New Delhi, 12th June 2025: On the occasion of the Russian National Day, celebrated annually on 12th June, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios and Chair of the Indo Russia Film and Cultural Forum of the International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI), extended his warmest greetings and congratulations to His Excellency Denis Alipov, Ambassador of the Russian Federation to India, and to the people of Russia.
“On behalf of ICMEI and the entire fraternity of art and culture, I extend my heartiest congratulations to H.E. Denis Alipov and the people of Russia on this auspicious occasion. Russian National Day is a celebration of unity, pride, and the rich heritage of a great nation. We value the enduring friendship between India and Russia and committed to further strengthening. Such as it through the medium of art, cinema, and culture,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah.
The Indo Russia Film and Cultural Forum, under the aegis of ICMEI. It has been actively working for several years to foster and deepen people-to-people connections between India and Russia. Through a variety of cultural programs, film festivals, art exhibitions, educational exchanges, and collaborative initiatives, the Forum has played a pivotal role in promoting mutual understanding and appreciation between the two countries.
Russia has been a proud partner in numerous ICMEI-led international events, contributing significantly to cultural diplomacy and artistic collaboration. These engagements continue to build bridges and open new avenues of creative cooperation.
Hence the celebration of Russian National Day stands as a strong reminder of the importance of cultural dialogue in international relations and the powerful role of the arts in uniting people across borders. Hence Indo Russia Film and Cultural Forum of ICMEI Strengthens Bilateral Cultural Bonds.
New Delhi, 14th June 2025:
Dr. Sandeep Marwah, Chancellor of AAFT University and President of Marwah Studios, had the great honour and privilege of meeting. The Hon’ble Shri Ram Nath Kovind Ji, the 14th President of India. Hence to formally invite him for the inauguration of the 125th historic batch of the Asian Academy of Film and Television (AAFT).
WPDRF Confers Esteemed Membership to Swami Yogi Ji Maharaj. In a significant moment celebrating peace, spirituality, and humanitarian values. The World Peace Development and Research Foundation (WPDRF) conferred its prestigious honorary membership upon Swami Yogi Ji Maharaj. A revered spiritual leader known for his profound contributions to inner peace, self-realization, and community service.
The ceremonial event took place at Marwah Studios, Noida, where Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of WPDRF and a global peace ambassador, personally welcomed and felicitated Swami Yogi Ji Maharaj. The event attended by dignitaries, academicians, media professionals, and peace advocates from across the nation.
Dr. Sandeep Marwah, in his address, remarked: Such as “We honored to welcome Swami Yogi Ji Maharaj into the WPDRF family. His spiritual teachings and tireless efforts toward harmony, well-being, and universal brotherhood resonate deeply with the vision and mission of our foundation.”
In his acceptance, such as Swami Yogi Ji Maharaj expressed his gratitude and shared his vision of a peaceful world rooted in compassion, discipline, and self-awareness: “Spirituality is the pathway to lasting peace. Hence I am humbled to join hands with WPDRF in its noble mission to spread peace through education, culture, and human values.”
WPDRF continues to expand its global footprint by connecting with thought leaders. Spiritual masters, and organizations devoted to peacebuilding. Making this alliance. with Swami Yogi Ji Maharaj yet another meaningful step toward a more harmonious world. Hence WPDRF Confers Esteemed Membership to Swami Yogi Ji Maharaj
The launch was graced by Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of IFTRC and Marwah Studios. Who emphasized the importance of academic publishing in today’s knowledge-driven world. “Publishing a journal is like documenting milestones of thought, preserving diverse perspectives, and enriching the global knowledge bank,” said Dr. Marwah while addressing the faculty and students present at the ceremony.
The journal release was a collaborative celebration with participation from the faculties of the School of Interior Design. Underlining the interdisciplinary spirit of AAFT. This edition of the journal meticulously compiled and edited by Faqiha Choudhary. Reflecting a wide range of scholarly contributions and creative insights from across the such as media, design, and lifestyle domains. AAFT continues to foster a vibrant culture of research and innovation, and this journal stands as a testament. To the institution’s unwavering commitment to academic and professional development. Hence New Issue of AAFT Journals Released at School of Interior Design
Noida, 11 June 2025: In a grand gesture to honor the relentless dedication and hard work of its media professionals. The Asian Academy of Film and Television (AAFT) hosted a spectacular Gala Dinner at F Bar by Fashiontv. Hence Paras One33, Noida. The event marked the pre-celebration of the 125th historic batch and completion of 32 glorious years of AAFT. A trailblazing institution ranked among the Top Five Film Schools in the World and credited with nine World Records in film, television, and media.
