New Delhi: , India – March 25, 2024: Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios and Chair for the Indo Netherlands Film and Cultural Forum, was accorded the esteemed status of a special invitee at a cultural event hosted by the Embassy of the Kingdom of The Netherlands. The event, titled “Parvai,” showcased the rich cultural heritage of South India through a traditional rural theatre performance, featuring a live presentation by Hanne de Bruin, Director of KattaiKKuttu-Centre for Performing Arts.
Set against the backdrop of the Ambassador’s residence, the event was graced by the presence of Her Excellency Marisa Gerards, Ambassador of the Kingdom of The Netherlands, who extended a warm welcome to all attendees. Sandeep Marwah’s participation added a distinguished presence to the gathering, reflecting his commitment to fostering cultural exchange and collaboration between India and the Netherlands.
The evening brought together theatre enthusiasts and creative minds, providing a platform to appreciate the artistry and authenticity of Parvai, a form of traditional rural theatre that holds significant cultural value in South India. Hanne de Bruin’s live performance captivated the audience, offering a glimpse into the vibrant narratives and artistic expressions embedded within South Indian folk traditions.
Sandeep Marwah’s presence underscored the Indo Netherlands Film and Cultural Forum’s dedication to promoting cross-cultural understanding and collaboration in the realms of cinema, arts, and culture. His participation as a special guest further strengthened the ties between India and the Netherlands, emphasizing the importance of cultural diplomacy in fostering mutual respect and appreciation.
The event at the Embassy of the Netherlands served as a testament to the power of cultural exchange in bridging diverse communities and fostering a deeper understanding of shared heritage and traditions. As attendees immersed themselves in the immersive experience of Parvai, the evening resonated with the spirit of artistic exploration and cross-cultural dialogue.
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 |
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