation, Jaswinder Gardner Actress, Dr. P K Rajput from Ahmedabad, Surendra Jagtap Film Producer, Dr. Mariann Erdo Cultural Counsellor of Embassy of Hungary were the other guests at the inauguration of exhibition.

The exhibition remained open for three days. Thousands of people appreciated the exhibition which was world class display of art. The event was supported by International Film and Television Club, International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, AAFT University, WPDRF, and Asian Unity Alliance.

Seminar on Importance of Social Media in Film Production at 15th GFFN

Seminar During 15th Global Film Festival Noida 2022 at Marwah Studios

Noida: Social Media are interactive media technologies that facilitate the creation and sharing of information, ideas, interests, and other forms of expression through virtual communities and networks.  The office of Communications and Marketing manages the main Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube accounts etc.,” initiated Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of 15^th Global Film Festival Noida 2022, Seminar on the first day of the festival on Social Media and Cinema.

“Big film studios and indie film production companies alike are mastering the tools of social media to tell the stories of their projects, drive the conversations and generate that all important buzz well before their projects are seen by audiences,” added Malena Rojas Medina Cultural Counsellor, Embassy of Cuba.

“Social media marketing is a very useful tool for introducing your venue to new audiences, or further engaging existing ones. It is also particularly useful for targeting audiences for more niche screenings and events,” expressed Rajesh Talang renowned actor from Mumbai.

“Digital media has restructured working models for the music, television, film, and publishing industries. As a result, TV shows and movies have gradually embraced the on-demand mode on every electronic device,” said Dr. P.K. Rajput former Vice President Cadila Pharmaceuticals.

“Social media is important because it allows you to reach, nurture, and engage with your target audience — no matter their location. When a business can use social media to connect with its audience, it can use social media to generate brand awareness, leads, sales, and revenue,” informed Hemant Nitin Das writer, producer and Cinema Director.

“The Internet simplifies the process of entering films into contests and makes it possible to network with many more people. Most of all, it allows filmmakers to get their work “out there”, getting attention on the web before a movie mogul ever sees it,” said Deepak Kalra renowned Youtuber & Actor.

“Overall, creating a social media profile is a no brainer for any business but can be incredibly useful for filmmakers. Taking time to plan out your strategy, look at trends and trying creative marketing techniques will provide you with a way to engage potential audiences and build movie hype,” said Priya Dhingra Social Media Influencer.

The event was conducted by Ashok Tyagi Director Festival, Dr. Sneha Samandar Associate Director School of Cinema anchored the program and Sushil Bharti proposed vote of thanks. Later Dr. Sandeep Marwah presented dignities with festival memento. The event was supported by Asian Unity Alliance, ICMEI, AAFT University and WPDRF.

Sandeep Marwah Honoured by South Korean Delegation

Sandeep Marwah Honoured by the Delegation from South Korea at Noida

Noida: A powerful delegation comprising of some important delegates from South Korea visited International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry at Global Headquarters at Marwah Studios, Noida Film City to develop and promote business relations between India and South Korea.

“We are amazed to see the kind of work Dr. Sandeep Marwah has been executing from this part of the World. I have never heard single man representative of 67 countries of the World. We together would love to honour Dr. Marwah for his untiring contribution towards promoting India and South Korea relations through art and culture,” said Chin-Uk Chong Governor of International Humanity General Union, Seoul, South Korea.

“I have a lot to do with south Korea. Recently we had a dance and cultural program by the students from South Korea. We have regular visitors from this beautiful country. I have already been to South Korea (Seoul & Busan) for two international summits. I am humbled to receive this appreciation from a group of that stature,” expressed Dr. Sandeep Marwah.

Ms. Chaewon KIM President (Cosmetic Company) International K-Beauty Association, Ms. Younghee KO Vice Governor (Skin care specialist) International Humanity General Union,  Yongwoon JEON President (Cosball Cosmetic C.E.O.) International Digital Asset Association, Jinyoun KIM Vice President International K-Beauty Association, Ms. YOM Namsook President Korea-India Culture Exchange Association and Ms. Heabin Song India Collect Director Korea Wave News/ HTV were the part of the delegation.

Dr Marwah presented copy of his biography to all the members of delegation. Later also presented delegates with the membership of Indo Korean Film and Cultural Forum of ICMEI. The event was supported by AAFT University, Asian Unity Alliance and Prithvi Yoga Centre. Dr. Gopal Ji of Global Yog Alliance, Acharya Satya Narain of Confederation of World Religion were also present there.