The evening was graced by professionals from all fourteen departments of AAFT. Such as including faculty, administration, technical teams, and management—each of whom has played a pivotal role in shaping the institution’s outstanding legacy. The ambience was electric with celebration, nostalgia, and anticipation for the future.
Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of AAFT and the visionary behind Noida Film City, addressed the gathering with heartfelt words. Hence “This celebration is not just about numbers, but about the people. Who have stood strong and contributed selflessly to building AAFT into a world-class institution. I am grateful to each one of you for your commitment, creativity, and passion.”
Hence Kunwar Ajeet Singh Bhati, Managing Director of Barter Universal, praised AAFT’s dynamic journey and its impact on the global media landscape. Such as Shailender Kumar Vaish, Managing Director of F Bar Paras One33. Expressed his delight in being part of this grand evening. “It is an honor to host such a distinguished gathering of media professionals. We are proud to celebrate AAFT’s legacy and its extraordinary leadership.”
Hence The evening concluded with music, dance, laughter, and camaraderie. Setting the tone for the official celebration of the 125th batch—another milestone in AAFT’s remarkable journey.
S.No. | Documentary Name | Director | Country | Duration | Awards | |
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1 | The Beret on My Head | Mr. Shiv Shakti (Director) | India | 21:56 mins | ||
2 | ONE SIDED LOVE | Harry Khalsa, Kahanikar Saromi (Director) | India | 18:25 mins | ||
3 | If the Indian Army would have got 10 days, Pakistan's illegally occupied Kashmir (POW) would have been India's | Neeraj Rajput | India | 11:50 mins | ||
4 | How Indian Navy took revenge of Pakistan's attack on one of the auspicious places revered by our India, Dwarka (attacked by Pakistan during 1965 war) in '71 war. | Neeraj Rajput | India | 32:50 mins | ||
5 | Matarife The Movie | Paula Pardo (Line Producer), Daniel Mendoza Leal | Colombia | 01:59:26 | Best Editing | |
6 | Shadow offering | Direction and photography: Antonio García | Venezuela | 20:33 mins | ||
7 | LAS PUPUSAS | Hector Mojica | El Salvador | 33:22 mins | Best Cinematography | |
8 | "Ellas crean" (They create) | Lourdes de los Santos | Cuba | 59:72 mins | ||
9 | India-South Korea: Endearing Ties | भारत-कोरिया: दिलों के तार | South Korea | 28:43 mins | |||
10 | ALGERIA SEEN FROM THE SKY | Yann Arthus-Bertrand and Yazid Tizi | Algeria | 1.5 hrs | ||
11 | Ayoub | Ajwad Jaradat | Palestine | 23:37 mins | Best Ideation | |
12 | Ankos Masquerade Street Festival | Ohene | Ghana | 09:19 mins | ||
13 | Mag Fete | Ahmat Yaya Abbas | Chad | 14:27 mins | ||
14 | Aitmatovdun Aalamy | Bakyt Karagulov | Kyrgyzstan | 1:02:53 | Best Cinematography | |
15 | El Nino Del Plumo | Rodrigo Herrera Rubio | Chile | 10:02 mins | Special Jury Mention | |
16 | The Inimitable Baltic Way | Laura Paukste | Lithuania | 27:17 mins | Best Editing | |
17 | El Encierro | Santiago Maza and Santiago Fabregas | Mexico | 1h 19m | ||
18 | La Matamoros | Delfina Vidal | Panama | 1h | ||
19 | Fidel | Estela Bravo | Cuba | 3h 26m | ||
20 | Haebaragi- Brand School Things and Children/Taekwan Do Everybody Likes | DPR Korea | 02:25 mins | |||
21 | The Inca - Cities in the Cloud | Paul Cooper | Peru | |||
