Film Detonation from Belarus Won the Hearts at 15th Global Film Festival
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.
A Tour to Nepal by Indo Nepal Film and Cultural Forum of ICMEI
Kathmandu: This tiny landlocked country sandwiched between the two most populated countries in the world, India, and China. Although some know it as the home to the world’s tallest mountain Mount Everest and other giant Himalayan mountains.,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of AAFT School of Hospitality and Tourism while talking to the press at Dwarika’s Hotel at Kathmandu.
“To me, Nepal is wondrous. It is full of ancient stories and beautiful temples, not to mention the world’s most magnificent mountain range. You feel like coming back again,” added Dr. Marwah who was visiting Nepal with a group of twenty five people from different segments of life supported by Tourism Committee of International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry.
In a span of few days the group visited Hotel Marriott, Hotel Taj Vivanta, Hotel Dwarika and Hotel Chandragiri Hills Resort. The cable tour to Chandragiri Hills, Pushapati Temple, Budhanilkantha Temple, Boudhanath and various markets of the city.
Sandeep Marwah has been invited by mny industrial houses and government bodies to visit again. Indo Nepal Film and Cultural Forum will plan again a trip to Nepal. Even the students of AAFT School of Hospitality & Tourism will make a short trip soon.
Exhibition of Paintings Inaugurated at AAFT School of Animation
Noida: “Human Being it seems are at their best when immersed deeply in something challenging. Creativity does not wait for that moment it fashions its own perfect moments out of ordinary ones. Persian art or Iranian art has one of the richest art heritages in world history and has been strong in many media including architecture, painting, weaving, pottery, calligraphy, metalworking and sculpture,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of AAFT School of Animation at the inauguration of exhibition of miniature paintings from Iran at AAFT campus.
“Characteristics of Persian miniature painting include the use of sharply defined areas of bright, pure color and the exacting depiction of detail in both background and foreground; these distinguish Persian painting from European painting,” added Dr. Mohd. Ali Rabbani, Cultural Counselor Iran Culture House, Embassy of Iran in the capacity of Chief Guest of the show.
The exhibition was created by well-known artists from Iran Goordraz Azad Panahi and Hamzah Ali Quadari also visiting professors in Iran Universities. The guest also release the books prepared by the students of AAFT School of Animation.
Forty different paintings depicting the art and culture of Iran were displayed for the students and faculty to learn and enjoy. A workshop how to paint miniatures was conducted by Goodraz Azad Panahi & Hamzah Ali Quadari.
Later Sandeep Marwah honoured the guest with the life membership of World Peace Development and Research Foundation. Director Ashish Garg presented vote of thanks and conducted the program. The event was supported by International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry & Indo Iran Film and Cultural Forum.
Sandeep Marwah Presented Coffee Table Book to Hungarian Guests
Noida: “We are happy to receive renowned tourism consultant and a film maker from Hungary today to discuss as to how we can take the Indo Hungarian Film and Cultural Forum to next level. We have established our links with number of Hungarians during my last few visits to different cities of Hungary specially the capital Budapest,” said Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios and Chair for Indo Hungarian Film and Cultural Forum.
“The tourism has become much larger in numbers and quality. Sandeep Marwah has been talking about Hungary many times on different platforms. His contribution is immense as he is representing large number of organizations. We are here to invite him once again to visit Hungary at his convenience,” said Edit Osko tourism consultant from Budapest.
Sandeep Marwah is the only Indian who has been honored Eight times in Hungary for his contribution to films, television an media. His support in promoting Hungarian locations for Cinema and Television programs is large. Indian film makers have been shooting in Hungary quite a lot in last few years since the formation of Indo Hungarian Film and Cultural Forum,” said Ferenc Borbely renowned actor, Film & TV Producer from Hungary.
ICMEI Congratulated People of Ireland on National Day
New Delhi: “I on behalf of ICMEI, Indian Media and Entertainment Industry and complete art and cultural fraternity of India take this wonderful opportunity to extend my heartiest congratulations to H.E. Brendan Ward Ambassador of Ireland to India and the people of Ireland on the National Day falls on 17th March,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry and Chair for Indo Ireland Film and Cultural Forum at International Headquarters at Noida Film City.
“It was great to attend the National Day at the Embassy lawns when Meenakshi Lekhi State Minister of External Affairs and State Minister for Culture, Government of India was the Chief Guest on the occasion. The event was well attended by visiting Minister from Ireland Robert Troy TD and large number of Ambassadors and High Commissioners of different countries along with prominent people from business community and art & culture fraternity.
Sandeep Marwah Congratulated People of Hungary on National Day
New Delhi: “I on behalf of ICMEI, Indian Media and Entertainment Industry and complete art and cultural fraternity of India take this wonderful opportunity to extend my heartiest congratulations to H.E. Andras Laszlo Kiraly Ambassador of Hungary and the people of Hungary on the National Day falls on 15th March,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry and Chair for Indo Hungarian Film and Cultural Forum at International Headquarters at Noida Film City.
It was way back in 2013 Indo Hungarian Film and Cultural Forum was formed during the visit of Sandeep Marwah to Budapest. The forum was inaugurated at Villayn Town by Gyula Takats the elected Mayor of Town Villany. The event took place at one of the most popular restaurant F.UlemuleCsarda in the presence of Oscar winning director Jiri Menzel. Gobor Kindl festival director of Shoot4Earth Jeno Hodi Chairperson of Budapest Film Academy, Szel Moni of Pixel TV, Kovesdi Szilvia and Fatima of Halasi Pince Panzio the hostess of the event, Prof. Karl Bardosh of New York University, Albert Marsalko Peter of Marsalko Foto a digitalis Valosag and others also opted for the membership and were witness to this historical event.
