New Delhi: Dr. Sandeep Marwah Chancellor AAFT University of Media and Arts and Founder of Noida Film City was bestowed upon Gandhi Sewa Ratna Award 2023 by a well-known social organization World Against Corruption People Council at Constitutional Club, New Delhi. Marwah expressed his gratitude for the recognition and emphasized the importance of Gandhian values in today’s world.
Marwah spoke about the role of media in promoting social justice and equality, and highlighted the need for media professionals to uphold the principles of truth, fairness, and impartiality. He also emphasized the importance of education in promoting peace and social harmony, and encouraged greater collaboration between different sectors of society to tackle issues such as poverty, corruption, and environmental degradation.
Marwah also spoke about his own efforts to promote social and cultural initiatives, such as the International Festival of Cellphone Cinema and the Global Festival of Journalism, which aim to promote the values of diversity, inclusiveness, and innovation.
Sandeep Marwah Spoke About Love Peace and Unity Through Art and Culture
New Delhi: Sandeep Marwah, the renowned Indian film producer, social worker, and founder of the Marwah Studios, recently spoke about the role of art and culture in bringing the world together. Marwah was speaking at a Nowruz Function on the second day of festival at Iran Cultural House in New Delhi, where he emphasized the importance of using art and culture as a means of fostering love, peace, unity, and understanding among different cultures and communities.
Marwah argued that art and culture have the power to transcend borders and language barriers, and can create a shared language of creativity and expression that can bring people from different backgrounds together. He highlighted examples of successful cross-cultural collaborations, such as the fusion of Indian and Western music, or the mixing of traditional and modern dance styles.
Marwah also stressed the need for governments and institutions to invest in cultural exchange programs, festivals, and exhibitions that bring together artists and performers from different countries and cultures. He suggested that such initiatives can promote cultural understanding, break down stereotypes, and build bridges between nations.
Marwah’s message was well-received by the attendees of the function, who praised his insights and his commitment to promoting cultural exchange and understanding. Many expressed their hope that his vision for a more connected and unified world through art and culture will inspire others to follow suit.
Earlier Dr. Mohammad Ali Rabbani Director Iran Cultural Centre & Cultural Counsellor Embassy of Iran also spoke on the subject. The event was designed by Charu Das of C D Foundation in association with ICMEI- International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry and supported by Asian Academy of Film and Television& Indo Iran Film and Cultural Forum.
Sandeep Marwah and Bhanu Pratap Singh Presented COWE Awards
New Delhi: The Confederation of Women Entrepreneurs (COWE) Uttar Pradesh Chapter recently presented awards for women empowerment at Hotel Crown Plaza in New Delhi under the leadership of President Meetu Puri. The awards were presented by Bhanu Pratap Singh the State Minister of MSME, Government of India , along with Sandeep Marwah, founder of Noida Film City, social worker and Patron to COWE.
The awards were presented to women entrepreneurs who have made significant contributions to their fields and have worked towards empowering other women. The recipients included women from various sectors, such as education, healthcare, fashion, and technology, among others.
While talking to the press, Sandeep Marwah Chancellor AAFT University spoke about the importance of women empowerment and commended the awardees for their achievements. He highlighted the need for greater gender equality in all spheres of life and stressed the role of women entrepreneurs in driving economic growth and social progress.
The Minister of MSME Bhanu Pratap Singh also spoke at the event, praising the awardees for their accomplishments and their commitment to empowering other women. He emphasized the government’s commitment to supporting women entrepreneurs and creating a more inclusive and equitable society.
The event was attended by various dignitaries, including business leaders, government officials, and social activists. The awardees expressed their gratitude for the recognition and pledged to continue working towards women empowerment and gender equality.
Overall, the awards ceremony was a celebration of the achievements of women entrepreneurs and a call to action for greater support and recognition of their contributions to society.
Sandeep Marwah Talking on Yoga to AAFT Students at Prithvi Yoga Centre
Noida: Yoga is an ancient practice that offers a wide range of physical, mental, and emotional benefits. For students, yoga can be an incredibly valuable tool for managing stress, improving concentration, and promoting overall well-being,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios and Chancellor AAFT University talking to the students of AAFT reminding them the importance of Yoga on the completion of 30 years of Prithvi Yoga Centre at Marwah Studios.
