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| Dr. Sandeep Marwah Highlights Global Reach and Unprecedented Diversity of 19th Global Film Festival Noida |
Noida, India: With great enthusiasm and excitement, Rtn. Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of the 19th Global Film Festival Noida 2026, addressed an international gathering on the third day of the festival during its fifth major session at Marwah Studios, Film City, Noida. He highlighted the festival’s international reach, remarkable diversity of activities, and commitment to bringing the world together through cinema, art, culture, and education.
Addressing the international audience, Dr. Marwah explained that the Global Film Festival Noida has grown into a major international platform, bringing together participants and creative communities from nearly 100 countries under one umbrella. With more than 52 events organised over three days, the festival presented a wide spectrum of cinematic, cultural, educational, and artistic activities.
Dr. Marwah said, “The strength of the Global Film Festival Noida lies in its diversity, international participation, and the extraordinary range of activities that take place under one roof. We have brought together nearly 100 countries and organised more than 52 events in just three days. Our objective is to create a platform where people from different nations, cultures, and creative backgrounds can meet, exchange ideas, appreciate one another’s work, and build lasting relationships through cinema and culture.”
He explained that the festival encompasses several major segments, including international cinema, Indian cinema, films on disability, children’s films, short films, and retrospectives celebrating distinguished filmmakers. The programme also features musical shows, painting and photography exhibitions, garment and communication exhibitions, short plays, book and poster releases, and celebrations of important national and international days.
According to Dr. Marwah, this broad spectrum of activities makes the festival much more than a conventional film screening event. It provides opportunities for filmmakers, actors, artists, photographers, designers, writers, students, media professionals, and international delegates to interact, showcase their talent, and explore new avenues of collaboration.
He further highlighted the festival’s substantial international footfall and vibrant atmosphere, which bring together creative minds from across the globe. The participation of diverse communities and the integration of multiple art forms contribute to the festival’s distinctive identity as a meeting point for cinema, cultural diplomacy, creative education, and international friendship.
Dr. Marwah also referred to the festival’s efforts to gain international recognition for its scale and diversity. He stated that representations had been submitted to the World Book of Records, London, on several occasions, and expressed hope that the festival’s achievements would receive favourable consideration this time. The recognition remains subject to the organisation’s evaluation and approval.
The 19th Global Film Festival Noida 2026, held at Marwah Studios, Film City, Noida, continues to advance the vision of connecting nations and communities through creative expression. Under Dr. Sandeep Marwah’s leadership, the festival seeks to strengthen international cultural relations, encourage emerging talent, and promote the universal language of cinema.
Concluding his address, Dr. Marwah reaffirmed that the festival’s greatest strength lies in its ability to unite people beyond geographical and cultural boundaries.
“Our mission is to connect the world through cinema, art, and culture. The Global Film Festival Noida is a celebration of international friendship, creativity, and the spirit of unity,” he said.
The festival continues to uphold its guiding philosophy: “Love, Peace and Unity Through Art and Culture.”
