Noida, India | January 2026 Addressing the entire AAFT family on the occasion of New Year 2026, Dr Sandeep Marwah, Founder of AAFT and President of Marwah Studios, delivered a powerful and inspiring message of gratitude, pride, and renewed commitment to excellence.
In his address, Dr Marwah expressed heartfelt appreciation to every member of the AAFT fraternity—faculty, students, administrators, and staff—for their unwavering cooperation, hard work, dedication, and sincerity. He credited this collective spirit for AAFT’s historic achievements, including the creation of 11 World Records and the prestigious recognition of AAFT among the Top Five Best Film Schools in the World, a rare honour for an institution from Asia.
“Every milestone we have achieved is the result of teamwork, passion, and an unshakeable belief in our vision,” Dr Marwah said. “These accomplishments belong to each one of you who chose excellence every single day.”
Highlighting a landmark moment in AAFT’s journey, Dr Marwah thanked the entire team for transforming AAFT into a full-fledged multidisciplinary University in Raipur, a bold step that reflects the institution’s commitment to future-ready education. He proudly outlined the University’s 15 diverse and forward-looking departments, including:
Cinema, Journalism, Music, Fashion, Interior Design, Hospitality & Tourism, Data Science, Animation & Special Effects, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Media, Still Photography, Fine Arts, Business, Law, and Management.
“This University stands as a symbol of our evolution—from a pioneering film school to a comprehensive global education hub,” he added. “By integrating creativity with technology, tradition with innovation, and skills with values, AAFT is shaping leaders who will define the future.”
Concluding his address, Dr Marwah called upon the AAFT family to embrace the New Year with renewed energy, unity, and ambition. He emphasized that the journey ahead demands even higher standards, deeper collaboration, and a continued commitment to placing India at the forefront of global creative and professional education.
“With faith in our mission and confidence in our people, the best is yet to come,” he affirmed, wishing everyone a purposeful, progressive, and inspiring New Year 2026.
