Dr. Sandeep Marwah Honoured for 40 Years in Creative Arts by the Vice President of Madagascar
London, UK – In a remarkable tribute to his extraordinary contributions to the world of art and culture, Dr. Sandeep Marwah was honoured by H.E. Richard Ravalomanana, the Vice President of Madagascar, for completing 40 illustrious years in the creative arts. Dr. Marwah, a visionary leader and global cultural icon, has dedicated his life to promoting art, cinema, media, and education on an international scale, earning worldwide recognition for his pioneering work.
Dr. Sandeep Marwah, Founder of Noida Film City, has been nominated as a Cultural Ambassador by 83 countries—a world record in itself. His immense influence has extended across 8,500 events, welcoming a staggering three million visitors from 156 countries to his iconic Marwah Studios in Noida Film City. His unwavering dedication to cultural diplomacy has positioned him as a bridge between nations, using art and media as powerful tools of global unity.
A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Marwah has taught and trained more than 35,000 students from 145 countries. As the Chancellor of AAFT University, he leads 18 departments dedicated to creative education, shaping the future of over 12,000 students. His educational initiatives continue to empower young minds, providing them with the skills and opportunities needed to excel in the media and creative industries.
Dr. Marwah holds yet another unparalleled record as the producer of the largest number of short films in the world. His impact extends far beyond filmmaking—he chairs more than 100 creative organizations, fostering global collaboration in media, arts, and culture. His relentless efforts in promoting journalism and Asian unity have led to the official recognition of February 12th as International Day of Journalism and April 2nd as Asian Unity Day.
Dr. Sandeep Marwah’s journey is a testament to the power of creativity, perseverance, and leadership. His remarkable achievements have placed India at the forefront of the global creative industry, inspiring generations to embrace art, culture, and media as a means of international collaboration. His recognition by the Vice President of Madagascar is yet another milestone in his illustrious career, reaffirming his status as a true cultural ambassador of the world.
Speaking at the event, H.E. Richard Ravalomanana the Vice President of Madagascar praised Dr. Marwah’s dedication to global cultural promotion, stating: “Dr. Sandeep Marwah’s incredible journey in the world of arts and media has been truly inspiring. His contributions in fostering international cultural exchange and his relentless efforts in education, media, and filmmaking have set new benchmarks. Recognizing his achievements is a privilege, as his work continues to strengthen the creative industries worldwide and bring nations closer together.”
While receiving the honor, Dr. Sandeep Marwah expressed his gratitude, stating: “I am deeply humbled to receive this recognition from the esteemed Vice President of Madagascar. My journey in the creative world has been fueled by a passion for art, cinema, and education. This honor is not just for me but for the entire creative community that has worked tirelessly to promote cultural exchange and unity. I remain committed to strengthening artistic collaborations and fostering new opportunities for young talent globally.”
Vice President Of Madagascar Honours Dr. Sandeep Marwah For Four Decades In Creative Arts
Mumbai witnessed the grand launch of a new OTT platform, Cinewave Universe, on March 1 at the Raheja Classic Hotel in Andheri. The platform is a collaboration between Impeeduss Cine Solutions, owned by Sayeed Akhtar and Kavyanayan Production, headed by Baalasaaheb Bharadwaj. Cinewave Universe is set to be available soon on Google Play Store, offering viewers a diverse range of fresh, entertaining, and unique-themed stories, web series, films, religious content, and music videos.
A Grand Launch with Industry Celebrities
The launch event saw the presence of several well-known personalities from the entertainment industry. Veteran actor Vikram, famous for his role in the classic hit film Julie, inaugurated the OTT platform. Other notable attendees included actor Abhishek Bharadwaj, Maddam Sir fame Satya Pal, actress and social activist Zaara Khan, Shiv Kumar, Anjali Bharti, and Dr. Mahesh. Several other industry guests such as Shivkumar Ade, Subodh Pawar, Mandar Gujar, Akash Dudhankar, Yatish Acharya, and Swami Sudhakar Sneh also graced the occasion.
A unique collaboration between Impeeduss Cine Solutions and Kavyanayan Production, Cinewave Universe aims to provide a fresh perspective on entertainment. The platform does not confine itself to a single language or ideology; instead, it is set to reach a broad audience with its innovative and engaging content. Currently, Cinewave Universe hosts 25 films and web series, with plans to introduce new content every week, ensuring a continuous stream of fresh entertainment for viewers. The platform is designed to be suitable for both young audiences and family viewing.
