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New Delhi: The country is doing very well as far as economics are concerned, learn to be Atmanirbhar so that we can grow much better and ultimately be the superpower of the World. Atmanirbhar means self-sufficient or self-reliant but there is another meaning hidden behind the letters,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah Chancellor AAFT University and National Chairman of Media and Entertainment Committee of BIS, Ministry of Consumer Affairs Government of India while talking to the students to celebrate National Youth Day at New Delhi Institute of Management.

“Be Ambitious, Techno Savvy, Self-Motivated, Change your Attitude, Be Nationalist, Learn more through Information, get into the habit of Research, Believe in yourself and create trust, be Human and practice Humanity, be all-rounder and at the end create some concrete results for your every action,” expressed Dr. Sandeep Marwah with details, examples and poetry.

The event was designed by Aditya Tikoo of GCTC- Global Counter Terrorism Council to mark respect to Swami Vivekanand on his Birth Anniversary. Dr. V.M. Bansal, Dr. Kavita Sharma, Prof. Amitabh Mattoo, Dr. Anubha Walia, B.B.Gupta, Prof. Rajneesh Kumar, Zafar Sareshwala and Dr. Sonali Sinha were the other speakers of the day. The session was moderated by Bhupendra Chaubey. The event was supported by International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry.

Noida: Youth is the real power of the Nation. Our experience and your energy can do wonders. Be innovative, think differently, think out of the box, be honest to your profession. Learn well, do well. There is no alternate to hard work. Believe in yourself. Develop conviction in your thinking and then in your work,” said Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios and Chancellor AAFT University while addressing the students of Asian Academy of Film and Television on the National Youth Day -the Birth Anniversary of Swami Vivekananda at Noida Film City.

Answering the questions Sandeep Marwah said that you should try be courageous, learn how to face problems, how to tackle unforeseen circumstances. Life is full of difficulties develop the stamina to solve these complications, you will become strong day by day,” motivated Marwah.

A poster of Swami Vivekanand was also released on the occasion. Sandeep Marwah suggested the administration to make some movies on the sayings of Swami Vivekanand and add some books into the library. He asked Radio Noida, Radio Raipur, and Radio Mumbai along with MSTV to present and broadcast programs related to swami.

The event was supported by Asian Event Management, International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry. Asian Unity Alliance, Prithvi Yoga Centre and World Peace Development and Research Foundation.

New Delhi: The eminent film television and media personality Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios honored with Honoris Causa- Doctorate in Literature (Cinema Studies) from University of Macaria, Russia for his tremendous contribution to World of Cinema.

The Degree was presented by Dr. Kirit Premjibhai Solanki, is an Indian Politician and medical practitioner who has been elected Member of Parliament of India for three consecutive terms (15th, 16th and 17th Lok Sabha). He represents the Ahmedabad West constituency of Gujrat and is a member of the Bhartiya Janata Party in a jam packed auditorium at Habitat Centre at New Delhi.

We need people like Sandeep Marwah The Karmyogis who only believes in Karma. I congratulate him for his immense contribution to the field of creative arts,” said KIrit Solanki.

The contribution of Sandeep Marwah starts from Noida Film City (1986), now the fastest growing film city in the World. Marwah Studios (1991)- the first professional film studios of North India, Asian Academy of Film and Television (1993)- the first Private Film School of the Country, International Film and Television Club (1993) the first film events organization, International Film and Television Research Centre (1994)-The First Private Film Research Centre of the Country and hundred more organizations which he has established in the country to promote cinema worldwide.

He is also the President of International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, Asian Unity Alliance, World Peace Development and Research Foundation and Chair for Indi Russia Film and Cultural Forum.” I am humbled and thankful to University of Macaria-Russia for motivating me to do more in my field,” said Sandeep Marwah.

Noida: On the second day of the 15th Global Film Festival Noida a screening session for the film titled-“Shocking Marriage”  from Italy, was organized in the premises of the Asian Academy of films and television.

The session started with  Sushil Bharti introducing the guests and briefing about the importance of film screening and cinema, explaining this, he also talked about the impact of cinema in society where he said cinema brings humanity together. He also spoke about  the director Demetrio Casile and cast & crew of the film Shocking Marriage.

Ajay Tiwari spoke about various steps which were taken by the government to promote cinema across India in which he also talked about the implementation of various policies. He also emphasized the cultural connect which can be promoted by Cinema.

Further,  Suraj Tiwari shared his experience of dubbing the film from Italian to Hindi language and the various challenges which came along with it, which includes the music which was to be kept, the original meaning and message which has to be carefully sustained through an appropriate translation of dialogues.

