Sandeep Marwah Applauds Film Expo India 2026 for Creating a Major Platform in North India

Sandeep Marwah Applauds Film Expo India 2026 for Creating a Major Platform in North India

New Delhi, September 4, 2026: The International Chamber of Media & Entertainment Industry (ICMEI), AAFT, and Marwah Studios partnered with Film Expo India 2026, held from 26th to 31st August at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, further strengthening the connection between education, industry, creativity, and professional opportunities.

Speaking about the association, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, Founder of Noida Film City, President of Marwah Studios and Vice President of the Film Federation of India, said that around 200 students and media and entertainment professionals associated with AAFT, ICMEI, and Marwah Studios actively contributed to the expo throughout all five days.

“We have been associated with Film Expo India right from the day of its inception. Our objective has always been to support initiatives that bring the entire media and entertainment fraternity together and provide meaningful exposure to young professionals and students. The participation of around 200 students and professionals throughout the five days reflects our commitment to industry-oriented education and practical learning,” said Dr. Marwah.

During his visit to Bharat Mandapam, Dr. Marwah toured the exhibition extensively and visited the stalls one by one. He interacted with exhibitors, artists, professionals, and creative entrepreneurs and appreciated the wide range of work displayed at the expo.

A special attraction was the art section, which featured 72 stalls representing different artists and art companies, showcasing paintings, sculptures, and other forms of visual art. Dr. Marwah appreciated the diversity and quality of the creative work and observed that the inclusion of art had added a significant cultural dimension to the expo.

“Film Expo India has created a platform that goes beyond cinema. It brings together filmmaking, technology, education, art, creativity, and business. The participation of 72 artists and art companies demonstrates the enormous potential of the creative economy and the importance of providing artists with platforms to showcase their work,” Dr. Marwah added.

Dr. Sandeep Marwah also congratulated Jyoti Yadav, Founder of Film Expo India, and Mukesh Kumar, CEO, for their vision and determination in taking the initiative forward.

“I sincerely appreciate the efforts of Jyoti Yadav and Mukesh Kumar for taking this important initiative for North India. Organising an expo of this scale requires tremendous dedication, planning, teamwork, and vision. Film Expo India has the potential to become a major annual platform for the film, television, media, entertainment, technology, and creative industries,” said Dr. Marwah.

The partnership also provided students with valuable opportunities to gain practical experience, interact with industry professionals, understand emerging technologies, and explore career possibilities within the rapidly expanding media and entertainment sector.

The successful five-day Film Expo India 2026 marked an important step towards creating a stronger and more integrated media, entertainment, art, education, and creative industry ecosystem in North India.

AAFT Proudly Served as Education Partner for Film Expo India 2026 at Bharat Mandapam

AAFT Proudly Served as Education Partner for Film Expo India 2026 at Bharat Mandapam

New Delhi, September 4, 2026: AAFT (Asian Academy of Film & Television) proudly served as the Education Partner for Film Expo India 2026, held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from 26th to 31st August 2026. The five-day exhibition brought together leading filmmakers, producers, distributors, film educators, OTT platforms, technology companies, film institutes, and creative professionals from across India and abroad.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of AAFT, said, “Education and the media and entertainment industry must grow together. Film Expo India provided an excellent platform for students, educators, filmmakers, and industry professionals to interact, exchange ideas, explore new technologies, and understand the changing dynamics of cinema and digital media. AAFT is proud to contribute to this important initiative and to strengthen the bridge between education and the professional world.”

Mukesh Kumar, said, “Film Expo India 2026 has created a valuable platform for the entire film and media ecosystem. The participation of educational institutions and young creative talent has added a new dimension to the exhibition, helping students connect directly with the industry and understand emerging opportunities.”

Jyoti Yadav, Founder & Director of Film Expo India, said, “We are delighted to have AAFT as the Education Partner for Film Expo India 2026. AAFT’s commitment to professional education, innovation, and industry-oriented learning has greatly enhanced the academic and creative dimension of the expo. Our objective is to create a platform where knowledge, technology, creativity, and business come together.”

