- “People could not even dream that Noida Film City One day after 35 years will be the fastest growing film city of the World,” said Sandeep Marwah founder of Noida Film City and president of Marwah Studios on the foundation day of Noida Film City and Marwah Studios which falls on 10th March, in a press conference held at Marwah Studios.
Today we have 100 acres -75 acres outdoor locations, 25 acres indoor with 16 studios and out of these studios 350 channels are being broadcast to 162 countries 24×7.There are 17000 professions working here in 3 shifts of 8 hours each and cascading effect is that approx. 150,000 people are earning their bread because of the film city informed Sandeep Marwah
When it comes to Marwah Studios, the first professional film studios of North India, we are now celebrating 32 years of its contribution to nation building. Marwah Studios has churned out approximately 4500 television programs for more than 50 channels, associated with more than 125 feature films in 8 languages, around 5000 training films have been made here and my production company has made 3300 short films and created numerous world records added Sandeep Marwah.
Marwah Studios has given one of the best film schools to Media and entertainment Industry, educated and trained 20,000 students from 145 countries and has been rated as first ten best film schools of the World.
We are happy that we have touched 7500 events in all these years and could attract three million people under film and cultural tourism from 156 countries. Marwah studios never forgot its responsibility towards society and has been associated with large number of organizations in promoting films, television, media, art, culture, tourism, education, environment, skill development, sports and touched the subjects of disability, health, unity, Peace on international level.
Today Marwah Studios is not only representing India all over the World but also been nominated as cultural ambassador and representing 68 countries of the World in India to promote art and culture. Marwah Studios has been a case study in many countries.
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Sandeep Marwah Presented Biju Patnaik International Awards for Women
New Delhi: History and our mythology of our country of India has taught us that we all must bow before women to be successful in all fields. If it is wealth & money bow before Mother Goddess Laxmi, if power then Mother Goddess Shakti, if security then Mother Goddess Kali and if art and culture then Mother Goddess Saraswati. True speaking, it is an education that teaches to respect women, support them to best and give them equal status in the community. Where there is no respect for women, that house, or community, or nation cannot progress,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah Chancellor of AAFT University of Media and Arts at Bhumiputra Biju Patnaik International Women Empowerment Awards, an event organised by Dr. Chandana Raul Chairperson of art and culture society Aks at India International Centre.
There was a marvellous performance by Dr. Chandna Raul who is also the Odissi exponent herself. A musical and dance program by arts students of different colleges also impressed the audience which was followed by Award Function. Dr. Sandeep Marwah was first presented with award for his contribution to arts.
Padam Shri Vidushi Sumitra Guha Hindustani Classical Vocalist, Ambassador Dr. Shashi Uban Tripathi IFS, Dr. Shashi Tiwari Sanskrit Scholar, Anuradha Goel Chairperson PHD FWF & Prominent Social Worker, Prof. Rajni Abbi former Mayor of Delhi, Dr. Shobha Koser Kathak Exponent, Guru Smita Shastri Kuchipudi & Bharat Natyam Exponent, Prof. Bijaylaxmi Nanda Principal Miranda House, Pramilla Chabra Editor Delhi Diary, Naira Mkrtchyan from writer from Armenia were the awardees.
Film Director & Actor Prashanta Nanda Member Parliament Rajya Sabha, Actor Munna Khan Member Parliament Rajya Sabha, Prof. Balram Pani Dean of Colleges Delhi University, Dr. Ashish Kandhaway Director Swami Vivekanand Culture Centre Myanmar, Prof. Manoj K Khanna Proincipal Ramjas College, Prof. Vichtra Gupta Principal Motilal Nehru College, B.L.Gaur Auther Editor, Inderjeet Sharma Director International Hindi Association USA, Insang Song former Cultural Director Embassy of Korea were the guest of honour who all presented the awards.