Katianna Ley from Slovenia on Board of AAFT

                                      Katianna Lay Renowned Actress from Slovenia on the Board of AAFT

Noida: We are pleased to announce the induction of Katianna Ley from Slovenia on the board of AAFT. It is always been our practice to have people from abroad as part of our education system so that international exposure of students can be brought to the campus,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios and Chancellor AAFT University.

I am more than happy to be part of AAFT. It is one of the finest institutions of the World. There is so much to learn from Dr. Sandeep Marwah. My experience of Global Film Festival is extra ordinary. I would love to share my experience with students of AAFT,” expressed Katianna Ley.

Katianna Ley is an actress and TV host, known for her own Tv jewellery show, movie Safe, movie Addiction. She studied sociology, finished music school and after her studies found passion in acting and professional dancing. As a child she was playing piano, but her big wish was to dance and perform on stage. She became salsa dancer, in 2016 she represented Slovenia at World salsa summit competition. Meanwhile she finished acting school Dramska sola Satirikon by well known Russian professor Viktor Ljubutin, where she brushed up her passion in acting. She was also a part of Jewellery TV show, called Galerija nakita for Slovenian channel.

Following up a successful 2016-17 stint on Hungarian television, Katianna shoot in 2019 scenes for Safe, an American short film being shot in Cannesl by American director Sanelle Sibanda, a Cannes alumnus. Safe stars Katianna in the role of Blanka. The action-packed film co-stars Hollywood actors Sabrina Culver and Karl J. Morris.

Workshop by American Film Maker Mukesh Modi at AAFT

Indian American Film Maker Mukesh Modi at Marwah Studios Noida Film City

Noida: Award-Winning Indian American Filmmaker and Director Mukesh Modi visited Asian Academy of Film and Television and shared his vast experience in film business with the students of Cinema. The event was supported by Indo US Film and Cultural Forum of ICMEI.

Mukesh Modi has been the producer and director of feature films like -The Elevator: Award-Winning Film Starring Oscar Nominee Eric Roberts and Recipient of Three Awards for Best Film, Best Actor (Eric Roberts), and Best Director.

As an industry innovator, Modi decided to be the change by launching a widely successful streaming service—Indie Films World (IFW). “Indie Films World is a one-stop Over the Top (OTT) Platform for the new world of entertainment in streaming movies, web series, live TV, TV shows, podcasts, and more. IFW is dedicated to providing content that is unique, dynamic, and difficult to find elsewhere. Best of all, members can watch on-demand or select an affordable plan,” said Mukesh Modi.

A brain storming session was conducted followed by large number of questions were answered by Mukesh. Dr Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios honoured the guest with the life membership of International Film and Television Club of AAFT.

Efforts of Every Nation will Bring World Peace- Sandeep Marwah

Sandeep Marwah Presented Life Membership of WPDRF to Guru Dileep from USA

Noida: “Peace remains a goal for introspective individuals around the world. The lifelong search for inner peace challenges us to learn more about ourselves while allowing us to evolve with the seasons. Peace cannot be kept by force. It can only be achieved by understanding, Efforts of every country will bring World Peace,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of World Peace Development and Research Foundation in a small meet on the visit of His Holiness Guru Dileep from USA.

India has always been the capital of spirituality. Peace for individual  is necessary   which can be attained through Meditation, controlling your emotions and respect for everything. Let us create a beautiful environment by respecting and loving every one irrespective of their cast, creed, religion, colour, status etc.,” said Acharya Satyendra Narain of Confederation of World Religion.

“We are also contributing to the World Peace through number of workshops, seminars, interactions, symposiums, and trying to bring like-minded people together to spread the word of Peace,” said Avadhuta H.H. Jagat Guru Dileep Maharaj from New York, USA.

Later Dr. Sandeep Marwah presented Guru Ji with life membership of WPDRF-World Peace Development and Research Foundation of Marwah Studios and highlighted Indo American Film and Cultural Forum of ICMEI. Radio Noida 107.4FM and MSTV also covered the event for broadcasting.

ICMEI Celebrated Independence Day of Libya

Celebration of Independence Day of Libya at ICMEI Headquarters at Noida

Noida: I on behalf of Indo Libya Film and Cultural Forum of International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, and complete fraternity of art and culture take this opportunity to extend my hearties congratulations to H.E. and people of Libya on the Independence Day of Libya which falls on 24^th December,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of ICMEI and Chair for Indo Libya Film and Cultural Forum.

