ICMEI and Indian Art & Culture Fraternity Extend Heartiest Congratulations to Cambodia on Independence

ICMEI and Indian Art & Culture Fraternity Extend Heartiest Congratulations to Cambodia on Independence Day

New Delhi, 9th November 2025: The International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI) and the entire Art and Culture Fraternity of India conveyed their warmest greetings to the Kingdom of Cambodia on the occasion of its Independence Day.

Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios and Chair for the Indo Cambodia Film and Cultural Forum, extended heartfelt felicitations to Her Excellency Rath Many, Ambassador of Cambodia to India, and to the people of Cambodia, celebrating the spirit of freedom, resilience, and progress that defines the nation.

“India and Cambodia have enjoyed a deep-rooted and historic relationship built on shared cultural heritage, spiritual bonds, and mutual respect. Our ties continue to grow stronger through sustained cooperation in art, culture, education, and media,” said Dr. Marwah.

He reaffirmed ICMEI’s commitment to further strengthening Indo-Cambodian friendship through collaborative cultural initiatives, film exchanges, academic engagements, and people-to-people interactions under the banner of the Indo Cambodia Film and Cultural Forum.

Dr. Marwah emphasized that celebrations such as Cambodia’s Independence Day serve as a powerful reminder of the enduring friendship between the two nations and the shared values that unite them.

123rd AAFT Festival of Short Digital Films Inaugurated at Marwah Studios

123rd AAFT Festival of Short Digital Films Inaugurated at Marwah Stu

Noida: A remarkable milestone was celebrated at Marwah Studios, Film City Noida, with the grand inauguration of the 123rd AAFT Festival of Short Digital Films, a legacy initiative that continues to empower young filmmakers and promote cinematic creativity globally.

Dr. Sandeep Marwah, Founder-President of Marwah Studios and Chancellor of AAFT University of Media and Arts, expressed pride in the festival’s enduring impact. “We are proud to have broken our own record with the 123rd edition of this unique festival, where more than 3,500 directors and 15,000 technicians from over 100 countries have been given the golden opportunity to present their debut films. This platform has become a global landmark in short digital filmmaking,” said Dr. Marwah during the inaugural ceremony.

The event was graced by H.E. Fernando Bucheli, Ambassador of Ecuador to India, as the Chief Guest, who applauded AAFT’s role in fostering international cultural exchange through cinema. “Platforms like these not only showcase emerging talent but also strengthen the bonds between nations through the power of storytelling,” he stated.

Renowned documentary filmmaker, photographer, and writer Shivani Pandey commended the festival’s role in encouraging new voices in visual storytelling, emphasizing the importance of grassroots platforms in nurturing authentic content.

Mahalaxmi Mishra, Coordinator of the Indo Cambodia Film and Cultural Forum of ICMEI, highlighted the cultural diplomacy initiatives tied to the festival, stressing how it continues to bridge global communities through film.

Adding an international legal perspective, Dr. Srinivas Rao Kaveti from the USA, a distinguished lawyer and guest of honor, spoke about the significance of intellectual property protection in the digital age and its relevance to emerging filmmakers.

The 123rd AAFT Festival once again reaffirmed its place as a dynamic platform for innovation, collaboration, and cinematic excellence—an inspiring space where creativity meets global opportunity.

ICMEI Congratulates Cambodia on Independence Day

ICMEI Congratulates Cambodia on Independence Day

New Delhi, India – 9th November: Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios and the International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI), extended heartfelt congratulations to H.E. Koy Kuong, Ambassador of Cambodia to India, and the people of Cambodia on the occasion of Cambodia’s Independence Day.

Dr. Marwah emphasized the strong cultural ties between India and Cambodia, nurtured by the efforts of the Indo-Cambodia Film and Cultural Forum (ICFCF). He highlighted ICFCF’s ongoing initiatives to strengthen bilateral relations through arts and cultural exchanges.

“Cambodia has been a valued partner in every major cultural event organized by ICMEI, including the Global Film Festival, Global Festival of Journalism, Global Literary Festival, Global Fashion Week, and the International Festival of Documentary Films,” said Dr. Marwah. “Our shared vision for fostering creativity and understanding through culture continues to bring our nations closer.”

The Indo-Cambodia Film and Cultural Forum remains committed to promoting collaboration in the fields of art, culture, and media, building upon the historic ties between the two countries.