Vindu Dara Singh, Mentor, Film Expo India 2026, said, “The future of Indian cinema belongs to young and talented professionals who are willing to learn, innovate, and adapt. Film Expo India has provided them with an opportunity to meet industry leaders, explore new technologies, and gain practical exposure. The association with AAFT has made the initiative even more meaningful for the next generation of media and entertainment professionals.”

The participation of AAFT as Education Partner reaffirmed its longstanding commitment to industry-academia collaboration, skill development, experiential learning, and nurturing the next generation of creative professionals. The expo also provided AAFT students and faculty with an opportunity to engage with industry experts, emerging technologies, production solutions, and new career possibilities in the rapidly evolving media and entertainment sector.

Film Expo India 2026 concluded successfully, establishing itself as an important meeting point for the Indian and international film, television, digital media, and entertainment industries.

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Film Expo India 2026 Inaugurated at Bharat Mandapam by Dr. Sandeep Marwah

Film Expo India 2026 Inaugurated at Bharat Mandapam by Dr. Sandeep Marwah

New Delhi: Film Expo India 2026, a major five-day exhibition dedicated to the film and media industry, was inaugurated at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, with Dr. Sandeep Marwah, Founder of Noida Film City, Vice President of the Film Federation of India (FFI), and Chancellor of AAFT University, performing the ceremonial lamp lighting.

The exhibition, being held from 26th to 30th August 2026, brings together a wide spectrum of the entertainment and creative ecosystem, including filmmakers, producers, distributors, film educators, OTT platforms, technology companies, film institutes, equipment manufacturers and creative professionals.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Sandeep Marwah said, “Film Expo India is an important platform for the Indian film and media industry. For the first time, such a large congregation of the complete film ecosystem is coming together under one roof, creating opportunities for networking, knowledge exchange, business partnerships and technological advancement.”

“India is today one of the largest and most vibrant markets for cinema and entertainment. We need more platforms where technology, talent, education and industry can interact with each other. Film Expo India can become an important meeting point for the national and international film fraternity,” Dr. Marwah added.

He further highlighted the importance of connecting film education with the professional industry. Students from AAFT and other leading institutions participated in the exhibition, visited the stalls and interacted with industry professionals, gaining valuable first-hand exposure to the latest developments in cinema and media.

Founder Director Jyoti Brahmanand welcomed the guests and participants and said that Film Expo India was conceived as a dedicated platform to bring together different segments of the film and media industry. She expressed confidence that the expo would grow into a major annual gathering for professionals, businesses, educators and creative talent.

CEO Mukesh Kumar spoke about the scale and vision of the exhibition and said that the response from the industry demonstrated the growing need for a platform where stakeholders could showcase their products, services, technology and expertise while exploring new business opportunities.

Brand Ambassador Vindu Darasingh congratulated the organisers and appreciated the initiative for creating a common platform for the entertainment fraternity. He said that the Indian film industry is witnessing tremendous growth and that exhibitions such as Film Expo India can help talent and technology move together towards a stronger future.

The inauguration witnessed a large audience, with extensive participation from film professionals, exhibitors, students, academicians and visitors. A wide range of stalls and exhibition spaces showcased film equipment, technology, production services, education, media solutions and other products and services connected with the entertainment industry.

A significant attraction of the expo was the participation of AAFT students, along with students and representatives from other educational institutions, giving young aspirants an opportunity to observe the latest industry practices and engage directly with professionals.

Film Expo India 2026 aims to provide a comprehensive platform for B2B networking, industry collaboration, technology demonstration, education, talent interaction and knowledge sharing. The event also seeks to strengthen the connection between India’s rapidly expanding creative economy and the global film and media industry.

The inauguration marked the beginning of five days of exhibitions, interactions and industry engagement, positioning Film Expo India 2026 as a significant new platform for India’s film, media and entertainment ecosystem.