India has been extending scholarships and training Libyan personnel under its Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation Program, The Indian Council for Cultural Relations  (ICCR) and under the India-Africa Summit Program. Libya has been linked to the Pan African E Network Projects  being undertaken by India. Very soon ICMEI will also start its cooperation through Embassy of Libya in India.

A poster was released on this occasion by the staff and management of ICMEI at the International Headquarters of the Chamber.

Sandeep Marwah Chaired CEGR 5th Education Summit in Bangalore

Inauguration of 5th Education Summit of CEGR by Thaawar Chand Gehlot

Bangalore: The biggest change what we are looking in education is the change in the definition of Education. The new education policy is just the indication. We all must put in efforts to make it a very vibrant industry. Education is the need of the hour,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of CEGR- Centre for Education Growth and Research and Chancellor AAFT University of Media and Arts at the opening session of 5^th Education Summit in Bangalore.

“Centre for Education Growth and Research (CEGR) is the leading and only education think tank in India, credited with four innovations. CEGR provides a platform for exchange of dialogue among educationists, the media and policy makers and augments educational growth and research. With over 10,000 aligned academicians, corporate and researchers, the CEGR National Council includes 100 Vice Chancellors from various regions of India and leading industrialists,” informed Dr. Sandeep Marwah to the house full of academicians from different parts of the country.

“Deep down, every good teacher knows the impact and importance of education. It isn’t just about learning reading, writing and different subjects  at school. Instead, formal education is about gaining the knowledge and the skills needed to become a better person and create a better society to live in,” said Thaawar Chand Gehlot Honourable Governor of Karnataka while lighting the ceremonial lamp at inauguration of 5^th Education Summit.

“The goal of education is the advancement of knowledge and the dissemination of truth. Knowledge is power. We all have to bring standards in education. Indian education system is big but it needs to add more quality to it,” Gehlot added.

Present on the occasion Mohit Soni CEO Media & Entertainment Skill Council, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Dr. Abhilasha Gaur, CEO Electronic Sector Skill Council Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Er. B.S.  Yadav National Vice President CEGR, Manish Kothari President CEGR Karnataka State also spoke on the occasion.

Ravish Roshan Director CEGR briefed  the house with the activities of CEGR and later proposed vote of thanks to all the dignities. Dr. Sandeep Marwah presented awards and mementos to some of the prominent educationist in higher education.

AAFT President Sandeep Marwah in Nepal

A tour to Nepal by Indo Nepal Film and Cultural Forum

Kathmandu: This tiny landlocked country sandwiched between the two most populated countries in the world, India, and China. Although some know it as the home to the world’s tallest mountain Mount Everest and other giant Himalayan mountains.,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of AAFT School of Hospitality and Tourism while talking to the press at Dwarika 's Hotel at Kathmandu.

“To me, Nepal is wondrous. It is full of ancient stories and beautiful temples, not to mention the world’s most magnificent mountain range. You feel like coming back again,” added Dr. Marwah who was visiting Nepal with a group of twenty five people from different segments of life supported by Tourism Committee of International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry.

In a span of few days the group visited Hotel Marriot, Hotel Taj Vivanta, Hotel Dwarika and Hotel Chandragiri Hills Resort. The cable tour to Chandragiri Hills, Pushapati Temple, Budhanilkantha Temple, Boudhanath and various markets of the city.

Sandeep Marwah has been invited by mny industrial houses and government bodies to visit again. Indo Nepal Film and Cultural Forum will plan again a trip to Nepal. Even the students of AAFT School of Hospitality & Tourism will make a short trip soon.

The Founder of Noida Film City Sandeep Marwah in Goa

Sandeep Marwah with Shashi Kumar and Dr. Nixan Thottan of DNMCI in Goa

Panjim: “There is a need to gather all the media persons, media houses who all are dealing in social media so that a federation can be created for their benefit and welfare. They all are still working in a very haphazard manner, they all need to be streamlined at National level,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah founder of Noida Film City & President of Marwah Studios while replying to the question asked by local media.