ICMEI Congratulated Cambodia on Independence Day

Sandeep Marwah with Minister of External Affairs and Ambassador of Cambodia

New Delhi:” I on my behalf and on the behalf of International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry and complete art and cultural fraternity of India take this wonderful opportunity to extend our heartiest congratulations to H.E. Ung Sean Ambassador of Cambodia to India and People of Cambodia on the auspicious occasion of Independence Day which falls on 9^th November,” said Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios at Hotel Imperial.

“We ae very happy that Indo Cambodia Film and Cultural Forum has picked fast and large number of activities have been planned in the next few months including the participation in 15^th Global Film Festival Noida 2022, informed Sandeep Marwah also Chair for Indo Cambodia Film and Cultural Forum.

Rajkumar Ranjan Singh, Hon’ble Minister of State for External Affairs and Education,  Government of India was the chief Guest on the grand event. Large number of Ambassadors, High Commissioners, diplomats of various countries, businessmen, bureaucrats, people from art and culture were present on the occasion.

Indo Cambodia Culture Forum Will Promote Tourism of Cambodia

President ICMEI Sandeep Marwah with H.E. Ung Sean Ambassador of Cambodia

New Delhi: “It was a pleasant meeting with H.E. Ung Sean Ambassador of Cambodia to India at the Embassy of Cambodia New Delhi when I was invited by the Ambassador to discuss the new activities of Indo Cambodia Film and Cultural Forum,” said Sandeep Marwah President of International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry and Chair for Indo Cambodia Film and Cultural Forum.

“It was decided to have a road show highlighting Cambodia as   the tourist destination for Indians and propagating film locations of the Kingdom of Cambodia for the film makers of Indian Film Industry,” added Marwah also President of Marwah Studios.

“We are ready to cooperate our best and shall pass on our films on tourism to make event more colorful. Our country The Kingdom of Cambodia is the country with the largest religious monument in the world, delectable cuisine, rich culture, and vast history,” said H.E. Ung Sean Ambassador of Cambodia to India.

The popular AAFT School of Hospitality and Tourism will design the program in association with ICMEI and will invite people from film and tourism fraternity. A date will be announced in a short period of time.

ICMEI Celebrated National Day of Cambodia

Noida: “I on behalf of ICMEI, Media and Entertainment Industry and complete Art and Culture fraternity of India extend my heartiest congratulations to H.E. Ung Sean

Ambassador of Cambodia to India and people of Cambodia on the occasion of National Day (Independence Day) of Cambodia which falls on 9^th November,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah Founder of Noida Film City and President of International Chamber of Media And Entertainment Industry.

Not very long ago Sandeep Marwah was nominated as the Chair for Indo Cambodia Film And Cultural Forum by H.E. Ung Sean to develop and promote relation between two countries.  ICFCF was part of 6^th Global Literary Festival Noida and now also joined  as partners in progress with 13^th Global Film Festival Noida to be held on 26^th to 28^th November.

Earlier, a delegation  was planned to Cambodia from India comprising of representatives from films, media and education industry which had to be cancelled because of Pandemic. “We are looking for the right opportunity to take the delegation to Cambodia as early as possible,” said Marwah.

Dato Sri Dr. Shahul Hameed Sirajudeen Managing Director at Siraj Exim General Trading, Dr. S.S.R. Ramdass a former MLA & former Member of Parliament from Chennai and  Vijay Laxmi Mishra Life Member & Secretary of Indo Cambodia Film And Cultural Forum join hands in planning a meet on Cambodia.

Ambassador Ung Sean Patron to Indo Cambodia Cultural Forum

ICMEI Delegation at Royal Embassy of Cambodia

New Delhi: The President of International Chamber of Media And Entertainment Industry Dr. Sandeep Marwah presented Patron ship of Indo Cambodia Film And Cultural Forum of ICMEI to H.E. Ung Sean Ambassador of Cambodia to India a the Royal Embassy of Cambodia in New Delhi.

“We have a powerful committee on Indo Cambodia relations and it is our privileged that H.E. Ung Sean has very kindly accepted to be the patron of the same. We are sure that we will be able to work much better and faster under his leadership,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah presenting the memento to the Ambassador.

“I am pleased to receive the delegation from ICMEI and it is my honor to be associated with Indo Cambodia Film And Cultural Forum. We will take our relations to higher platform through this forum. I am thankful to Dr. Marwah for the patron ship presented to me,” expressed H.E. Ung Sean Ambassador of Cambodia to India.

