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| Renowned Film Director Pankuj Parashar Honoured at 19th Global Film Festival Noida 2026 |
Noida, India: Renowned film director Mr. Pankuj Parashar was presented with the Festival Memento during the 19th Global Film Festival Noida 2026, held at Marwah Studios, Film City, Noida, in recognition of his distinguished contribution to Indian cinema and his valued presence at the prestigious international festival.
The Festival Memento was presented by Rtn. Dr. Sandeep Marwah, Festival Director of the Global Film Festival Noida, Founder of Noida Film City, and President of Marwah Studios, who welcomed the eminent filmmaker and appreciated his creative contribution to the Indian film industry.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Sandeep Marwah said, “Indian cinema has continuously evolved through the vision of innovative filmmakers who have embraced new ideas, technologies, and methods of storytelling. The involvement of Artificial Intelligence in filmmaking is opening exciting possibilities in visualisation, production, animation, and special effects. The presence of an accomplished director like Pankuj Parashar adds immense value to our festival and provides an opportunity for young filmmakers to learn from the experience of industry stalwarts.”
During his interaction, Pankuj Parashar spoke about the growing involvement of Artificial Intelligence in cinema and the changing landscape of filmmaking technology. He discussed the potential of AI to transform creative processes and highlighted the importance of special effects in enhancing cinematic storytelling. He also shared insights into how visual effects and technological innovations can help filmmakers bring imaginative concepts to the screen with greater impact.
His interaction generated valuable insights into the relationship between technology and creativity, particularly for students and aspiring filmmakers exploring new possibilities in the media and entertainment industry.
The 19th Global Film Festival Noida 2026 brought together filmmakers, actors, producers, technicians, media professionals, students, and international delegates to celebrate cinema and explore emerging trends in filmmaking, including Artificial Intelligence, digital production, and visual effects.
The festival continues to provide a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange, creative collaboration, and industry interaction, reinforcing its commitment to preparing the next generation of filmmakers for the future of cinema.
The occasion highlighted the importance of combining creative vision with technological innovation to shape the next chapter of Indian cinema.