Wednesday, June 17, 2026

First Secretary of Embassy of India in Nepal Visits Marwah Studios

First Secretary of Embassy of India in Nepal Visits Marwah Studios

Noida, India: Mr. Narayan Singh, IFS, First Secretary at the Embassy of India in Kathmandu, Nepal, paid a courtesy visit to Marwah Studios, Noida Film City, where he was warmly welcomed by Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios, Chancellor of AAFT University of Media and Arts, and President of the International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI).

During the visit, Mr. Narayan Singh presented beautiful traditional Nepali handicrafts as a symbol of the rich cultural heritage and longstanding friendship between India and Nepal. The gesture was highly appreciated by the members of the creative fraternity present at the occasion.

Dr. Sandeep Marwah briefed the distinguished diplomat about the numerous initiatives undertaken by Marwah Studios, AAFT, and ICMEI to strengthen cultural, educational, and media relations between India and Nepal. He highlighted the activities of the Indo Nepal Film and Cultural Forum, which has been actively promoting people-to-people contacts and fostering greater cooperation through art, culture, cinema, and media.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Marwah shared that he was honored to be nominated as the Chair of the Indo Nepal Film and Cultural Forum by then the Prime Minister of Nepal, a recognition that reflects the strong and cordial relations between the two neighboring countries. He also spoke about various collaborative programs designed to bring the creative communities of India and Nepal closer together.

Mr. Narayan Singh appreciated the remarkable contribution of Marwah Studios and AAFT in promoting international cultural diplomacy and strengthening ties between nations through creative arts and media.

As a mark of respect and appreciation, Mr. Narayan Singh was conferred with the Life Membership of the International Film & Television Club of AAFT, one of the oldest and most active film clubs in the country. The honor recognized his contribution to fostering goodwill and strengthening India-Nepal relations.

The visit concluded with a fruitful exchange of ideas on enhancing cooperation in media, education, cinema, art, and culture between India and Nepal, further reinforcing the spirit of friendship shared by the two nations.

Vice President of Film Federation of India Hirachand Dand Visits Marwah Studios

Vice President of Film Federation of India Hirachand Dand Visits Marwah Studios

Noida, India: Mr. Hirachand Dand, Vice President of the Film Federation of India (FFI), paid a special visit to Marwah Studios at Noida Film City and expressed his admiration for its world-class infrastructure, modern facilities, and significant contribution to the Indian media and entertainment industry.

During his visit, Mr. Dand toured the extensive studios, training facilities, and educational infrastructure of Marwah Studios and AAFT. He highly appreciated the efforts of the institution in promoting film, television, media education, art, culture, and international cooperation through various creative initiatives.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Hirachand Dand said, “Marwah Studios is a remarkable institution and a true asset to the media and entertainment industry. The scale of its activities, the quality of its infrastructure, and its commitment to nurturing talent are highly commendable. It has become a premier destination for creative education and film-related activities.”

Welcoming the distinguished guest, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios, Chancellor of AAFT University of Media and Arts, and President of the International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI), highlighted the role of Marwah Studios in building a strong ecosystem for media professionals and promoting Indian cinema and culture globally.

“We are honored to receive Mr. Hirachand Dand at Marwah Studios. His visit and appreciation inspire us to continue our mission of creating opportunities for young talent and strengthening the film and television industry through education, training, and international collaboration,” said Dr. Marwah.

As a gesture of respect and goodwill, Dr. Sandeep Marwah presented his acclaimed book, “Sandeep Marwah: The Architect of Aspirations,” to Mr. Hirachand Dand. He also conferred upon him the Life Membership of the International Film and Television Club of AAFT, recognizing his valuable contribution to the growth and development of the Indian film industry.

The visit concluded with a productive exchange of ideas on further strengthening the film fraternity and supporting initiatives that promote cinema, media education, and cultural development across the country.

AAFT Alumna Anjali Rana Continues to Shine with Over 150 Successful Projects

AAFT Alumna Anjali Rana Continues to Shine with Over 150 Successful Projects

Noida, India: The Asian Academy of Film & Television (AAFT) proudly celebrates the remarkable achievements of its distinguished alumna, Anjali Rana, a renowned actor and model who has carved a successful niche for herself in the entertainment industry.

Having completed more than 150 projects, including feature films, television serials, telefilms, advertisements, music videos, and numerous other productions, Anjali Rana has emerged as a versatile and accomplished performer. Her dedication, talent, and professionalism have earned her recognition and appreciation across the media and entertainment sector.

Congratulating Anjali on her outstanding accomplishments, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, Founder of AAFT, Chancellor of AAFT University of Media and Arts, and President of Marwah Studios, said, “We are extremely proud of Anjali Rana and her achievements. Her success reflects the quality of education, training, and industry exposure provided at AAFT. She is an inspiration to thousands of aspiring artists and a shining example of what passion, hard work, and determination can achieve.”

Expressing her gratitude, Anjali Rana said, “I am deeply thankful to Dr. Sandeep Marwah and AAFT for carving out my future and career. The education, guidance, confidence, and opportunities I received at AAFT laid the foundation for my professional journey. The institution played a vital role in shaping my personality and preparing me for the challenges of the entertainment industry.”

AAFT has consistently nurtured talented professionals who have gone on to make significant contributions to the fields of cinema, television, fashion, media, and performing arts. The success of alumni like Anjali Rana further strengthens AAFT’s reputation as one of the leading institutions for creative education in the world.

The entire AAFT family extends its best wishes to Anjali Rana for many more milestones and continued success in her illustrious career.