“We need to set some rules, some basic education, some experience in journalism, some identification so that media person should not forget their responsibility towards society. I am happy that Dr. Nixan Thottan of DNMCI-Digital News and Media Council of India has taken this responsibility to bring, if not all, at least many people to come under one roof to discuss the matter,” added Dr. Sandeep Marwah during his stay at Hotel Taj Village at Goa.

Later Dr. Nixan Thottan briefed Dr. Sandeep Marwah about the organisation and its activities. Twenty-Eight states and five Union Territories will have state offices & heads for which selection process is on. Dr. Nixan was companied by Shashi Kumar.

Sandeep Marwah Met Chief Minister of Goa to Promote Films

Sandeep Marwah Met Chief Minister of Goa Dr. Pramod Sawant to Promote Films

Panjim: Renowned international film, Television and Media person Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios met the Chief Minister of Goa Dr. Pramod Sawant in his official residence to discuss and brief him about the film activities Marwah Studios has been involved in.

Dr. Sandeep Marwah congratulated Chief Minister for successful completion of 53^rd Film festival and inauguration of new airport in Goa. He also talked about the scope of film and Television education & business in Goa. Sandeep Marwah, the nine World Record Holder in media, is the founder of Noida Film City, Marwah Studios and Asian Academy of Film and Television. He is the cultural Ambassador of many countries in India and is the producer of largest number of short films in the World.

Dr. Marwah is teacher to twenty thousand professionals hailing from 145 countries of the World. He was accompanied by Dr. Nixan Thortan of Goa, Secretary General of Digital News and Media Council of India.

ICMEI Join Hands with Federation of Small & Medium Enterprises Nepal

                        ICMEI and Federation of Small & Medium Enterprises Nepal Will Work Together

Kathmandu: International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry will work together with Federation of Small And Medium Enterprises Nepal touching Film, Television, Media, Fashion, Design, Hospitality, Tourism, Education, Animation, Health & Wellness and Performing arts informed Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of ICMEI during his conversation with press at Hotel Marriott
in Kathmandu.

We are ready to join hands with big brother India in any of these fields as mentioned by Dr. Marwah so that more business can be generated through Indian establishments. We have always been looking up to India for more business,” said Babu Kaji Maharjan President Federation of Small & Medium Enterprises Nepal.

Dr. Sandeep Marwah President Marwah Studios and Chair for Indo Nepal Film and Cultural Forum also met Shanta Kumar Shrestha General Secretary Nepal International Exhibition Association, Sheetal Taluja Motivational Speaker, Bharat Sapkota politician and Pramila Thapa former Registrar & Member Secretary of Senate in Purbaanchal University during his stay in Kathmandu.

Sandeep Marwah Invited by Film Fraternity to Join Film City Nepal

Sandeep Marwah Invited by Film Fraternity of Nepal to Join Nepal Film City

Kathmandu: Renowned film, television and media personality Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios and Founder of Noida Film City, was invited by the film fraternity of Nepal to be on the board of Film City Nepal, on his recent visit to Kathmandu.

“We hereby invite you to be a part of our film city. We have been trying to establish film business for a long time, we need an experienced person like Sandeep Marwah who can guide us and make film city Nepal a viable project,” said Madan Dass Shrestha senior Artist and promoter of Nepal Film City after a long discussion with Sandeep Marwah at Hotel Marriot.

“We are open to discussion. The Indo Nepal Film and Cultural Forum has already initiated to propagate the interest of Indian Film Makers in Nepal. Film Federation of India can also play a role where I am also the member of Executive Council. We will promote Nepali Cinema in India through film festival in early next year,” said Sandeep Marwah while showing deep interest in many other events for the promotion of India Nepal relations.

Shanta Kumar Shrestha General Secretary Nepal International Exhibition Association was also present in the meeting. The dialogues were initiated by Indo Nepal Film and Cultural Forum of International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry.

Indo Nepal Film and Cultural Forum Moves Forward

Indo Nepal Film and Cultural Forum Moves Forward-with Sujata Koirala

Kathmandu: A delegation of twenty-five people visited Kathmandu to promote relation between India and Nepal through tourism. Delegates from different strata of life including Jewelers, fashion Designer, Business Consultants, Film makers and Educationists were the part of the team.

We are very happy to be here in Kathmandu after many years. We could see the growth of the city. We have always believed that interaction can bring people together and can lead to generation of business too,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President Marwah Studios & Chair of Indo Nepal Film and Cultural Forum while talking to the press at Hotel Marriott Manakamana, Nepal.