22 | Legend of Kharibulbul | Mikael Silkberg | Azerbaijan | 40:52 mins | Best Ideation | |
23 | La Primera Dama De La Revolution | Andrea Kalin | Costa Rica | 1:11:00 | ||
24 | Morocco's Bollywood Dream | Abdeliah El Jaouhary | Morocco | 45:51 mins | ||
25 | Home to Sixteen UNESCO World Heritage Sites | Ethiopia | 29:52 mins | |||
26 | Arando En La Memoria-Plowing Into Memory | Goar Sánchez | Venezuela | 50:03 mins | ||
27 | Story of Jingdezhen and Me | Chen Yunmei | China | 09:00 mins | Best Script Writing | |
28 | Jigme Singye Wangchuk National Park | Kinley Penjor | Bhutan | 13:48 mins | ||
29 | El Salvador Untamed | Nigel Marven | El Salvador | 50:59 mins | Best Documentary | |
30 | Rakshak | Emad Shaikh | India | 46:29 mins | Special Jury Mention | |
31 | Under The Same Sky | Sutapa Das Choudhury | India | 26:24mins | ||
32 | RE BASOTHO! | Justice Motsamai | Lesotho | 56:59mins | ||
33 | BHAGIRATH THE SANDMAN | Dr. Satyam Bhaskar | India | 23:50mins | ||
34 | THE INFLUENCE OF CULTURE IN MY LIFE | Dimple Salwan | India | 22:25mins | ||
35 | DEVI MEMORIES | Dimple Salwan | India | 09:01mins | ||
36 | Let us understand Autism | Neeta Banga | India | 28:46mins | ||
37 | Lithium Batteries (the flip side of technology) | Amit Kumar Sonker | India | 07:23mins | ||
38 | Jungle Jigsaw: The Uncanny Mystery | Nitisha Kaila | India | 09:02mins | ||
39 | Abhivyanjana | Neha Dutta | India | 09:51mins | ||
40 | The Saga of a Braveheart | Maya Chandra | India | 49mins | Best Script writing | |
41 | Dr.Rajkumar : An Analysis of a Phenomenon | Maya Chandra | India | 55 minutes | ||
42 | The Krishna Cosmic Circle of life | Maya Chandra | India | 25 minutes | Best Documentary | |
43 | Jainism-Ancient Religion, Modern Relevance | Maya Chandra | India | 27.5 minutes | Special Jury Mention | |
44 | Loin Loom-Weaving in Arunachal Pradesh | Maya Chandra | India | 28 minutes | ||
45 | Borders Create Widows | Maya Chandra | India | 19 minutes | ||
46 | Two Lives, 2 Stories - Pompe Foundation | Maya Chandra | India | 7:50 minutes | ||
47 | Tiranga | Maya Chandra | India | 6:40 minutes | Best Cinematography | |
48 | Laments of the Past | Maya Chandra | India | 6:24 minutes | ||
49 | Aharya | Maya Chandra | India | 15:25 minutes | ||
50 | The Valley of Love | Maya Chandra | India | 15 minutes | ||
51 | PEACE NOTES: THE JOURNEY OF AN ORCHESTRA | Maya Chandra | India | 22:48 minutes | Best Script Writing | |
52 | Chuvannavanampady | Joseph Mundackal | India | 14:57 minutes | ||
53 | MADELET | Nebil Özgentürk | Türkiye | 46:51 minutes | ||
54 | Under the Walnut Tree | Begüm Aksoy | Türkiye | 23:08 minutes | ||
55 | Abhyudaya: The Rise of Future | Siddhi Singh | India | 09:49 minutes | ||
56 | मिट्टी की खुशबू राष्ट्र मुहिम | Hira Amit Rohilla | India | 07:10 minutes | ||
57 | Paakhi | Aditya Awasthi | India | 12:51 minutes | Best Documentary & Best Ideation | |
58 | Documentary on Umhang Lake | Cassandra Rimaia Pajat | India | 14:19 minutes | Best Editing | |
59 | Prof. Dr. Parin Somani’s Care for Humanity | Dr. Parin Somani | India | 04:58 minutes | ||
60 | Prof. Dr. Parin Somani’s Care for Humanity | Dr. Parin Somani | India | 19:54 minutes | ||
61 | HORONA DURANLAR (A JOURNEY TO THE BLACKSEA) |
Bahriye Kabadayı Dal | Türkiye | 49 minutes | ||
62 | THE UNKNOWN STORY OF FATMA KAYACI | Orahan Tekeoglu | Türkiye | 40:04 minutes | ||
63 | Independencia 100 POR 100 | Daniel Camargo | Brazil | 1:23 hrs |