One of the main benefits of yoga for students is stress reduction. Students today face a range of academic, social, and personal pressures, which can lead to anxiety, depression, and burnout. Yoga provides a space for students to quiet their minds, focus on their breath, and release tension from the body. Through regular practice, students can develop coping mechanisms that help them manage stress and improve their overall mental health.
Yoga can be a valuable tool for promoting physical health and well-being. Regular practice can help students build strength, flexibility, and balance, which can improve their posture and reduce the risk of injury. Yoga can also help to boost the immune system, improve digestion, and promote better sleep, all of which are essential for optimal health and well-being.
In conclusion, yoga is an incredibly valuable practice for students, offering a range of physical, mental, and emotional benefits. By incorporating yoga into their daily routines, students can learn to manage stress, improve concentration, and promote overall health and well-being, setting them up for success both in school and in life added Dr. Sandeep Marwah.
Sandeep Marwah Guest of President of India at Rashtrapati Bhawan
A cultural Program consisting of dance and music depicting Indian culture and heritage was organised by the Brahm Kumaris from Russia-under the name and banner of Divine Light Group for the President of India at Rashtrapati Bhawan recently.
As a guest of the President, Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios and Chancellor AAFT University had the opportunity to attend the program and interact with other guests, dignitaries, and officials present at the event. This type of invitation suggests that Sandeep Marwah is recognized and respected in his field and has made a significant contribution to the cultural and artistic landscape of India.
The Brahma Kumaris is a spiritual movement founded in India in the 1930s. Its teachings are based on a combination of Hindu philosophy, spiritualism, and self-transformation. The organization has centers in over 100 countries and is known for its meditation practices, values-based education, and social service activities.
“India and Russia have a long-standing cultural relationship that dates back several centuries. The two countries share historical, literary, artistic, and spiritual connections, and have collaborated on various cultural exchange programs, festivals, and exhibitions,” said Sandeep Marwah also chair for Indo Russia Film and Cultural Forum.
A Colourful Program Presented by Brahma Kumaris from Russia at Noida Film City
New Delhi: A group of 30 nationals from Russia, Belarus, Armenia, Ukraine belonging to one of the largest spiritual bodies of Brahma Kumaris in Russia presented a electrifying, colorful, entertainment program highlighting India and Russian relations through art and culture at Marwah Studios, Noida Film City.
The only truth is music. Music is the shorthand of emotion. Music can have a calming effect on mind and soul. We are thankful to Brahma Kumaris for selecting Marwah Studios as a venue for this powerful cultural program performed by the members of Brahma Kumaris in Russia. We have always believed that Love, Peace, and Unity can be achieved through art and culture. We are already associated with 7500 events where we have highlighted these terms. Marwah Studios could also attract three million visitors from 156 countries so far and have created a World Records for us,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President Marwah Studios, and Chancellor of AAFT University at the inauguration of the cultural Program.
A Cultural group under the name and banner of Divine Light Group created and conducted by B K Santosh Kukreja. Brother Shasha of Divine Light Cultural Group anchored the program. BK Vidhatri Senior Raj Yoga Teacher spoke on the ideology of Brahma Kumaris, whereas B K Rachna highlighted the Art and Cultural Wing of Brahma Kumaris.
B K Poonam National Coordinator for Art and Culture Wing of Brahma Kumaris, B K Krishna Zonal Coordinator, B K Urmila & B K Alpa Executive Members, B K Bhawna Area Coordinator, B K Rajni, B K Sheetal, B K Sunaina, B K Dinesh active members were also present there.
The event was attended by large number of people from all over India and students of AAFT School of Performing arts. The performance was supported by ICMEI- International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, AUA- Asian Unity Alliance and AAFT University.
Later Dr. Sandeep Marwah presented the Life membership of WPDRF-World Peace Development and Research Foundation to all the dignitaries present there and membership of Indo Russian Film and Cultural Forum to all the thirty artists from Russia and other countries.
Celebration of 35 Years of Noida Film City and 32 Years of Marwah Studios
“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.
Biju Patnaik International Awards for Women at IIC New Delhi
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.
Seminar on AVGC During 11th Global Festival of Journalism at Marwah Studios
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.
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