116th Batch of AAFT Inaugurated with Pomp and Show at Marwah Studios

Noida: I am pleased to tell you that you all are writing history with us today as there is no creative institution other than AAFT which has opened 116th batch of trainees anywhere in the World. My heartiest congratulations to the complete administration, faculty members, staff of Marwah Studios & AAFT for their sincere cooperation in achieving this platform,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios & Asian Academy of Film And Television on the opening of 116th batch of AAFT.

I may be London but the success story of AAFT is known to us also. The education blended with humanity is rare to be seen in any educational center today. Dr Marwah is an international leader and man of the words. The students are lucky to learn under his guidance and supervision. I admire the works of Dr. Marwah especially towards World Peace,” expressed Dr. Abdul Dewale Mohammed President of Africa Asia Scholars Global Network while lighting the ceremonial lamp.

Seeing is believing, I am here to meet Sandeep after fifty years, we were together in School. His Achievements are beyond explanations. We knew about AAFT in USA but today I realized the standards which he is maintaining in education. I wish him all the success,” said Sudir Gupta CEO of XOP Networks, United States of America.

I am impressed by the education setup; I have never seen an educational center so full of energy and enthusiasm. I think it travels from top to bottom. I would love to be part of this institution,” spoke Dilshad Panday renowned film maker from Canada.

AAFT is the sangam of all the creative arts, that is the reason students of this institution grow much faster. There is a massive need of creative education in this country for the development of human race,” added Guru Deepak Maharaj renowned Kathak exponent.

A poster was released from the stage by the guests to mark respect to the World Civil Defense     Day. Later Dr. Marwah presented life membership of International Film and Television Club of AAFT to all the dignitaries. Dr. Ajay Kumar presented vote of thanks. Radio Noida & MSTV covered the event.

Sandeep Marwah Honored with National Gaurav Award at Vigyan Bhawan

New Delhi: It is an honor-to-honor Dr. Sandeep Marwah. He is already recipient of many International and National awards for his extra ordinary contribution towards the promotion of Tourism, Education, World Peace, Art & Culture and Media and Entertainment Industry. He is a Living Legend. He is the brand Ambassador of the Country of India and 68 more countries of the World. His nine World Records have put him to the highest pedestal of the Nation,” citation was read by the organizers at the National Gaurav Awards function at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.

Sandeep Marwah recipient of Dadasaheb Phalke Film Foundation Award, is the founder of Noida Film City, Marwah Studios, Asian Academy of Film and Television and 100 more Film, TV, Media, Art & Culture, Tourism, Educational, social organizations. He is the Chancellor of AAFT University of Media and Arts. He has been the National Chairman for M&E Committee of BIS in Ministry of Consumer Affairs, on the Board of AICTE, Ministry of Education, on the Board of MESC Ministry of Skill Development, Government of India. Sandeep Marwah is one of the most well recognized face of India abroad.

I am thankful to the award committee of Indian Brave Hearts for honoring me the National Gaurav Award at Vigyan Bhawan. We, at Marwah Studios, will leave no stone unturned to work hard to add on to all what we have done so far. I believe the responsibility moves up with every award,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios accepting the award.

Sandeep Marwah Met Executive Council of Asian Alumni Association

Noida: The Executive Council of Asian Alumni Association consisting of former students of Asian Academy of Film and Television together with Asian School of Media Studies met the President Dr. Sandeep Marwah for the new proposals for the year.

It has been decided to have Alumni Meet on 18th of March 2023 at the premises of Marwah Studios and number of suggestions were made to make it a very vibrant, entertaining and colorful meeting followed by awards and Dinner.

“It is now almost 30 years we are in education and AAFT & ASMS have a very strong alumni association. I am proud of my students who all are doing very well in their chosen fields and spread out all over the World,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah while talking to former students. “I would like to appreciate all the effort that is done by you all for the development of our society and thank you for justifying the years spent by you at this institution. Last but not least, I would like everyone to participate on 18th March. Hope you all will like the arrangement made for your reunion,” added Marwah

Screening of Documentary on Margaret Cousins at Irish Embassy

New Delhi: “What a unique presentation. What a wonderful piece of information. Large number of people must know about India and Irish relations through this great lady Margaret Cousins.,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry on the screening of Documentary on Irish suffragist and social leader Margaret Cousins and her life in India at the residence of H.E. Brendan. Ward Ambassador of Ireland to India.

