Indian Army Day Celebrated at Asian Academy

District Commandant Sandeep Marwah Addressed Youth on Indian Army Day

Noida: We may not me Army Academy but at Asian Academy of Film and Television we work like a military School. We have been giving full emphasis to discipline, Patriotism, Mannerism, Attire and Unity to make our students better citizens of India,” said Sandeep Marwah Chancellor of AAFT University celebrating Army Day at Marwah Studios in association with International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry.

I have given nine years to forces. I was selected as Battalion Commander and rose up to District Commandant in Delhi Home Guards. Forces have taught me a lot. I believe there must be a chapter of Army Training in every School and College,” added Sandeep Marwah.

Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it, it flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it. India celebrates Army Day on January 15 every year to commemorate the achievements of the first Indian Commander in Chief of the Indian Army — General (later Field Marshal) K.M. Cariappa and to honour defence forces.

AAFT Join Hands with Educational Institution In Dubai

AAFT Join Hands With Phd Studies Accredited Expert

Dubai: President of AAFT- Asian Academy of Film And Television Dr. Sandeep Marwah was invited by the management of Phd Studies Accredited Degree Expert, Dubai to visit their administrative office to see for yourself how they are organized during his visit to UAE.

PhD Studies, is an international online Business School based in United Arab Emirates, partners with a wide range of Universities and gives its students full academic support during their entire education until they obtain a British Degree. PhD Studies is accredited by Qualifi, a recognized UK awarding organization regulated in England by the government’s Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulations.

PhD Studies, has acquired a profound knowledge in fitting the right degree program for every student and in supporting students through the degree process. We currently have graduates from different disciplines who hold various key positions in the public and private sectors. The team has been supporting students from around the world for more than twenty years to reach their dreams, to study research and get a PhD degree,” informed Francisco Penaherrera Director of the institution.

A memorandum of Understanding was signed between the two organizations as to help and support each other in education and training. “we are trying to know more about different courses, and how education in UAE has taken shape after Pandemic,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah while signing the MOU.

Asian Unity Alliance Has Grown Big with Time- Sandeep Marwah

Asian Unity Alliance Now Twenty Seven Years Old

New Delhi: Marwah Studios-Noida Film City as its headquarters and Sandeep Marwah as its International Chairperson, the ‘Asian Unity Alliance’ has grown big in these last twenty-seven years of its inception since 1993.

“In a span of all these years we have been able to create a wonderful relationship with most of the countries of Asia and have conducted large number of events to show off our relations to the people of World. We have always believed that art and culture can bring people of two countries together and force them to forget boundaries of their countries which are created by political influences,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah lately honored as The Man of Asia during his visit to Bangkok, Thailand.

“We have touched almost all the countries and have people coming from these countries now and then to the Asian Headquarters at Noida Film City. More than 20 committees are already operational in association with the Embassy or High Commission of the nations, which includes Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Vietnam, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Indonesia, China, Russia, Mongolia, Afghanistan, Iran, Turkey, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Kirgizstan, Kazakhstan, Cyprus, Jordan, Georgia, Lebanon, Oman, UAE and Kuwait.

The official visit of Dr. Sandeep Marwah to countries like Nepal, Thailand, Malaysia, Russia, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Turkey, South Korea, Indonesia, United Arab Emirates, Cyprus, China, Singapore has cemented the relations with these countries.

The Alliance is supported by Asian Academy of Film And Television, Asian School of Media Studies, Asian News Agency, Asian Business School, Asian School of Business, Asian Law College, Asian Academy Arts, Asian School of Hospitality &Tourism , International Chamber of Media And Entertainment Industry and many other organizations.

ICMEI Celebrated Asian Unity Day on 2nd April

Celebrated Asian Unity Day on 2nd April

New Delhi: “It has been now twenty-seven years we have been propagating the very important theme of Asian Unity since the inception of our first institution under the name and banner of Asian Academy of Film And Television,” said Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios in an event organized by International Chamber of Media And Entertainment Industry to celebrate Asian Unity Day along with international press conference explaining the need of Asian Unity.