We had the wonderful opportunity to discuss Indo Nepal Relations with Sujata Koirala the former Deputy Prime Minister & Foreign Minister of Nepal. We are sure we will be able to generate more energy to this organization through different activities,” added Dr. Marwah.

Dr. Sandeep Marwah also met number of businessmen, Social Workers, people from art and Culture during his stay at Kathmandu, Nepal.

Sandeep Marwah Honored by Embassy of Kazakhstan in New Delhi

Sandeep Marwah Honoured by Embassy of Kazakhstan New Delhi

Noida: The founder of Film City and Marwah Studios Dr. Sandeep Marwah was honored by Embassy of Kazakhstan in New Delhi for his untiring efforts to develop and promote relation between the two countries India and Kazakhstan, during the first day of 15^th Global Film Festival Noida 2022 by Yerlan Shakhay, third secretary, Embassy of Kazakhstanon, on behalf of the Ambassador of Kazakhstan H.E.  Nurlan Zhalgasbayev,

“We are proud to be associated with International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, Marwah Studios and AAFT University. The cooperation we get from these organization is commendable under the leadership of Dr. Sandeep Marwah. I on behalf of my Ambassador present this certificate of Honour to Dr. Sandeep Marwah for his continuous support to India Kazakhstan Relations,” said Yerlan Shakhay.

“I am humbled by the gesture extended by the Embassy of Kazakhstan. I am thankful to H.E. Nurlan Zhalgasbayev for his blessings,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah receiving the award in the presence of international audience.

Baluan Sholak from Kazakhstan Presented with Award of Distinction

Baluan Sholak Film from Kazakhstan won Award of Distinction at 15th GFFN

Noida: The first day of 15^th Global Film Festival Noida 2022 also screened award winning film from Kazakhstan. Yerlan Shakhay, Third Secretary Embassy of Kazakhstan light the ceremonial lamp to start the discussion on the film.

In 19th century Kazakhstan, the famous Kazakh fighter and poet, Baluan Sholak, became a national icon when as he tries to protect his people from a pressing wave of immigrants, who threatened to wipe out the peace of his small town. This is the story of a national hero, who faced an increasingly authoritarian government that decided to expatriate Kazakh lands to offer them to newcomers from the Russian Empire. The legend of Baluan Sholak is one of national passion, rebellion and perseverance.

Not only Dr. Sandeep Marwah presented an Award of Distinction to the film which was received by Yerlan Shkhay Third Secretary Embassy of Kazakhstan, but Yerlan also presented a memento to Sandeep Marwah on behalf of the Ambassador for his untiring contribution to Indo Kazakhstan Relation and Chairing Indo Kazakhstan Film and Cultural Forum.

Korepanova Anna Model from Russia, Tatiana Bhardwaj, Secretary General a social worker representing Russia House Federation were among the other guests. The event was supported by International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, Asian Unity Alliance, AAFT University and World Peace Development & Research Foundation.

Sweet Taste of Imagination Honoured with Award of Distinction

Film from Iran Honoured with Award of Distinction at 15th Global Film Festival

Noida: “We are honoured to announce and present an Award of Distinction to the film from Iran Tilted Sweet Taste of Imagination directed by Kamal Tabrizi and produced by M.A. Hossein Neiad, an entry to 15^th Global Film Festival Noida 2022,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of the festival and Marwah Studios at the end of the screening of the film at the festival in a grand function.

The film  Sweet Taste of Imagination is a story about an imaginative dreamer of university named Garoos professor who falls in love with a student who resembles her teacher in this manner. Love story is endangered when a business competitor sets Garoos up for unethical behaviour.

The story is written by Naghmeh Samini. The cast includes Shahab Hosseini, Nazanin Bayati, Nader Fallah, Nazanin Farahani, Pariyash Nazarieh and many more. The  Cinematography is by Bahram Dehghani and costumes by Majid Lellail.

People associated with Indo Iran Film and Cultural Forum were also present there. The event was supported by International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, Asian Unity Alliance, AAFT University and World Peace Development and Research Foundation.

Seminar on Women and Cinema at 15th Global Film Festival Noida

Seminar During 15th Global Film Festival Noida 2022 at Marwah Studios

Noida: “Looking at the roots of film history in India, it surfaces that the first feature film was made in the year 1912-13. Those were the days when women avoided participation in films. So, male artists had to play the female roles as well. Then a change occurred in1930 and women form rich families joined the movie industry and changed its face. Devika Rani, Zubeidaa, Mehtab, Shobhana Samarth were the popular heroines of this time,” initiated by Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios at the seminar Women & Cinema during 15^th Global Film Festival Noida 2022.