“We must have another show at Marwah Studios so that young generation can relate the relation between two countries and contribution of Irish lady in Indian History,” added Dr. Marwah also Chair for Indo Ireland Film and Cultural Forum.

“I welcome you to the screening of a very exclusive film, I am sure you will like it. I am also thankful to the members of the board of All India Women’s Conference for their gracious presence and bringing out this precious information through this film,” said H.E. Brendan Ward Ambassador of Ireland to India.

Margaret Elizabeth Cousins 7 November 1878 – 11 March 1954) was an Irish-Indian educationist, suffragist and theosophist who established All India Women’s Conference (AIWC) in 1927. She was the wife of poet and literary critic James Cousins,  with whom she moved to India in 1915. She is credited with preserving the tune of the Indian National Anthem Jana Gana Mana  based on the notes provided by Tagore himself in February 1919, during Rabindranath Tagore’s visit to the Madanapalle College. She was a member of the Flag Presentation Committee which presented the National Flag to the Constituent Assembly  on 14 August 1947.

The event was attended by Sheela Kakde Patron AIWC, Kalyani Raj President AIWC, H.E. Daniels Mariana Sezonov Ţane Ambassador of Romania, Cornelis J. Groeneveld of Embassy of Netherland, and Luc Menard from Embassy of France,. Peader O Hubain Second Secretary & Consul Embassy of Ireland, number of Diplomats, film lovers, researchers, members of International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, members of All India Women’s Conference and people from art and culture fraternity were also present there.

Choe Hui Choi Patron to Indo DPR Korea Cultural Forum

Noida: H.E. Choe Hui Choi Ambassador of Democratic People’s Republic of Korea to India has been presented with Patronship of newly formed Indo DPR Korea Film and Cultural Forum on the very first day of 11th Global Festival of Journalism Noida 2023 in a grand function at Marwah Studios Film City Noida.

“We are more than happy to have H.E. Choe Hui Choi Ambassador of Democratic People’s Republic of Korea to India as our patron to Indo DPR Korea Film and Cultural Forum. He is the best person to guide us and lead us in developing and promoting relations between India and Korea. We can grow much faster under his leadership,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry.

First time Indo DPRKorea Film and Cultural Forum has been formed. I will support you to my best. Together we can achieve higher targets,” said H.E. Choe Hui Choi Ambassador of Democratic People’s Republic of Korea to India while accepting the memento of the festival and patronship of the cultural forum. The event was supported by Asian Unity Alliance, World Peace Development and Research Foundation, and AAFT University.

Sandeep Marwah Nominated Chair for Indo DPR Korea Cultural Forum

Noida: “Practice Makes Man Perfect – and Dr. Sandeep Marwah is the perfect person to Chair the newly formed Indo DPR Korea Film and Cultural Forum here at the 11th Global Festival of Journalism Noida 2023. His experience will help all of us to promote art and culture of both the countries,” said H.E. Choe Hui Choi Ambassador of Democratic People’s Republic of Korea to India while handing over the certificate of Chairmanship to Dr. Marwah.

“It is a feather in my cap, I am thrilled and happy to be the chair of Indo Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. We have large ideas to execute immediately to mark the presence of first ever forum of this kind from DPR Korea. I assure you that the forum will be vibrating with large number of important events,” expressed Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry.

The ceremony was attended by members of media fraternity and film, TV & Media students from different institutions from India and abroad. The event was supported by Asian Unity Alliance, World Peace Development and Research Foundation, and International Film and Television Research Centre of Marwah Studios.

Indo DPR Korea Film and Cultural Forum Announced

Noida: 11th Global Festival of    Journalism Noida 2023 is the best occasion to announce the launching of Indo Democratic People’s Republic of Korea Film and Cultural Form and the name of the Chair of Indo DPR Film and Cultural Forum as we are surrounded by like-minded people from so many different countries of the World at the same time,” said H.E. Choe Hui Chol Ambassador of DPR Korea to India while releasing the poster of the forum.