“We feel honoured and complete by recognising the efforts of these legends in their respective fields of art and culture, education, and social work. This is one of the ways to appreciate artists and bring the importance of art and culture in the community,” said Dr. Chandana Raul thanking everyone for their participation.
Sandeep Marwah Special Guest at 75th Anniversary of Myanmar
New Delhi: I on behalf of International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry and the complete fraternity of Art and Culture of India take this opportunity to extend our heartiest congratulations to H.E. U Moe Kyaw Aung Ambassador of Myanmar to India and people of Myanmar on the celebration of 75th Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of ICMEI and Chair for Indo Myanmar Film and Cultural Forum at a grand function organised by Embassy of Myanmar at Hotel Shangri-La Eros.
Honorable B.L. Sharma Minister of State in the Ministry of Development of Northeastern Region and Minister of State in the Ministry of Co-operation, Government of India was the Chief Guest of the function.
H.E. U Moe Kyaw Aung welcomed the large audience consisting of Ambassadors, High Commissioners, Diplomats, people from Business Community, Art and Culture, and different strata of life. Ambassador emphasised on the cordial and strong relations of Myanmar with India from centuries. The official function was followed by gala dinner.
Sandeep Marwah at SOURCEX by Ministry of Commerce
New Delhi: “Brand is the sum total of how someone perceives a particular organization. Brand is just a perception, and perception will match reality over time. A brand is a voice, and a product is a souvenir,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios and Chancellor AAFT University of Media and Arts at the international convention SOURCEX on Branding India organised by Federation of Indian Exporters Organization, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India at Hotel Leela, Anand Vihar, Delhi.
“A brand for a company is like a reputation for a person. You earn reputation by trying to do hard things well. our brand is a story unfolding across all customer touchpoints. Of all the things that your company owns, brands are far and away the most important and the toughest,” added Dr. Marwah giving examples from his life and narrating how he has build-up the brand of AAFT which could attract students from 145 countries of the World to Marwah Studios, Film City Noida.
The opening remarks were delivered by Dr. A .Sakthivel President FIEO. Mariya of Negotiations X5 Group Russia, Mohammed Sherin Brand Manager Lulu Group UAE, Dr. Rohit Mehtani Consultant IIFT, Vikas Bagaria Founder Pee Safe and Rahul Jain Director Nilkamal also spoke on the occasion. Earlier the convention was inaugurated by Anupriya Patel, Honourable Minister of State, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India. Session was anchored by Vishvaditya of FIEO, conducted by Dr. Ajay Sahai Director General & CEO FIEO, and Khalid Khan Vice President FIEO presented the vote of thanks.
One Hundred Twenty Indian manufacturers participated to present their products to the International buyers from different parts of the World, attending the convention.
Sandeep Marwah Released Poetry Collection of RJ Rekha
New Delhi: “Poetry is the best way to express yourself, it reaches to the heart in the fastest way. I leave no stone unturned to reach to the inauguration and release of the book because I consider it a spiritual activity, it is also like a giving birth to a new baby,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios and Chancellor AAFT University of Media and Arts at te book release function of RJ Rekha at India International Centre.
“I extend my heartiest congratulations to Rekha for bring 70 poetries under one cover and can also understand her enthusiasm which will definitely prove her to write another book soon,” added Dr. Marwah accepting the copy of the book titled ‘Mujhse Kehte To’.
Film Star Rakesh Bedi, Former Director General AIR & Poet Laxmi Narayan Bajpai, Writer Poet Suresh Neerav, Journalist Writer Vijay Lokpalli, Writer Poet Dr. Vivek Gautam, AIR Program Head M.S. Rawat, and Program Executive AIR Pramod Kumar were also present there.
It is one of the best days of my life where I have been appreciated by one and all. It has taken me much time to prepare this book, but I am sure I will be able to bring my next book much faster. I cannot express my happiness and enthusiasm in words and would like to thank each one who all have come to the occasion to bless me,” said RJ Rekha.