“It was 22^nd July 1993 we inaugurated the institution and proposed a forum to bring in Love Peace and Unity through Art and Culture. We have always believed that it is necessary to have best of the relations between the Asian countries for their Political, Social, Economic and Cultural Growth and Peace,” added Sandeep Marwah.

“We are the first one in the World to start Asian Unity Day on 2^nd April so that we can remind the people of this continent that we are one and together. Asian Academy of Film And Television further created an alliance- Forum For Asian Unity and trying to bring all the fifty countries together under this alliance,” expressed Marwah.

Sandeep Marwah has introduced many other organizations starting with the word Asia like Asian School of Media Studies, Asian Academy of Arts, Asian Business School, Asian School of Business, Asian Law College, Asian News Agency, Asian Institute of Hospitality and Tourism and now AAFT University where one or other way he has been promoting the concept of Asian Unity.

Association of Asian Union Paid Homage to B P Agarwal

New Delhi: “We are indebted to late Ambassador Shri Beni Prasad Agarwal for being founder of Association of Asian Union- an organization to bring the union between countries of Asia. He had the vision and deep interest in the subject which he tried whole heartedly with the help of his friends and like-minded renowned people of the society,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios and Patron AAU remembering the great soul.

Wing Commander Praful Bakshi, now the President of AAU spoke about the last achievements of the organization and recollected old memories with Ambassador B.P. Agarwal. “we must take the organization to new heights with our new energy and new ideas. This is the time when we can bring the people of Asian countries together through art, culture, education, tourism, medical facilities, etc. Let us create a strong body to fulfil the desires of late B.P. Agarwal,” said Bakshi.

D.K. Arya, Vijay Handoo, J.S. Saluja, Kuldeep. K.Sharma, Gurbeer S. Khera, Nancy Juneja , Ali Adil Khan, Vimal Kumar and many others attended the meeting.

106th Batch of AAFT Inaugurated at Marwah Studios

106th Batch Inaugurated by Dignities at Marwah Studios

Noida “We are actually creating a new World Record in film and television education as there is no film school which has so far launched 106^th batch of trainees, we have done it today. These students are witness to  the history,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of AAFT-Asian Academy of Film And Television on the inauguration of 106^th batch at Marwah Studios, film city Noida.

Krishan Guptaa Managing Director of Organic Wellness Private Limited, Tedex Speaker and writer of book ‘Clear Your Bottle Necks’ shared his  part of story and motivated the students to work hard and keep learning in the capacity of Chief Guest of the day.

“I have seen best of the film and television schools of the country but no one teaches you better than AAFT. It has the best infrastructure and facilities to make you a better media person,” said Joy Shree Arora former Dean AAFT and renowned film and TV actress.

“There is no alternative to hard work. When students have a motivator and mentor like Sandeep Marwah, there is no chance of failure left with the students. I suggest you to please follow Dr. Marwah,” said V.S.K. Sood Managing Director of  Top Rankers Management Consultants.

Madhavi Advani Luxury Consultant, Vikkie Anand Grooming Mentor, Indrajeet Ghosh Chairman MSME Chamber of Commerce of India, Gaurav Gupta President Rajasthan Club and Ritu Jain Fashion Consultant also spoke on the occasion.

Later Sandeep Marwah honored and presented Life Membership o International Film And Television Club of AAFT to the dignities. Formal event was followed by question answers session by the new students..

AAFT Alumna Vridhi Now Miss Universe Teen Asia

AAFT President  With Vridhi Jain Miss Teen Universe Asia

Noida: Vridhi Jain, AAFT Alumna who represented India at Miss Teen Universe pageant held in Mexico became the Miss Teen Universe Asia 2019 and was there at her Alma Matter to interact with the press.

Vridhi Jain was crowned as the Continental queen of Asia. She was the best in Asia and hence was declared as the queen of Asia. She was also awarded with the Best Hair Title. Nicaragua secured the first spot winning the Miss Teen Universe Crown.

“I am proud of AAFTian Vridhi Jain. Not only that she brought the name of the institution to the best but she made the whole country proud of her success,” said Sandeep Marwah President of AAFT.