Dr. Sandeep Marwah is the first Indian to be nominated and awarded Eight times in Hungary on different occasions including during the festival of Shoot for Life by festival director Gabor Kindl & Oscar winning Director Jiri Menzel from Czech Republic, at Shoot for Earth Festival by festival director Gabor Kindl & Oscar wining director István Szabó.
He was also honored at James Cinefest Miskolc International Festival by Tibor Biro, the festival director and Dr. Akos Kriza, Mayor of the City. Dr. Marwah was also appreciated and honored by Director Jeno Hodi at Budapest Film Academy, Another award he was presented by Ferenc Borbely renowned actor Film & TV Producer and Indian Ambassador to Hungary H.E. Kumar Tuhin on behalf of Hungarian Film Fraternity.
Marwah was also presented an award being co-president of the festival by Dr. Phd. Kiss Robert Richard renowned journalist at the time of first Cellphone Cinema festival. The Indo Hungarian Film And Cultural Forum Budapest also presented an award for his untiring contribution to the development of Indian Hungarian relations by Edit Osko, Boldizsar Peter and Judith Rachel Lazar. Recently he was also appreciated by the Terry Macluhan during Shoot4Earth 2021.
ICMEI Congratulated High Commission of Mauritius on
New Delhi: “I on behalf of ICMEI, Indian Media and Entertainment Industry and complete art and cultural fraternity of India take this wonderful opportunity to extend my heartiest congratulations to H.E. Shanti Bai Hanoomanjee High Commissioner of Mauritius and the people of Mauritius on the Independence Day falls on 12th March,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry at International Headquarters at Noida Film City.
The idea of starting Indo Mauritius Cultural Forum was generated when Dr. Sandeep Marwah met the former Prime Minister of Mauritius Dr. Anerood Jagnauth during his visit to India and briefed him about the activities in relations to Mauritius at Marwah Studios.
The country of Mauritius has been a regular participant in all the international events, festivals, summits we have been organising from time to time. Indo Mauritius Film and Cultural Forum has grown big in all these years.
MUMBAI: The Cine and TV Artistes Association (CINTAA) and International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI) have collaborated with each other for the fulfilment of their respective aims and objectives by signing a MoU on 26th February at 3 pm at the office of CINTAA in Andheri.
As per the agreement, ICMEI will provide office space to CINTAA at their premises located at Marwah Studio, Noida to carry on its activities in the Delhi NCR and North India region.
CINTAA on its part will provide work permit cards to the diploma and degree holders in acting of Asian Academy of Film & Television (AAFT) and AAFT University on payment of applicable admission fee and annual charges.
Says Amit Behl, Hon General Secretary, CINTAA, “Due to the pandemic, a lot of our members and actors have relocated to other places, states that are offering subsidies. Hence this collaboration offers an alternate centre of member relief and also helps cleanse the ecosystem wherein producers, broadcasters and the media and entertainment industry benefit. It is two well-meaning organisations coming together at the right time. The MoU aims to strengthen ties and pave the way for a robust future.”
Ashok Tyagi, Secretary General of ICMEI averred, “it is a historic MOU which is relating CINTAA, which is an International association of actors with the AAFT University of Media and Arts through International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI). It is the recognition of the fact that acting is not merely a skill but also an academic art. The MOU will give the social recognition to the profession of acting which was long overdue to it.”
Sandeep Marwah, Chancellor, AAFT University of Media and Arts and Founder, Marwah Studios, Film City, Noida, said “We are proud to be associated with CINTAA. I am sure together we will be able to bring in massive changes in creative education and especially in acting. The input from CINTAA members is going to be the most authentic and full of experience. We invite members to visit and see for themselves how we are organised.”
This move will go a long way in benefiting actors from the northern regions as they can now easily reach out to CINTAA.-(ANA)
5th Mahatma Gandhi National Award for Journalism on 12th February
Noida: The 5th edition of most prestigious National level awards for the excellence in journalism after the name of Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi is going to be online this time on 12th February 2022-The International Day of Journalism as declared by International Journalism Centre.
“The awards are presented to the senior most journalist who all have actually spent their lives in the field of journalism and have created a wonderful niche for themselves. There are many veteran journalists who have not been honoured for their self-less services to the nation,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of 10th Global Festival of Journalism and Chair for 5th Mahatma Gandhi National Awards for Journalism.
The award has been constituted by Marwah Studios in association with International Journalism Centre only five years back when IJC realised the need to honour veterans with a very high profiled award. Need not forget that Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was also a journalist and used to write and publish papers in good old days. The event is supported by International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, AAFT University and Mahatma Gandhi Forum of Marwah Studios.
H.E. Ahmed Sule Patron to Indo Nigerian Film & Cultural Association
New Delhi: It is our great pleasure and honor to present the Patronship of Indo Nigerian Film and Cultural Association to H.E. Ahmed Sule High Commissioner of Federal Republic of Nigeria. This nineteen years old organisation has been actively working towards bringing the people of two countries close to each other through soft power,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of ICMEI and Chair for Indo Nigeria Film and Cultural Association.
The association is one of the oldest setup designed to develop and promote relation between two countries through films, television, media, hospitality & tourism, fashion & design, fine arts, performing arts, education, skill development and large number of festivals, workshops, seminars, interactions, summits have been organised to fulfil the aims and objectives of the Organization.
“I am pleased to be part of this wonderful association and will support to my best to grow together,” said H.E. Ahmed Sule High Commissioner of Nigeria accepting the Patronship of Indo Nigerian Film and Cultural Association.
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