DPR Korea Documentary Presented with Award of Distinction
Noida: The emotional documentary “Children’s Dream and Mother’s Happiness” presented by the Korean director begged Award of Distinction during the 11th Global Festival of Journalism Noida 2023 in a grand function when film was also screened for the large audience in the presence of H.E. Choe Hui Choi Ambassador of Democratic Republic of Korea to India at Marwah Studios.
“A documentary film is a great way of helping people understand because, somehow, when one is able to see the people involved, it lends a certain immediacy and understanding that is hard to get on the page. We are thankful to the authorities for providing slot for our documentary ‘Children’s Dream and Mother’s Happiness’ in a prestigious festival and also for the award of Distinction which has been bestowed upon this film,” said H.E. Choe Hui Choi Ambassador of DPR Korea to India.
“Doing a documentary is about discovering being open learning and following curiosity. Documentaries have always inspired me in narrative film making,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of President of International Journalism Centre.
The memento was presented to Ambassador by Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of 11th Global Festival of Journalism Noida. Dr. Marwah congratulated Ambassador and the film maker for his unique presentation. Dr. Ajay Kumar Executive Director AAFT presented vote of thanks. The event was supported by Asia Unity Alliance and World Peace Development and Research Foundation.
Seminar on AVGC During 11th Global Festival of Journalism
Noida: Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming and Comics together has been given a new segment in Media & Entertainment Industry as AVGC Sector. Government of India has also created a AVGC promotion Task force. It is necessary to bring this information to the table,” said Dr, Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios initiating the seminar on AVGC on the first ay of 11th Global Festival of Journalism Noida 2023 and inviting H E Choe Hui Chol Ambassador of DPR Korea to India to inaugurate the session.
“The Global AVGC industry amounts to 800 billion US Dollars, and the Indian AVGC sector is brimming with the potential to bag upto 5 percent of the global share that is 40 billion US Dollars, given that it has an annual growth rate of over 25 to 30 percent,” said Abed Elrazeg Jazer Media advisor Embassy of Palestine.
“Not only does the sector contributes significantly to the economy but it also creates an abundance of employment opportunities for several skilled sectors, with over 160,000 jobs that it could provide yearly, informed P.K.Bajaj founder Mayapuri Magazine sharing his vast experience in Animation.
Karnataka was the first Indian state to announce an AVGC policy in 2012. The policy was initiated to promote the state as a lucrative outsourcing destination and attract venture capital funding in the AVGC sector informed Supriya Suri who has been organizing Animation Festival every year.
AVGC Task Force was constituted under the Chairmanship of Secretary, Ministry of I & B, Shri Apurva Chandra, to help realize the full potential of the AVGC sector in India, with key stakeholders from the Industry and the Government.,” added Charuvi Agarwal Animator, Film maker and Immersive artist also Co-Chair for PHD AVGC Committee.
India is emerging as a primary destination for high-end, skill-based activities in the AVGC sector. As per the experts within the Media and Entertainment (M&E) Industry, the AVGC sector can witness a growth of 14-16 per cent in the next decade said Maj. Mohommed Ali Shah actor and Motivational speaker
The Government of Karnataka has opened a Centre of Excellence that will provide State of the art facilities that will give the AVGC industry in Bengaluru and Karnataka a holistic technological boost. It will house a highly equipped AVGC post production lab providing the industry with resources to generate high quality content. The CoE will also have a finishing school that will train & provide highly skilled technicians to the companies in Karnataka, thus facilitating employment opportunities condensed Prof. Dr Suresh Chandra Nayak renowned academician.
Dr. Ajay Kumar presented vote of thanks. The seminar was organised by International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, AAFT School of Animation in association with International Journalism Centre and Asian Unity Alliance supported by World Peace Development and Research Foundation.