“I am thankful to AAFT and especially to Sandeep Sir for supporting me at every stage of my training. I carried a lot confidence from India to Mexico and your love & blessings have shown miracles,” said Vridhi Jain answering questions in the press conference.

“I will spend my time in learning more as education is the base of prosperity. I will also love to be part of glamour business and Charity will be my concern,” Vridhi Jain replied to the questions of national and international press at Marwah Studios. Nikhil Anand of Glamanand was also present there.

Noida City Magistrate Appreciated AAFT

City Magistrate S.K.Mishra Visited AAFT

Noida: The city magistrate of NOIDA City Shailendra Kumar Mishra appreciated the working style of the most popular film school of the country-AAFT- Asian Academy of Film And Television based in Marwah Studios, Film city Noida.

“This is my first visit to Asian Academy of Film And Television. I am impressed by the facilities being provided to the students who come here to learn film and television trade. This is one of the oldest skill development center in Noida,” said S.K.Mishra.

“We have churned out 17000 thousand students from 120 countries of the World, and attracted 1.4 million people from 145 countries of the World. AAFT is now the first film university of the country,” informed Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios.

Later Sandeep Marwah presented and honored S.K.Mishra with Life Membership of World Peace Development And Research Foundation of Marwah Studios. Jameel Ahmed former Secretary Noida Authority was also present on the occasion.

AAFT Scholarship Offered to Student from Iceland

AAFT Scholarship For Iceland

 Noida: The last Ambassador of Iceland to India H.E Thorir Ibsen inaugurated Indo Iceland Film And Cultural Forum at ICMEI- International Chamber of Media And Entertainment at New Delhi.

“We have the opportunity to work with the last Ambassador and we could organize a film festival, a tourism interaction, launch students club on Iceland etc. Now we are planning to add few more things to our association,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of ICMEI.

A scholarship of short-term course at AAFT- Asian Academy of Film And Television was presented to H.E. Gudmundur Stefansson Ambassador of Iceland to India during the official visit to the delegation to Embassy of Iceland.

“The scholarship include the foreign registration charges, course fee, boarding, lodging for three months and production charges for the deserving student as recommended by the Ambassador,” added Dr. Sandeep Marwah while handing over the scholarship at Marwah Studios.

“It is a great honor to be part of the chamber and I thank on behalf of my Government for the offer extended to the student of Iceland to study in India. We will work together to bring our friendship to next level,” said H.E. Gudmundur Arni Stefansson Ambassador of Iceland to India.

President AAFT Addressed to Faculty on Diwali Day

President AAFT Sandeep Marwah addressing AAFT Members

Noida: The President of Asian Education Group Sandeep Marwah addressed the whole faculty, administration and members of the management on pre Diwali day and expressed his gratitude to each and every one.

“I am much obelized to each and very one who is present here and who is not present here for there sincere contribution to the making of AAFT as an international brand of education,” said Sandeep Marwah a day before the Diwali like last many years.

“We have grown from 40 to 4000 as far as students are concerned and 40 to 400 for managing the affairs. Seven World Records, more than 600 awards including 110 international accolades, twelve colleges and international status of being the first ten best film schools of the World and now the first film University status, nothing could have happened without your support. I cannot ignore the participation of even one person who has contributed to even one class ever taken in this campus,” added Marwah thanking all the staff members.

The meeting was followed by presentation of Diwali Gifts and lunch. Sandeep Marwah personally greeted every member of Marwah Studios.

Doctorate For Sandeep Marwah For His Contribution to Industry

Doctorate  Presented to Sandeep Marwah by Kalinga University

Noida: The Chancellor of Kalinga University Dr. Badrinath in the presence of large film, television and media students from all over India and abroad presented a Doctorate Degree to Sandeep Marwah in a grand event at Noida Film City.

“ Sandeep Marwah popularly known as Global Cultural Minister is the only Indian to create six World Records in such a short period of time and he is the recipient of  more than 500 national and international awards. His contribution to media and entertainment industry is par excellence. He deserves the highest honour of this country, this degree of Doctorate is just the gesture of encouragement and appreciation,” said Dr. Badrinath Chancellor of the Kalinga University while handing over the award.