Talking about the gist of the movie he said that the film tells the story of the marriage of the sister of a local boss with the shyest boy in the town, going through a succession of events that meticulously describe Calabrian customs and traditions and how these still impact everyday life today.

The film was felicitated  with an ‘Award of Distinction’ which was presented by Sandeep Marwah President of the festival. Shocking Marriage was one of the top eighteen films shown in the festival. The event was supported by International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, AAFT University, Asian Unity Alliance, World Peace Foundation and Indo Italian Film and Cultural Forum.

New Delhi: Renowned film television and media personality Dr Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios and President of ICMEI- International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry extends his warm wishes to all the members of the Chamber scattered all over the World, on the first day of  New Year- 2023.

Let us celebrate the dates on which we change the world. The object of a New Year is not that we should have a new year. It is that we should have a new soul. Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right. I wish you all best of Health, Wealth and Prosperity,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah in a press statement at International Headquarters of ICMEI in Noida Film City.

“A new year is like a blank book, and the pen is in your hands. It is your chance to write a beautiful story for yourself.What the new year brings to you will depend a great deal on what you bring to the new year,” Dr. Marwah added.

Dr. Sandeep Marwah is also the founder of Noida Film City, Chancellor of AAFT University and is on the board of Ministry of Education, Ministry of Consumer Affairs and Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India.

ICMEI- International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry was created way back in 2014 to support the vision of Honorable Prime minister of India to have best of the relations with every country of the World through art and culture.

Noida: On the second day of the 15th Global Film Festival Noida, the screening of the movie “The Cellar” from Slovak was organised.  The session began with the address by Festival President Dr Sandeep Marwah, where he enlightened the audience about the Indo-Slovak relation and forum. He also shared how the two countries are building strong bonds through art and culture.

On this occasion, H E Robert Maxian, talked about the movie “The Cellar” and how it is a significant milestone in the evolution of the art, culture and cinema of Slovak. He elaborated how this movie strengthened relations among other countries. Followed by Screening of the film “The Cellar – a strong storyline composition that pierces into the depths of the soul of the audience”.

The story is about the marriage of Milan and Tana Labat is going through crisis. Discontent and vigorous Tana considers her husband, who avoids to resolve problems, a sissy. Their 16-year old daughter Lenka takes their alienation very hard. But one night during summer holidays will change their lives.

The film is produced by Livia Filusova, Co-Produced by Anna Gutovskaya, Cinematography by Martin Ziaran, Directed by Igor Voloshin Written by Marian Puobis & Richard Pupala cast includes Jean Marc Barr, Olga Simonova, John Robinson, Milan Ondrik, Dalibor Stofan,

An Award of Distinction was announced for the Slovak film- The Cellar by the festival President Dr Sandeep Marwah, and handed over to H.E. Robert Maxian, the Ambassador of Slovak, present on the occasion.

The event was presented  by International Film and Television Cub and supported by International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, World Peace Development and Research Foundation, Asian Unity Alliance, Indo Slovakia Film and Cultural Forum, and AAFT University.

Noida: On the second day of the 15th Global Film Festival Noida, a film screening of the movie “The Attachment” from Myanmar was organised. The guest panel included Festival President Dr Sandeep Marwah, Renowned Actor Brijendra Kala, Rajan Sehgal Chairman at TAAI- (Travel Agents Association of India)  and the Ambassador of Myanmar to India HE Moe Kyaw Aung.

Addressing the gathering, Festival President Dr. Sandeep Marwah expressed his happiness regarding the Indo-Myanmar relations and forum and how it’s helping to build good relations between both the countries. He laid stress on the importance of film and cultural tourism and how that industry is flourishing with time. He said that two countries can definitely come together with the help of art and culture.

Rajan Sehgal said that Global Film Festival Noida is a great platform for all the students to be have a wider exposure and learn from the top-notch Industry professionals. Renowned actor Brijendra Kala said that events like these should keep going on even in the future. He also said that age does not and will never matter as long as one has the passion and will to learn and achieve something big. He shared some acting tips with the students of AAFT.

The Ambassador of Myanmar HE Moe Kyaw Aung mentioned about good cultural relations between India and Myanmar. He said that “film is a medium to promote people to people contact and understanding”. He also said that his country is very closely related to the Indian film industry and hence expressed his wish of inviting Indian filmmakers to produce films in Myanmar.

