Month: September 2025

H.E. Erick Jean Marie Zinsou Becomes Patron of Indo Benin Film and Cultural Forum. New Delhi: The Indo Benin Film and Cultural Forum received a strong boost of support as H.E. Erick Jean Marie Zinsou, Ambassador of Benin to India, officially honored with the Patronship of the Forum. By the International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI). The announcement was made at a special ceremony held at the Embassy of Benin in New Delhi.

The Patronship symbolizes the Ambassador’s commitment to building stronger cultural, artistic, and people-to-people ties between India and Benin.

Expressing his delight, H.E. Erick Jean Marie Zinsou said, “It is an honor to be Patron of the Indo Benin Film and Cultural Forum. I look forward to working closely with ICMEI and Dr. Sandeep Marwah to open new opportunities for cultural cooperation and friendship between our two nations.”

On this occasion, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios and Chancellor of AAFT University. Who earlier nominated as the Chair of the Forum, remarked, “With Ambassador Zinsou as our Patron, the Indo Benin Film and Cultural Forum has gained a strong foundation of leadership and vision. Together, we shall create meaningful cultural exchanges, film collaborations, and creative initiatives to bring our nations closer.”

The Forum will soon roll out activities including film festivals, art exhibitions, cultural delegations, and academic exchanges to promote mutual understanding and cooperation through art and culture. Hence H.E. Erick Jean Marie Zinsou Becomes Patron of Indo Benin Film and Cultural Forum.

Sandeep Marwah Nominated as Chair for Indo Benin Film and Cultural Forum. New Delhi: A new chapter in India–Benin relations was written with the creation of the Indo Benin Film and Cultural Forum, initiated by the International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI) in association with the Embassy of Benin in India. The launch took place at a distinguished ceremony hosted at the Embassy of Benin in New Delhi.

In a significant gesture to foster cultural diplomacy, H.E. Erick Jean Marie Zinsou, Ambassador of Benin to India, nominated Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios and Chancellor of AAFT University, as the Chair of the Indo Benin Film and Cultural Forum.

Accepting the honor, Dr. Sandeep Marwah said, “The power of art and culture goes beyond borders. With this forum, we aspire to bring India and Benin closer, creating new avenues for film, cultural exchange, and creative partnerships. This is the beginning of a meaningful journey of friendship and collaboration.”

On this occasion, H.E. Erick Jean Marie Zinsou remarked, “The Indo Benin Film and Cultural Forum will serve as a dynamic platform to strengthen the people-to-people ties between our nations. I am confident that under the leadership of Dr. Marwah, this initiative will set new milestones in cultural diplomacy.”

The event also witnessed the presentation of Patronship of ICMEI to Ambassador Zinsou by Dr. Marwah, symbolizing mutual commitment to promote art and culture as strong vehicles of bilateral relations.

The Indo Benin Film and Cultural Forum will soon announce a series of initiatives including film festivals, cultural programs, academic exchanges, and artistic collaborations aimed at bringing the vibrant cultures of India and Benin closer together. Hence Sandeep Marwah Nominated as Chair for Indo Benin Film and Cultural Forum.

ICMEI Launches Indo Benin Film and Cultural Forum in Association with Embassy of Benin. New Delhi-19th August,2025: The International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI), in association with the Embassy of Benin in India. Proudly announced the creation of the Indo Benin Film and Cultural Forum at a humble yet significant function held at the Embassy of Benin in New Delhi.

The newly formed forum is aimed at developing and promoting strong ties between the people of India and Benin through art, culture, and creative collaborations.

On this historic occasion, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios and ICMEI, and H.E. Erick Jean Marie Zinsou, Ambassador of Benin to India, Such as expressed their shared vision of strengthening cultural diplomacy between the two nations. Speaking at the ceremony, Dr. Sandeep Marwah said. “The Indo Benin Film and Cultural Forum will serve as a bridge between our two countries, encouraging cultural exchange, artistic collaborations, and people-to-people connections.”

In his remarks, H.E. Erick Jean Marie Zinsou stated, “This initiative will deepen our mutual understanding and bring our countries closer through the universal language of art and culture.”

During the event, Dr. Sandeep Marwah presented the Patronship of ICMEI to Ambassador Zinsou. While the Ambassador officially nominated Dr. Marwah as the Chair of the Indo Benin Film and Cultural Forum, marking the beginning of a promising partnership. The forum will soon launch a series of cultural activities, film screenings, festivals, and artistic exchanges to further its mission of nurturing Indo-Benin relations. Hence ICMEI Launches Indo Benin Film and Cultural Forum in Association with Embassy of Benin.