 Dr. Jagannath Vice Chancellor of ICFAI University, H.E. Rabie Narsh Ambassador of Lebanon to India, H.E. Michael A N N Oquaye High Commissioner of Ghana to India, Anil Khaitan Immediate Past President of PHDCCI, Padam Shree Sumitra Guha renowned Vocalist, Padam Shree Pratibha Prahlad renowned dance exponent and Jyoti Kailash Senior IAS officer congratulated Sandeep Marwah on receiving Doctorate who all were present there.

“I am so thankful to Kalinga University for honoring me with doctorate and raised my standard in few minutes. I will put my best to reach upto the expectations and will work hard to add on to all what I have already contributed,” thanked Sandeep Marwah President of Asian Education Group.

100th Convocation of AAFT Was A Great Celebration

100th Convocation of AAFT

Noida: A great grand event was planned on the occasion of 100^th Convocation of Asian Academy of Film And Television, an institution which has been rated as one of the ten best film schools of the World.

More than 100 students were passed out in different disciplines including Production Direction and TV Journalism, Editing and Sound Recording, Camera and Lighting Technics, Acting And Presentation, Sound Recording And Radio Productions, in one year and short term courses.

Dr. Bardinath the Chancellor of Kalinga University, Dr. Jagannath Vice Chancellor of ICFAI University, H.E. Rabie Narsh Ambassador of Lebanon to India, H.E. Michael A N N Oquaye High Commissioner of Ghana to India, Anil Khaitan Immediate Past President of PHDCCI, Padam Shree Sumitra Guha renowned Vocalist, Padam Shree Pratibha Prahlad renowned dance exponent and Jyoti Kailash Senior IAS spoke on the occasion.

“We have grown big in these last twenty five years. Every batch has given us a new light to learn and teach our students better and upto the mark. The courses have been perfect and to the tuned according to the market requirements, we wish you all the success in life,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of AAFT.

Boney Kapoor Congratulated Marwah on 25th Year of AAFT

Boney Kapoor Visits On Twenty Five Years of AAFT

Noida: Boney Kapoor specially visited Noida Film City to congratulate Sandeep Marwah President of Asian Academy of Film And Television on the completion of 25 years of education.

“What a remarkable success of Sandeep Marwah, when all the original plot holders have disappeared from the scene, Sandeep Marwah established the biggest film academy of the country and now one of the best in the world,” said Boney Kapoor presenting bouquet to Marwah.

“I am thankful to the whole film, television and media fraternity especially Boney Kapoor who has gone out of way to support the institution by sharing his vast experience not only to the organization in the capacity of Board of Director but to the students also,’ said Sandeep Marwah President Asian Academy of Film And Television.

Boney Kapoor met all the senior staff members and the workers of Marwah Studios and encouraged them to put their best in making AAFT as the   biggest and the best film school of the globe.

Workshop by Amita Nangia at AAFT

Life Membership of IFTC to Amita Nangia

Noida: known film and TV artist Amita Nangia conducted an interesting film workshop with the students of Acting and Presentation at Asian Academy of Film And Television.

Answering to the questions of students of acting, Amita Nangia expressed that nothing is impossible in this World, it may be difficult to achieve the success. She narrated her experiences in film and television production at length.

Amita Nangia’s initial popularity was from her role as Sheena in TV serial Tara, broadcast on Zee TV in 1993. She played roles in many Bollywood movies, and was among the five girls of popular TV serial Hum Paanch sitcom,also on Zee TV. She has also acted in Bollywood movies like Purani Haveli and College Girl. She was last seen playing the role of an sorcerer in the indian's mystery and thriller show, Kaal Bhairav Rahasya.

“We are thankful to Amita for being with us and sharing her experience,” said Sandeep Marwah President Marwah Studios. Marwah also presented Life Membership of International Film And Television Club of AAFT to Amita Nangia.

Sandeep Marwah Extended Gratitude to Senior Film Makers

Sandeep Marwah With Shekhar Kapur, Satish Kaushik and Javed Akhtar

Mumbai: “I am thankful to each and every one who has contributed to the growth of Asian Academy of Film And Television in these last twenty five years of its existence,” said Sandeep Marwah founder, Promoter and President of AAFT during his trip to Mumbai.