“In Indian film industry women have played very significant role in bringing success to individual films. Their roles however have changed over a period of time, from total dependency on their male counterparts to independently carry the storyline forward,” said Jaswinder Gardner renowned actress.

“Period 1950s to late 1970s can be considered as the golden era of Bollywood films. In this time films focused on our rich culture, rural sector, family and friendly relationships, customs, norms and ethics. The issues of poverty were also highlighted. The women discharged important role in the films. They held a lot of responsibility on their shoulders to sell the films in the market. Women were given an equally dominant role in the films along with the male actors. Some prominent films of this era viz., Kaagaz Ke Phool, Mother India, Pakeezah, Half Ticket, and Padosan can be cited as example,” said Dr. Amol Kolhe renowned actor & Member Parliament

“Action era in Bollywood films began in 1980s. It brought big changes. The Bollywood heroines lost their strength and space to the hero. She was reduced to a glamorous component of the films. She danced around trees, kidnapped, raped or killed,” added Surendra Jagtap renowned producer of Hindi & Marathi Films

Neelam Sharma renowned Model & VJ, Kanchan Bhor renowned Actress, Priya Dhingra Social Media Influencer, Shubh Malhotra popular Film Stylist,  Katianna Ley  Actress from Slovenia, Tatiana Bhardwaj Secretary General of Russia House Federation, Dr. P K Rajput of Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd. And Dr. Mariann Erdo Cultural Counsellor Embassy of Hungary also participated in the seminar.

Later Sandeep Marwah honoured all the dignities with festival memento. Dr. Amol Kohle was presented with prestigious Hindi Cinema Samman. The event was organised by International Film and Television Club and supported by International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry& Asian Unity Alliance. Ashok Tyagi Festival Director proposed vote of thanks.

La Carga Film from Mexico Well Appreciated at 15th Global Film Festival

Mexican Film Appreciated by People at 15th Global Film Festival

Noida: A film La Carga has been recommended by many film makers from Mexico. The screening committee too found the film very impressive. The film was also selected for ‘Award of Distinction’ in this 15^th Global Film Festival Noida 2022. The award was handed over to the Embassy.

Late sixteenth century. A Tameme Indian man and a noble Spanish woman flee through the forests of the New World in search of freedom. Their frantic journey softens the tension between them and dissolves their longstanding differences and creates intimate bonds that threaten their very survival, the theme of the film also liked by the audience.

The film is Directed by Alan Jonson, Screenwriters are Alan Jonsson & Arturo Ruiz, Music by Leoncio Lara, Cinematography by Emiliano Chaparro. The cast includes Maria Valverde, Horacio Rojas, Eric Frances, Gerardo Taracena, Eusebio Lazaro, Fernando Moran, Jose Antonio Baron, Harorold Torres, Tenoch Huerta, Norma Reyna, Xochiquetzal Rodriguez and Juan Carlos Colombo.

Indo Mexico Film and Cultural Forum supported the film. International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, International Film and Television Club, Asian Unity Alliance, AAFT University were the main organizers.

Moroccan Film Ali Zaoua to Open 15th Global Film Festival Noida

Opening of Moroccan Film at 15th Global Film Festival Noida at Marwah Studios

Noida: “Let me take this wonderful opportunity to extend my heartiest congratulations to every one present here on the opening of film Ali Zaoua from Morocco as the first film of 15^th Global Film Festival Noida 2022. The festival has been able to attract large number of films from all over World, whereas the purpose of the festival is to bring love, peace, and Unity through Cinema,” said Sandeep Marwah President of the festival in a jam-packed hall.

“It is our privilege to be part of this grand festival, being an opening film, it has added feather in the cap of cultural diplomacy. This is an award-winning film and I am sure all of you will love this cinema,” said Mehdi Boukourizia from Embassy of Morocco while lighting the lamp.

Ali Zaoua: Prince of the Streets is a 2000 Moroccan crime drama film that tells the story of several homeless boys living in Casablanca. It was awarded in the 2000 Stockholm Film Festival, Montreal World Film Festival  and in the 2000 Amiens International Film Festival. 