Electrifying Performance by D J Narain at 11th Global Festival of Journalism
Noida: “Without music, life would be a mistake. Music expresses that which cannot be put into words and that which cannot remain silent.. Music is what tells us that the human race is greater than we realize. Where words fail, music speaks. Music is the language of the spirit,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of International Journalism Centre introducing Star Singer D. J. Narain on the closing function of first day of 11th Global Festival of Journalism at Marwah Studios Film City Noida.
The audience was totally charged with energy and eager to move with the music of the popular singer on stage D.J. Narain who impressed the people with his new compositions in rock music.
D J Narain is a music composer, performer, rock band singer, theatre director , publisher, academician, and sports management expert. Dharmendra Jai Narain is perhaps the only bureaucrat in India to have actually been a real life rock star as one of the lead singers of one of India most loved Pop Rock Group of 90s and the first decade of this century. Aryans with musical hits like Ankhon Main Tera Hi Chehra, Yeh Hawa Kehta Hai Kya, Dekha Teri Ankhon Ko, Hai Dil, and Kehta Hai Dil Yahi Bar Bar etc he has more than 3.4 Crores hits on his songs on you tube.
Having performed in more than 800 concerts including mega ones like National Games, Cine Awards, MTV, Channel V. Narain has published more than 60 songs till now and worked with all the music companies of the nation. The event was attended by many senior and young journalist from all over India and abroad. The event was supported by World Peace Development and Research Foundation.
32nd Holi Celebration at Marwah Studios
Noida:” It is now 32 years we have been celebrating Holi at Marwah Studios. We have believed that the festival of Holi brings lots of spirituality, love, and affection to all of us. We should forget our own personal identifications including cast, creed, religion, region, color, status, language, and get into single culture of loving and supporting each other,” said Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios addressing the complete staff and management, faculty, and administration of all the departments of Marwah Studios & AAFT on Holi at Noida Film City.
Time has come when people must appreciate and recognize our efforts in the single direction of bringing love, peace and unity through art and culture. We have touched 156 countries, 3 million footfall, and 7500 events, 30,000 students, and 9 World Records. We have been honored more than 1100 times which includes 190 international awards and accolades from abroad.
“The journey has just begun. There is lot to be done. Let us put our best to every department and work hard to raise the level and standards of our contribution towards nation building,” expressed Dr. Sandeep Marwah.
ICMEI Join Hands with C D Foundation to Promote Relation with Afghanistan
New Delhi: Series of programs have been designed to develop and promote the relation between India and Afghanistan especially through art and culture. Today we are here to celebrate International Women’s Day and Holi together with important people from many other countries,” said Charu Das founder of C D Foundation in a well-organized event at Hotel Eros New Delhi.
“International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry has been friendly to all those organizations who all believe that love, peace, and unity can be brought to the World through art and Culture. Soft power is the best way to have friendship with any and every country. We are here to support the vision of our prime Minister to have best of the relations possible with every nation of the World,” expressed Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of ICMEI congratulating and explaining the importance of International Women’s Day and the most auspicious day of Holi.
“We are thankful to the organizers for high lighting India Afghanistan Relations. We are open to new ideas and interactions. Afghanistan has ample to offer in arts and culture. We cannot ignore the support we have been getting from India from last so many years. We can plan more events like this to bring awareness to people,” said H.E. Farid Mamundzay Ambassador of Islamic Republic of Afghanistan to India addressing the gathering in the capacity of Chief Guest.
Wang Yuhua Minister Councilor, Embassy of China, Dr. Amarendra Khatua former Secretary Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India and Dr. Maroof Khan also spoke on the occasion.
Xu Ning Cultural Attaché Embassy of China, Mohammad Javad Hosseini Researcher from Embassy of Iran, Anna Marat, Natalia Majcher, and Aneta Swiecicka from Polish Institute, Embassy of Poland, Charlotte Arnor Embassy of Sweden, Nelia Safronova Embassy of Ukraine, Steven Antonio Ramirez Cuellar Embassy of El Salvador along with many other people from business, art & culture fraternity were also present there.