“1993 We shot Bandit Queen Phoolan Devi for almost four months at Marwah Studios. That was another full length feature film shot at Noida, The film became internationally successful. We learned a lot from Shekhar Kapur, the Director of the Film,” said Sandeep Marwah thanking Shekhar for trusting him even at that time.

Marwah also extend his gratitude to Satish Kaushik for his continuous support by shooting films at Marwah Studios be it Badhai o Badhai, Prem, Khushi or his contribution towards film education by taking workshops with different batches of AAFT.

“I know Javed Sahib since 1982 and his consent as Member of the Academic Council has given us the opportunity to have screening of all the films he has written so far including Deewar, Sholay, Trishul, Mr India, etc.

AAFT has already started celebrating this year as Silver Jubliee Year. Large number of events has been planned through out the year.

Grand Opening of 6th Global Festival of Journalism 2018

Inauguration of 6th Global Festival of Journalism

Noida: The sixth edition of the most exclusive journalism festival of the World opened at Noida Film City with great pomp and show. Large number of national and foreign delegates made the journalism festival colorful and vibrant on the first day of the event designed for 12^th to 14^th February, 2018.

“Seven years back we announced 12^th February as the International Day of Journalism, as there was no day marked earlier for the oldest profession on earth. To mark respect to the day we started Global Festival of Journalism every year,” said Sandeep Marwah President of International Journalism Centre and the festival.

“We are thrilled to be the part of the 6^th edition of first ever festival of this kind in the World. Bosnia and Herzegovina and India friendship has taken a new shape today. Media can boost our relationship to bigger platforms,” said H.E. Dr.Sabit Subasic Ambassador of Bosnia And Herzegovina while lighting the ceremonial lamp to inaugurate the festival.

“Marwah studios is the Mecca and Medina of film and media activities. Last time I was here for launching of Indo Ghana Film And Cultural Forum. Global Festival of Journalism has brought India and Ghana once again close to each other. I invite Marwah to Ghana as a state guest to further enhance our ties,” said H.E. Michael Aaron N. N. Oquaye Esq (Jnr) High Commissioner of Ghana to India.

Sandeep Marwah is a popular name in United Kingdom, his involvement has added more by joining hands with Teesside University. Asian Education Group and our University will soon tie up for joint gains,” added Dr.Xiaoxian Zhu Teesside University United Kingdom.

The reaches of 12th February as International Day of Journalism and Global Festival of Journalism have induced many organizations in the World to celebrate this day. I am ready to go to any extend to promote good journalism,” added Dr. Ved Pratap Vaidic veteran journalist of India.

Kumar Mohan Veteran Journalist from Mumbai representing the Indian film industry congratulated all the journalists from all over the World on International Journalism Day. ”International Journalism Centre has created the day and history in the books of journalism,” said Kumar Mohan.Pr Consultant Himanshu Zhunzhunwala was also present there.

The festival organized workshops, seminars, interactions, talks, exhibitions, screening of documentaries, release of posters etc. on the first day along with launching of Indo Bosnia Film And Cultural Forum by the Ambassador of Bosnia.

Later Sandeep Marwah honored the dignities with the life membership of International Journalism Centre of Marwah Studios.

Apna School Grown Big in Noida

Inauguration of Library at Apna School

Noida: A school planned by Marwah Studios for the underprivileged children 10 years ago, has grown bigger in size, quality and quantity. Now there are 15 branches with almost 1000 students studying in primary classes.

“It is the occasion to celebrate our success as we have grown from one to fifteen in numbers, students have grown from 40 to 1000 and hundreds of students after learning, have joined regular schools in Noida,” said Ritu Sinha Pricipal of the School.

“I am honored to be associated with the Team Apna School. Today we are opening a library and Shishu Sansthan for Shiv Nagari. Slums do not sound comfortable to all of us. Few years back I had to change the name to Shiv Nagari. I am sure the children in these colonies will take full advantage of Library and ladies of Shishu Sansthan,” said Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios.

