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| World Tourism Day Poster Released at 19th Global Film Festival Noida |
Noida Film City: The poster celebrating World Tourism Day was released at the 19th Global Film Festival Noida 2026 at Marwah Studios, Film City, Noida, in the presence of distinguished diplomats, cine stars, filmmakers, actors, musicians, entrepreneurs, and creative professionals from India and abroad.
The initiative was presented by the AAFT School of Hospitality and Tourism, highlighting the close relationship between tourism, cinema, cultural heritage, hospitality, and international cooperation.
The distinguished personalities present on the occasion included H.E. Armando Pedro Muiuane Junior, Ambassador of Mozambique; Vindu Dara Singh, cine star; Mike Berry, renowned filmmaker associated with Universal Studios, USA; Ishtiak Khan, renowned actor; Shadab Nizami of the popular Nizami Bandhu; Snehill Mehra, writer, director, and actor; Harkirat Singh Lall, filmmaker and founder of HSL Studios; Nanda Yadav, actor, producer, and performer; Kashishh Rajput, renowned actor; Heena Panchal, renowned actor; Payal Borbora, founder and director of Casa Curate; Bhawna Aggarwal, digital creator; Nupur Agarwal, lifestyle content creator and entrepreneur; Rohit Choudhary, entrepreneur, actor, producer, and fitness enthusiast; and Manisha Singh, TEDx speaker and celebrity fitness and lifestyle coach.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios, Founder of Noida Film City, and Chancellor of AAFT University of Media and Arts, emphasized the importance of tourism in bringing people, cultures, and nations closer together. He stated that cinema and tourism share a powerful relationship, as films introduce audiences to new destinations, traditions, cuisines, heritage sites, and diverse ways of life.
Dr. Marwah said that India has tremendous potential to emerge as a leading global tourism destination because of its rich cultural diversity, historical monuments, natural beauty, festivals, art, and traditions. He stressed that films and digital media can play a significant role in promoting India’s tourism potential internationally, encouraging travel, generating employment, and strengthening the country’s cultural and economic ties with the world.
He further emphasized that the AAFT School of Hospitality and Tourism is committed to developing skilled professionals who can contribute to the growing tourism, hospitality, travel, and destination-management sectors. He highlighted the importance of practical education, professional excellence, cultural understanding, and innovation in preparing students for opportunities in the global tourism industry.
The release of the World Tourism Day poster during the international film festival underscored the significance of combining cinema, education, hospitality, and cultural exchange to promote tourism. The presence of eminent personalities from different fields added further importance to the initiative, reflecting the shared commitment to showcasing India’s cultural strengths and enhancing international engagement.
The occasion reinforced Dr. Sandeep Marwah’s vision of using art and culture as instruments of international friendship and cooperation, in keeping with his guiding philosophy of “Love, Peace and Unity Through Art and Culture.”
The poster release formed part of the wider activities of the 19th Global Film Festival Noida 2026, which brought together international delegates and creative professionals to celebrate cinema, promote cultural diplomacy, and encourage collaboration across creative industries.