The award of distinction for the film “The Attachment” was presented by Dr. Sandeep Marwah to HE Moe Kyaw Aung alongside presentation of mementos to the esteemed guests. The event was coordinated by  Assistant Professor Ruhi  of AAFT School of Animation  and   Assistant Professor Niharika of AAFT School of PR Events & Advertising. The event was supported by International Film and Television Club, International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, Asian Unity Alliance, World Peace Development and Research Foundation and Indo Myanmar Film and Culture Forum.

Noida: On the second day of 15th Global Film Festival, commenced at Marwah Studios, an award winning film “Detonation” from Belarus was screened, later which was given the ‘Award of Distinction’ by Dr. Sandeep Marwah Chancellor AAFT University & President of the festival.

The cast for the movie includes Andrey Senkin and Dariya Karpechenkova. The movie revolved around The Second World War. On the territory of liberated Belarus, a large amount of work on mine clearance of the territories from the remnants of war: unexploded mines and shells left in the ground is carried out. In order to clear the territories, volunteers squads from the members of OSOAVIAKHIM are formed narrated by Ms. Anastasiya Vorakh Counsellor at Embassy of Belarus, who also inaugurated the film event.

 A book titled  “Growth and Mindset” written by  Samaresh Shah of Niti Aayog, was also released, which basically revolves around how to build wealth and one can lean the real meaning of inner growth. The other guests present on the occasion were Film Maker AAFTian Rajinder Saigal , Actor AAFTian Masoom Singh,  known for his role in Back to Dad, and Neha Singh the founder of Freizeit Media OTT Channel.

The vote of thanks was proposed by Dr. Akriti SIngh. The event was supported by Indo Belarus Film and Cultural Forum, International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, International Film and Television Club, Asian Unity Alliance and World Peace Development and Research Foundation. Film was appreciated by one and all.

Noida:  On the second day of the 15th Global Film Festival Noida, a film from Venezuela “Steel- Clad”, was screened at the festival. During the screening, the Festival President, Dr. Sandeep Marwah said “Art is an essential element to build relations between countries”. He enlightened the audience about the Indo-Venezuela Film and Cultural Forum and relation between the two countries.

“Thirty years back we gave one term to English dictionary that is “Film & Cultural Tourism”, no body could understand that but now every country is talking about it. To honour our own term we have been able to attract three million people so far to Noida Film City under Film and Cultural Tourism,” expressed Dr. Sandeep Marwah President Marwah Studios and founder of Noida Film City.

Addressing the gathering, Mr. Alfredo Caldera, talked about Venezuela’s solitary cinema and how the movie, “Steel Clad” is a significant milestone in the evolution of the art, culture and cinema of Venezuela. He also extended his gratitude, to connect with ICMEI and India. Lastly, he explained how these events strengthen relations between the countries and are essential tools to propagate cinema.

 Dr. Sandeep Marwah felicitated  Alfredo Caldera, with the distinction award for the film “Steel Clad” for being one of the most distinguished films of the festival, which was followed by the screening of “Steel Clad”. The event was supported by AAFT University, AUA-Asian Unity Alliance,, ICMEI-International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry and WPDRF-World Peace Development and Research Foundation.

Noida: For me photography is no different than art. I see photography as a tool just like painting, sculpture or other artistic manifestation that serves an artist in order to express himself. Photography is still a very new medium and everything must be tried and dared. Photography is not a sport. It has no rules. It’s the result it counts no matter how it’s achieved.” Spoke Dr. Sandeep Marwah at the inauguration of exhibition of Photographs by AAFT School of Photography at 15th Global Film Festival Noida 2022.

“You don’t make a photograph just with a camera. You bring to the act of photography all the pictures you have seen, the books you have read, the music you have heard, the people you have loved. Never take a picture of anything you are not passionately interested in,” expressed Dr. Amol Kolhe Actor & Member Parliament Lok Sabha while lighting the ceremonial lamp and inaugurating of the exhibition.

Neelam Sharma Model & VJ, Kanchan Bhor Actress, Priya Dhingra Social Media Influencer, Shubh Malhotra Film Stylist, Katianna Ley Actress from Slovenia, Tatiana Bhardwaj Secretary General of Russia House Federation, Jaswinder Gardner Actress, Dr. P K Rajput from Ahmedabad, Surendra Jagtap Film Producer, Dr. Mariann Erdo Cultural Counsellor of Embassy of Hungary were the other guests at the inauguration of exhibition.

The exhibition remained open for three days. Thousands of people appreciated the exhibition which was world class display of art. The event was supported by International Film and Television Club, International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, AAFT University, WPDRF, and Asian Unity Alliance.