Many dignities from Noida were present there to participate in this holy event at Shiv Nagari. An entertainment program followed the formal inauguration by the school children.

Sandeep Marwah Gets Status of Global Cultural Minister

Sandeep Marwah Nominated Global Cultural Minister

Noida: Once again 35 delegates from 27 countries of the World nominated Sandeep Marwah of AAFT as the Global Cultural Minister for his deep involvement in bringing love, peace and unity in the World through art and culture during the Global Peace Summit at Noida Film City.

“I have yet to know a person who has worked for more than 140 countries of the World in the field of art and culture-Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios is a man with most exclusive energy. He is an international institution in him self,” said Fatou Faboure Djiba delegate from Senegal during the Global Peace Summit.

“If there is any subject which sounds international then it is Peace. Not many people working seriously on this subject. Bringing people together from all over the World itself is an art and Marwah knows that,” added Mohammad Essa Obaidi delegate from Afghanistan.

“Marwah has earlier also been nominated Global Cultural Minister on different occasion. We all hereby reconfirming his international status today,” said Kavita Bulkoon delegate from Trinidad & Tobago.

“162 Scholarships and 162 film Joint Ventures is beyond the capacity of an individual. By announcing all this Marwah has created another new record,” expressed Youssef Mikhaer Tadrous from Egypt.

Sandeep Marwah is 6 times international record holder. He has invested more than 60000 hours in film, television and media research. He is chairing more than 100 different film, television, media and social organizations with one aim to promote love, peace and unity. He is also the recipient of more than 500 awards from all over the World.

The event was organized by ICMEI- International Chamber of Media And Entertainment Industry and supported by AAFT- Asian Academy of Film And Television, Ministry of External Affairs and Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India.

The function was attended by foreign delegates from Afghanistan, Senegal, Swaziland, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, Ethiopia, Nepal, Cote D’ lvoire, Fiji, Jamaica, Zimbabwe, Vietnam, Nigeria, Tanzania, Madagascar, Liberia, Trinidad & Tobago, Egypt, Guyana, Ghana, Tajikistan, Gabon, Botswana, South Sudan, Cameron and India.

Tribute To Mohammad Rafi At AAFT

Glowing tributes were paid to the perennial gold voice of Hindi cinema Mohammad Rafi on his 21st death anniversary at the Asian Academy Of Film and Television. Speaking on this occasion the director Sandeep Marwah said that the present generation of film makers should be grateful because of legacy they have inherited.

Rafi claimed to have recorded 28,000 songs in 11 Indian languages between 1944 and April 1980. Rafi has sung 4,516 Hindi film songs, 112 non-Hindi film songs, and 328 private (non-film) songs. His singing career spanned about 40 years, and his songs ranged from classical numbers to patriotic songs, sad lamentations to highly romantic numbers, qawwalis to ghazals and bhajans, and from slow melancholic tunes to fast and melodious fun filled songs

Dean cinema Ashok Tyagi recalled the contribution of Rafi Sahab in making actors from Dilip Kumar to Amitabh Bachchan by lending his voice. Joint Director R.K.Singh and Dean Om Gupta of Asian School Media studies also spoke about him. The faculty and students of different schools of Marwah Studios were present on this occasion. The event was supported by Asian Academy Of Arts and International Film And Television Club. (www.aaft.com)

First Step to Be Millionaire is to Love Your Work - Puneet Jindal

“It is very important to love your work which is the first step to be a big man- a millionaire” said Puneet Jindal the great motivator while talking to the students of Film Television and Media in the Master class at Asian Academy of Film And Television (AAFT) at Noida film City.

“Only those people achieve success who are always ready to face all sort of problems and prepared for unforeseen circumstances’ added Sandeep Marwah the President of Marwah Studios and World Record Holder in media while introducing Puneet Jindal to the audience.

The management of Asian Education Group comprising of AAFT, ASMS, ABS ASGA, ASP and Asian School of Communication has always believed that it is important to give value addition to students along with hard core education and training in media. The session lasted for three hours. Marwah presented life membership of International Film And Television Club to Jindal.