Ali Zaoua is a Moroccan film which reflects the pain of poverty, homelessness, child abuse and prostitution in Moroccan society. The film has been described as magical realism , in the sense of how the stark reality of the children’s lives interweaves with their rich fantasy life.

Said Hijri Councellor Embassy of Morocco, Dr. P.K.Rajput, Neha Singh Founder Friezeit Media also share their views on cinema. Later Sandeep Marwah presented all the dignities with the memento of the festival and an Award of Distinction to the Moroccan Film Ali Zaoua. The event was supported by Indo Morocco Film and Cultural Forum, International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry & AAFT University.

Film From Cuba El Mayor Presented with Award of Distinction at 15th GFFN

Film from Cuba Honoured with Award of Distinction at 15th GFFN

Noida: “Not very long ago we created Indo Cuba Film and Cultural Forum. H.E. Alexandro Simancas Marine has been very kind in nominating Dr. Sandeep Marwah as the Chair for Indo Cuba Film and Cultural Forum. We made it a point to have film from Cuba for 15^th Global Film Festival Noida 2022,” said Malena Rojas Media Cultural Counsellor of Cuba, Embassy of Cuba in New Delhi.

Cuba Film Industry may not be very big but it has produced some of the finest films. The purpose of the Indo Cuba Film and Cultural Forum is to promote and develop relation between the people of two countries through art and culture. Cinema speaks everything in a big way,” said Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios and Chair for Indo Cuba Film and Cultural Forum.

El Mayor is undoubtedly a long-awaited film in Cuba, where Agramonte is remembered as a symbol of the struggle for independence, a legendary figure, an example of the courage of those who gave their lives in the redemptive battle fields. Based on real events from the mid-nineteenth century, the film shows the incidents and anecdotes from the intense life of the Cuban hero Ignacio Agramonte from childhood to his death.

Hemant Nitin Das producer, Director and Writer from Mumbai also spoke on cinema. Later Dr. Sandeep Marwah announced the Award of Distinction to the film El Mayor and presented to Malena Rojas Medina. The event was supported by International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, Indo Cuba Film and Cultural Forum, World Peace Development and Research Foundation, Asian Unity Alliance and AAFT University.

Hungarian Film Apro Mesek won Award of Distinction at 15th Global Film Festival Noida

Hungarian Film Apro Mesek Won An Award of Distinction at 15th GFFN

Noida: The 15^th Global Film Festival was well received by the audience from all over India and abroad. Every film was screened before the full house of film lovers. Hungarian film Apro Medek-Tall Tales was well appreciated by the film makers and film goers on the first day of the festival.

“Hungarian has had a notable cinema industry since the beginning of the 20th century, including Hungarians  who affected the world of motion pictures both within and beyond the country’s borders. The former could be characterized by directors Istvan Szabo, Bela Tarr, or Miklos Jancso  the latter by William Fox and Adolph Zukor,  the founders of Fox Studios and Paramount Pictures  respectively, or Alexander Korda,  who played a leading role in the early period of British cinema. . Examples of successful Hungarian films include Merry go Round, Mephisto, Werckmeister Harmonies and Kontroll,” informed Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios and Chair for Indo Hungarian Film and Cultural Forum.

“In the rubble and ruin of war’s aftermath, an opportunistic con man named Balász pretends to be a close friend of soldiers killed in the war and insinuate his way into their families and their bank accounts. It’s a dangerous game and gets him into such serious trouble he must flee Budapest to save his skin. When he is given shelter in a remote forest by a woman named Judit and her son, Balász’s con man trickery fades as he finds himself falling in love. Things go well in their passionate affair until Judit’s brutish husband returns home from the front,” story of Tall Tales was narrated by Dr Mariann Erdo Cultural Counselor Embassy of Hungary.

Lt. Col. Laszlo Kovari  Defence Attache Embassy of Hungary and Katianna Ley Actress from Slovenia also spoke on the occasions. The event was supported by International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry & Indo Hungarian Film and Cultural Forum. Later Dr. Sandeep Marwah presented the Award of Distinction to Dr Mariann Erdo for the film Tall Tales.

Most Vibrant 15th Global Film Festival Inaugurated at Noida Film City

Inauguration of 15th Global Film Festival Noida 2022 at Marwah Studios

Noida: Colorful cinema posters all over, no parking space left outside the studios, enthusiastic crowd, you could see the microphones with different logos of TV channels, good looking, smart and young audience waiting for the inaugural function of 15th Global Film Festival Noida 2022 at Film City Noida, designed by International Film and Television Club of Marwah Studios.