The forum is created to have best of the relations between the people of India and Korea through art and culture. Different kinds of events can be planned to bring the strengths of both the countries on the table. People must learn the art and culture of both the countries,” added Ambassador Choe Hui Chol

“We are very enthusiastic to deal with The DPR Korea and its people. It has given us another opportunity to showcase the talent of both the countries,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of 11th Global Festival of Journalism and International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry congratulating the Korean team.

Relations between India and DPR Korea have been generally characterised by friendship, cooperation and understanding. As members of the Non-Aligned Movement, there is a commonality of views between the two on many international issues, e.g. Disarmament, South-South Cooperation, etc. Both sides continue to work closely in international fora and support each other on various issues of bilateral and international interests. The event was supported by Asian Unity Alliance & World Peace Development and Research Foundation.

AAFT will Work with International Youth Fellowship Paris

Paris: “I am thankful to the organization for nominating me as International Advisor to International Youth Fellowship originally based in South Korea. My two visits to Seoul and Busan earlier added to the strength of our relations between India and South Korea. We have created together Indo South Korea Film and Cultural Forum also to develop and promote relation between the people of two countries,” informed Sandeep Marwah to the delegates from IYF in Paris during his visit to France at Hotel Intercontinental Le Grand, Rue de Scribe, Paris.

Together some youth activities can be planned with the students of AAFT whenever they are planning to come to Paris, suggested Yongha Hwang, Director International Youth Fellowship Paris.” We are busy here with different colleges and universities and promoting peace activities all-round the year,” he added. He was accompanied by delegates Oliva and Sinae.

Sandeep Marwah also briefed the delegation about Indo French Business and Cultural Forum of International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry and his relations with France through many cultural associations.

AAFT Join Hands with Normandie Business School

Paris: We are pleased to join hands with EM Normandie Business School right here in the Paris. I am sure both AAFT University and Normandie Business School will take best advantages of each other’s specializations. The idea is to enhance the level of education and learn what extra efforts other schools are adding to make education international,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President AAFT University talking to the faculty at school at Paris.

“I am impressed by the new infrastructure and state of art teaching aids being used here for quick understanding of the subject. I am sure students from AAFT would like to be a part of activities at Normandie and vice versa,” added Marwah.

Laurence Mariet Sanchez and Juliet Montuelle, the International Admission Managers of EM Normandie interacted with Dr. Sandeep Marwah and discussed many aspects of joint programs possible between the two institutions. Dr. Marwah invited faculty from Paris to visit AAFT University and decided on students exchange program. He also explained the authorities about Indo French Business and Cultural Forum which he is Chairing in India.

Exhibition of Still Photography Opened at 11th Global Festival of Journalism

Noida:  The camera is an instrument that teaches people how to see without a camera. Photography is by nature a documentary art. On the occasion of 11th Global festival of Journalism Noida 2023, a photography exhibition titled “Phototatv” was presented by the students of School of Still Photography of Asian Academy of Film and Television & International Journalism Centre.

“I have always believed that still photography is the base of many creative arts. It enhances the aesthetic sense and guides you to think systematically. We made it a point to have a subject Still Photography in every creative course including Cinema, Journalism, Fashion, Animation, Tourism etc. Now I can proudly say that we have a separate school  under  AAFT School of Still Photography which has picked up very well,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President Marwah Studios while lighting the ceremonial lamp in the new wing of Marwah Studios.

Alfredo Caldera, Charge D’ Affaires Embassy of Venezuela,  Zena Chung, Social worker from South Korea, Heikki Ranta Chairman Finland Chamber of Commerce, Narendra Gupta Senior Journalist from Mumbai, Nida Ahmed renowned TV Presenter, Kumar Rakesh Senior Journalist, Varun Suri Model & Actor, Dr. Abbas Naseri Tahiri, Correspondent Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting, Sunil Dang former member of Prasar Bharti also spoke on the subject.

The dignitaries present there appreciated the work which was presented under  theme Guerrilla warfare in Kashmir, Massive Fire in Chandni Chowk, Loneliness, Crowd etc. A coffee table book consisting of these pictures were suggested by the guests. The event was supported by Asian Unity Alliance, AAFT University, World Peace Development and Research Foundation, and International Film and TV Research Centre.