ICMEI Celebrates Croatia National Day at Marwah Studios

ICMEI Celebrates Croatia National Day at Marwah Studios

Noida, 25th June 2025: The International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI) marked the National Day of the Republic of Croatia with warmth and enthusiasm at Marwah Studios, Noida. The event reflected ICMEI’s ongoing commitment to promoting cultural ties and fostering bilateral relations through art and media.

Dr. Sandeep Marwah, Founder of Noida Film City and President of ICMEI, extended his sincere congratulations to His Excellency Petar Ljubicic, Ambassador of Croatia to India, and to the people of Croatia on the occasion of their National Day, celebrated annually on 25th June.

“Croatia is a country with a rich cultural legacy and vibrant traditions. We at ICMEI deeply value our association with Croatia and look forward to further enriching our cultural partnership,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah.

The Indo Croatia Film and Cultural Forum, initiated under the banner of ICMEI, has actively participated in various cultural and media-based initiatives. However, Dr. Marwah emphasized the need for deeper engagement and closer cooperation with the Embassy of Croatia to further enhance the frequency and impact of collaborative activities.

“We are enthusiastic about exploring new opportunities for joint ventures in cinema, literature, journalism, education, and tourism, and we welcome greater involvement from the Croatian Embassy to realize these goals,” Dr. Marwah added.

ICMEI remains dedicated to using creative industries as a means of international friendship, mutual understanding, and shared growth.

Croatian Documentaries Shine at 13th Global Festival of Journalism and AVGC Noida 2025

Croatian Documentaries Shine at 13th Global Festival of Journalism and AVGC Noida 2025

Noida, India – The 13th Global Festival of Journalism, in collaboration with AVGC Noida 2025, featured a special screening of two powerful Croatian documentaries: “Louder than Guns” directed by Miroslav Sikavica, and “Ježev’s Home” directed by Eva Cvijanović. The screenings were met with a house-full audience and received widespread appreciation for their impactful storytelling and cinematic brilliance.

Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of the Festival and Chair for the Indo-Croatia Film and Cultural Forum, addressed the gathering and praised the artistic depth and cultural significance of the films. He highlighted the importance of such international collaborations in enriching global understanding through cinema.

As a gesture of recognition, a Certificate of Distinction was awarded to the featured films. The certificate was officially presented to the Embassy of Croatia, with the intent to forward it to the respective directors as a token of honor from the festival.

These screenings reinforced the festival’s mission to serve as a platform for global creative exchange and cultural diplomacy through the art of filmmaking.

Sandeep Marwah Met Former President of Croatia Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović

Sandeep Marwah with former President of Croatia Kolinda Grabar Kitarović

New Delhi: Renowned film and media personality, Sandeep Marwah, recently met with the former President of Croatia, Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović, to discuss art and culture. During their meeting, they emphasized the importance of cultural exchange and explored ways to strengthen cultural ties between India and Croatia.

Marwah shared his experiences of promoting cultural diplomacy through film festivals, art exhibitions, and other cultural events. He also discussed the role of media and entertainment in fostering cross-cultural understanding and appreciation.

Grabar-Kitarović expressed her admiration for India’s rich cultural heritage and emphasized the need for greater collaboration between Indian and Croatian artists and cultural institutions. She also shared her vision for using cultural diplomacy as a means of promoting peace and harmony in the world.

The meeting between Sandeep Marwah and Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović is expected to pave the way for closer cultural ties between India and Croatia. By fostering greater understanding and appreciation of each other’s cultures, the two countries can build strong and lasting bonds of friendship and cooperation.

H.E. Peter Ljubicic Ambassador of Croatia to India,  Director General of Indian Council for Cultural Relations Ambassador Kumar Tuhin, former Indian Ambassador to Croatia, Deputy Director General ICCR Rajeev Kumar, Senior Programme Director Kamal Jit Singh, and Joint Secretary Ministry of External Affairs Ravi Shankar were also present there.