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| First Poster of 19th Global Film Festival Noida 2026 Unveiled at Marwah Studios |
Noida: The first official poster of the 19th Global Film Festival Noida (GFFN) 2026 was unveiled by the Working Committee of the Festival during a special ceremony held at Marwah Studios, Noida Film City. The launch marked the formal commencement of preparations for what is widely recognized as the biggest academic film festival in the world.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of the Festival and Founder of Noida Film City, announced that the entire AAFT Group of Institutions, including AAFT School of Cinema, the International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI), and all other schools and departments of AAFT, have already begun extensive planning to make the 19th edition larger, more inclusive, and more impactful than ever before.
“Global Film Festival Noida has evolved into an international platform that celebrates creativity, innovation, education, and cultural diplomacy through cinema. Every edition strengthens the bridge between nations and nurtures young talent by bringing the global film fraternity together under one roof,” said Dr. Marwah.
The festival is expected to witness participation from around 100 countries, making it one of the most diverse gatherings of filmmakers, media professionals, academicians, artists, and students from across the globe.
The 19th Global Film Festival Noida 2026 will feature an impressive lineup of activities, including:
- International and National Film Screenings
- Workshops by renowned filmmakers and industry experts
- Seminars and panel discussions on contemporary cinema and media
- International Poster Launch Ceremonies
- A dedicated Children’s Film Section
- Special screenings of Films on Disability and Inclusion
- International Short Film Festival
- Fine Arts Exhibition
- International Photography Exhibition
- Retrospectives honoring legendary Film Directors and Music Directors
- Fashion Show showcasing creative excellence
- Networking sessions connecting filmmakers, producers, distributors, educators, and media professionals
The festival will also witness the participation of leading national and international organizations from the film, television, media, and entertainment sectors. Prestigious industry bodies including the Film Federation of India (FFI), Indian Motion Picture Producers’ Association (IMPPA), Motion Picture Association (MPA), along with numerous film commissions, cultural organizations, broadcasters, OTT platforms, educational institutions, and diplomatic missions, are expected to contribute to the event.
Over the years, Global Film Festival Noida has established itself as a unique convergence of cinema, culture, education, and international cooperation. The festival has consistently promoted young filmmakers while creating meaningful dialogue among industry leaders, policymakers, scholars, and creative professionals.
The unveiling of the first poster signals the beginning of a series of promotional campaigns, international collaborations, country partnerships, cultural forums, and pre-festival events leading up to the grand celebration of global cinema in 2026.
Under the visionary leadership of Dr. Sandeep Marwah, the 19th Global Film Festival Noida 2026 is poised to set new benchmarks in academic excellence, international participation, and cinematic celebration, reaffirming Noida’s position as a global hub for film, television, media, and cultural exchange.