Love, Peace, and Unity through Cinema is the mission of the festival. The purpose is to bring lots of information, education, and entertainment through films. We are one of the most well-established film festivals of this part of the World. In North India Global Film Festival has created a wonderful niche for itself. Three days festival will showcase 52 events related to cinema,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President Marwah Studios in the opening remarks.

I, on behalf of Republic of Tunisia take this opportunity to extend my heartiest congratulations to the festival team on the inauguration of this great extravaganza. This international event is now known to the whole World. We are Pleased to be part of this great show,” said H.E. Hayt Talbi Ambassador of Tunisia to India while lighting the ceremonial lamp.

Films are the best ambassadors of culture of any country and festivals are the best way to showcase the culture. I am surprised to see the scale of festival touching 67 countries of the World. It is a union of culture at Marwah Studios,” said Dr. Amar Patnaik Member Parliament Rajya Sabha.

“We are proud of Sandeep Marwah and his untiring contribution to promote national and international cinema from last thirty years. No institution in the World has taken such a big initiative to promote cinema in such a vast scale. I congratulate the complete team on the opening of 15th Global Film Festival,” said T.P.Agarwal President Film Federation of India-The Apex body of Cinema in India.

Global Film Festival has a very important place in my life. My first film Buddha in Traffic Jam and my second film The Tashkent Files both saw light of the day at global Film Festivals in early years. Whenever I am here at Marwah Studios, I get spiritually high. This is one of the most well-designed festivals of the World,” said Vivek Agnihotri renowned film director now popular for his film Kashmir Files.

Amizal Fadzli Charge D’ Affaires of High Commission of Malaysia invited the film makers to come and shoot at Malaysia. He talked about the strong ties of India and Malaysia both are enjoying from last many centuries. Mehdi Boukouizia of Embassy of Morocco spoke about the Indo Morocco Film and Cultural Forum and its activities to promote the relation between the two countries India and Morocco.

Renowned actor Mukesh Tyagi, producer Rajeev Chaudhari also spoke on the occasion. A poster on Mahatma Gandhi was launched to mark respect to father of Nation. Later Sandeep Marwah presented festival mementos to all the dignities. The seminar was followed by question answer session. The event was supported by International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, Asian Unity Alliance, World Peace Development & Research Foundation, and AAFT University.

Curtain Raiser for 15th Global Film Festival Noida 2022 at PHD

Curtain Raiser of 15th Global Film Festival Noida 2022 at PHDCCI

Noida: “I on behalf of Film Federation of India, the apex film body of the country, extend my heartiest congratulations to Sandeep Marwah and his complete team of 15^th Global Film Festival Noida 2022 on the curtain raiser of this great extravaganza of Cinema-GFFN. I wish them all the success,” said Sakshi Mehra Vice President of Film Federation of India and President of Motion Pictures Association at the grand event organized by Marwah Studios at PHD Chamber of Commerce.

“I have titled Global Film Festival Noida as “the most vibrant film festival of the World”. The energy this festival throws can be realized all over the World. Very soon GFFN will be rated as one of the most powerful and effective film festivals of the planet,” added Mike Berry of Universal Studios Los Angles USA.

We are happy that Dr. Sandeep Marwah has joined back as the Chair of Entertainment and AVGC Committee as Chairperson. I know he will take the business to new heights. His contribution to industry is immense and cannot be expressed in words. We all members of PHDCCI congratulate him for the 15^th edition of Global Film Festival and   wish him greater achievements,” said Saurab Sanyal Secretary General PHDCCI.

Ashok Tyagi Film Director & Festival Director GFFN gave the details of the festival. He emphasized on the persuasion with government for the needs and demands of the industry. ”The festival is a wonderful source of entertainment, networking, information, education, and acts as a platform to discuss the problems & solutions of Cinema Industry,”.

A poster was launched to mark respect to the festival and its management of hundred people involved in preparation of this international show. Later Sandeep Marwah Presented all the dignities with memento of Global Film Festival. Shalini Sharma Assistant Secretary General conducted the program.  Supriya Suri CEO Maison Su Entertainment proposed vote of thanks. The festival will be inaugurated on 8^th and will remain open till 10^th of December.