The Secretary General of ICMEI Ashok Tyagi, Coordinator of Indo Cambodia Chapter Vijay Laxmi Mishra and diplomats from the embassy were witness to the historical moment.  Soon Cambodia embassy will sign MOU with the chamber.

Sandeep Marwah Nominated As Chair For Cambodian Cultural Forum

Sandeep Marwah Nominated Chair For Indo Cambodia Cultural Forum

Noida: “We are pleased to nominate Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios as the Chair of this newly constituted Indo Cambodia Film And Cultural Forum today, the most appropriate name for this designation,” said Dato Sri Dr. Sirajudeen a well known social worker and advisor to the Prime Minister of Cambodia during his visit to Noida Film City.

Sandeep Marwah is seven times World Record Holder and has been associated with many first in India. He is the founder of first Film city in North India, first professional film studios in North India, first Private Film School in India, first private film research centre in India, first Film Club in India, first Radio Station of Noida and now first film University of the country.

He is the first person from Media and entertainment industry to reach to the level of Chancellor of the University in 73 years. He is also the first media person of the country to be raised to the level of Chief Scout For India.

“I am thankful to the people of Cambodia for showing so much confidence    in me. I will work day and night to develop and promote the relation between the          two countries,” said Sandeep Marwah feeling obliged by the gesture.

Dato Sri Sirajudeen Patron to Indo Cambodia Cultural Forum

Dato Sri Sirajudeen Now Patron to Indo Cambodia Cultural Forum

Noida: A well known social worker and advisor to the Prime Minister of Cambodia Dato Sri Dr. Sirajudeen has been presented with Patronship of   Indo Cambodia Film And Cultural Forum by Dr. Sandeep Marwah a media baron of India.

Dato Sri Dr. Sirajudeen was accompanied with Dr. S.S.R. Ramdass a former Member of Parliament     from Chennai who was also presented with Patronship of the forum. Vijay Laxmi Mishra has been honored with Life Membership of Indo Cambodia Film And Cultural Forum.

“It was a just a thought to have an organization like this, Dr. Marwah converted dream into reality in no time. To be patron of this kind of an organization is a dream come true,” motivated Dr. Sirajudeen.

“We need enthusiastic and dynamic persons like Dr. Marwah. The whole style of Indian working will change for better India,” added Dr. S.S.R. Ramdas.

Dato Sri Sirajudeen invited Dr. Sandeep Marwah to Cambodia to be the guest of Government of Cambodia.

Indo Cambodia Film And Cultural Forum Formed at ICMEI

Indo Cambodia Film And Cultural Forum Formed at ICMEI

Noida: A powerful delegation from Cambodia proposed ICMEI to frame and launched a new setup under the name and banner of Indo Cambodia Film And Cultural Forum to enhance the relation between two countries on their visit to India last week.

“We are keen in building up a very strong relation and tie-ups with India through art and culture. An organization specializing in creative arts can understand and perform better. International Chamber of Media And Entertainment   Industry is the best choice for us,” said Dato Sri Dr. Sirajudeen Advisor to the Prime Minister of Cambodia Hun Sen releasing the poster of Indo Cambodia Film And Cultural Forum.

“We welcome the team from Hun Sen Office. H.E. Hun Sen is a Cambodian politician who has served as the Prime Minister of Cambodia since 1985. He is currently the world's longest-serving prime minister, the longest-serving head of government of Cambodia, and one of the longest-serving leaders in the world,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah

“The efficiency of ICMEI, the infrastructure, the presentation of the program so timely and appropriate that it can put to any management guru to surprise. I am proud to be present here at this historical moment when first ever            organization of this kind is being launched,” said Dr. S. S. R.  Ramdas former Member of Parliament Lok Sabha present on the occasion.

It is dream come true. What we thought a day back has been converted into reality. I am convinced that ICMEI is the body to depend upon,’ added Vijay Laxmi Mishra an educationist and consultant.

Dato Sri Dr. Sirajudeen nominated Dr. Sandeep Marwah as the Chair for Indo Cambodia Film And Cultural Forum. Later Sandeep Marwah honored Dr. Sirajudeen, and Dr. Ramdas with the Patronship of the forum and  Vijay Laxmi with life membership of ICFCF.