Anurag Malhotra from UAE Visits Marwah Studios to Strengthen India-UAE Cultural and Media Relations

Anurag Malhotra from UAE Visits Marwah Studios to Strengthen India-UAE Cultural and Media Relations

Noida, India: Anurag Malhotra, a distinguished media professional from Dubai, United Arab Emirates, visited Marwah Studios, Noida Film City, with the objective of strengthening and enhancing bilateral cooperation between India and the UAE in the fields of media, entertainment, art, and culture.

During his visit, Malhotra held detailed discussions with Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios, Chancellor of AAFT University of Media and Arts, and President of the International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI), on developing new avenues of collaboration between the creative industries of both nations.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Sandeep Marwah said, “India and the United Arab Emirates share a deep-rooted relationship based on mutual respect, cultural affinity, and economic cooperation. The media and entertainment sectors have tremendous potential to further strengthen these ties through joint productions, educational exchanges, cultural programs, and business collaborations. We look forward to working closely with media professionals from the UAE.”

Expressing his appreciation for the remarkable achievements of Marwah Studios and AAFT, Anurag Malhotra said, “I am highly impressed by the world-class infrastructure, international outreach, and visionary leadership of Dr. Sandeep Marwah. Marwah Studios has emerged as a significant global platform for creative arts, media education, and cultural diplomacy. There are immense opportunities for collaboration between institutions and professionals from India and the UAE.”

The visit concluded with Dr. Sandeep Marwah presenting his acclaimed book, “Sandeep Marwah: The Architect of Aspirations,” to Anurag Malhotra as a token of appreciation and friendship, symbolizing the shared commitment to fostering stronger cultural and professional relations between India and the United Arab Emirates.

The meeting reaffirmed the mutual desire of both sides to promote meaningful partnerships in media, entertainment, art, culture, education, and creative industries.

28 Poets contributed to Kuch Sunni Kuch Ansuni Released at 6th GLFN

New Delhi: “What a marvellous collection of poetry by twenty eight known and unknown poets of the country. The collection has been covered under the roof of a book titled Kuch Sunni Kuch Ansuni projecting the correct meaning and expressing itself that these are poetry which are not spoken on many platforms. I wish all the poets a very successful launching of the book and a very bright future,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios and Chancellor AAFT University of Media And Arts while releasing the book on the third day of Global Literary Festival Noida 2020.

Sushil Bharti welcomed all the poets and spoke about the reason of launching Global Literary Festival. He also spoke about the Writers Club of India created by Marwah Studios to support literary events round the year. Writers Association of India is fulfilling its objectives by publishing books, creating festivals, inviting writers now and then on different platforms to be part of many art and cultural events and developing a powerful library of books,” added Dr. Sushil Bharti.

Amreeta Rai, Daisy Varun, Dr. Suman S Khare, Poornima rai, Alok Mishra, Shobha Saangwan,  Komal Lado ,Manju Sharma, Rupam Lal , Dr. Amit Kaur Puri, Chitra Gupta, Shubhangi Goyal, Dr. Vaishali Sharma, Rahila Rahman, Dr. Indu Bansal, Neha Tikoo, Anju Handa, Avi Oberoi , Neena Gupta, Raksha Gupta, Sarika Singh, Dr. Jasbir Kaur, Ekta Sehgal, Mamta Godiyal, Ashish Trpathi, Anshu Pal, Dr. Anupama Bhardwajand  Sushil Bharti all the poets attended the program.

Dr. Rama Singh conducted the program. AAFT University of Media And Arts,ICMEI – International Chamber of Media And entertainment Industry & World Peace Development And Research Foundation supported the event. The program was broadcasted on Facebook simultaneously.

APJ Abdul Kalam International Award for Sandeep Marwah

New Delhi: I D Y M- Igniting Dreams of Young Minds Foundation Foundation wishes to express its humble appreciation and gratitude to Dr. Sandeep Marwah Chancellor of AAFT University of Media and Arts for the invaluable insights towards education and for being the  Chief Guest during APJ Abdul Kalam International Award of Honour 2021    held on 15th October 2021,” said the organisers while presenting award of excellence to Sandeep Marwah, the founder of Noida Film City.

“Popularly known as the missile man, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam is one of the most loved personalities in the world. Not only kids but youth loved this missile man due to his playful, generous, giving, caring, and loving nature. The legend has left-back, for us, some really great teachings.  You have to dream before your dreams can come true. A dream is not that which you see while sleeping, it is something that does not let you sleep. You should not give up and we should not allow the problem to defeat us,” said Sandeep Marwah recollecting quotes of APJ Abdul Kalam the former President of India while inaugurating the award ceremony.


Sandeep Marwah Explained AAFt to the Governor of Chhattisgarh

Raipur: We are 40 years in creative arts, 30 years in Cinema and 28 years in Education. We are also associated with 7000 events of all genres. We have realized that you can bring in love Peace and unity to your country and to rest of the World only through art and culture,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah Chancellor of AAFT University of Media and Arts in a seminar organized by Chhattisgarh Private Universities Regulatory Commission under the leadership of Dr. Shiva Varan Shukla.

We are connected to 145 countries through our students and alumni, more than 60 countries have nominated us as their cultural representative in India, and we have left no stone unturned to develop and promote our relations with these countries,” added Dr. Marwah giving details of all the cultural activities of the University including Radio and Television station mentioning 7 World Records created in art and culture.

In the capacity of Chief Guest of the event, the Governor of Chhattisgarh H.E. Anusuiya Uikey mentioned and praised AAFT University, and its activities related to art and culture. She encouraged the educationists to involve Indian culture into regular studies and make courses more vibrant and colourful.

Shiv Varan Shukla extended special thanks to the Governor for her gracious presence and also thanks all the universities for their deep involvement in promoting education in Chhattisgarh.