A Vision to Empower Emerging Talent
Sayeed Akhtar, the co-partner and owner of Cinewave Universe, expressed his excitement about the launch, emphasizing that the platform is dedicated to newcomers in the industry. He highlighted that Cinewave Universe will serve as a gateway for aspiring artists who struggle to find opportunities to showcase their talent.
Sayeed Akhtar is a well-established producer, director, and lyricist who has worked with leading music companies like T-Series, Venus, Saregama, and HMV. He has also directed and produced Marathi films such as Bha and Raiba Imaandar and has written the screenplay for the Marathi movie Bhonga. His vast experience in the entertainment industry, along with his past accolades—including the Best Lyricist Award and recognition from the Maharashtra State Government Film Awards (53rd edition)—solidifies his reputation as a creative force in the industry.
His company, Impeeduss Cine Solutions, was once ranked among the top 500 companies in the industry. Currently, Akhtar is focused on upcoming projects for Cinewave Universe, aiming to make it a game-changer in the world of OTT entertainment.
With its diverse content offerings, commitment to fresh talent, and a strong creative team, Cinewave Universe is poised to make a significant impact in the OTT industry.
Cinewave Universe New OTT Aims To Provide A Fresh Perspective On Entertainment
बॉलीवुड और भोजपुरी फिल्मों में अपनी अदाकारी का जलवा बिखेर रहीं अभिनेत्री केहना सिंह का जन्मदिन इस बार बहुत ही खास बन गया है। उनके बर्थडे के शुभ दिन पर उनके सगे-संबन्धियों, करीबी मित्रों तथा शुभचिंतकों का बधाई व शुभकामनाएं देने का दिन रात ताँता लगा रहा। फ़ोन पर कॉल व मैसेज करके दिन रात व्हाट्सप्प पर व सोशल मीडिया पर भी लोगों ने बधाई व शुभकामनाएं दी है। चूँकि वह सोशल मीडिया में काफी एक्टिंव रहती हैं तो उनकी फैन फॉलोइंग की तादाद काफी है। इसलिए उनके पास रात दिन भर बधाईयों का ताँता लगा रहा। ऐसे में मुंबई में फ़िल्मी हस्तियों के बीच केहना सिंह का जन्मदिन केक काटकर धूमधाम से मनाया गया, जो काफी यादगार बन गया है। उन्होंने अपने जन्मदिन पर बारह ज्योतिर्लिंगों में एक ज्योतिर्लिंग भीमाशंकर जाकर महादेव भोलेनाथ के दरबार में माथा टेक कर दर्शन किया और देवाधिदेव महादेव का आशीर्वाद लिया। मोस्ट टैलेंटेड अदाकारा केहना सिंह ने जन्मदिन की बधाई और शुभकामनाएं देने वाले सभी को तहेदिल से धन्यवाद देते हुए आभार व्यक्त किया है। उन्होंने कहा कि ‘मुझे चाहने वाले मेरे फैंस व आडियंस को मैं तहेदिल से धन्यवाद देती हूँ। आप सब हमेशा मुझ पर अपना प्यार आशीर्वाद बनाये रखिए।’
गौरतलब है कि एक्ट्रेस केहना सिंह उत्तर प्रदेश के जिला रायबरेली की रहने वाली हैं। मगर वे बचपन में दो वर्ष की आयु से ही मुंबई में रहती हैं। भवंस कॉलेज, चर्नी रोड, मुंबई से ग्रेजुएशन कॉमर्स में पूरा किया है। वे 7 भाषाएं हिंदी, अंग्रेजी, मराठी, नेपाली, पंजाबी, भोजपुरी गुजराती बोलती हैं। वह जितनी अच्छी अदाकारा हैं, उतनी ही अच्छी नेकदिल इंसान भी हैं। वे एक अच्छी अभिनेत्री के साथ एक अच्छी डांसर भी हैं। वे बॉलीवुड के फेमस कोरियोग्राफर रेमो सर को असिस्ट भी कर चुकी हैं।
फ़िल्म प्रचारक रामचन्द्र यादव से बातचीत के दौरान एक्ट्रेस ‘केहना सिंह’ ने बताया कि ‘मैं पहले फ़िल्म डायरेक्टर बनना चाहती थी, परन्तु धीरे-धीरे अभिनय में रुचि आने लगी। मैंने अपनी फिल्म की शुरुआत असिस्टेंट डायरेक्टर से की थी। बतौर एक्ट्रेस पहला ब्रेक मुझे एक शॉर्ट फिल्म में मिला था। उसके बाद मैं क्राइम पेट्रोल, एल्बम सांग, शॉर्ट फिल्म में कंटिन्यू काम करने लगी।’ उन्होंने आगे बताया कि ‘भोजपुरी फिल्म की शुरुआत मैंने ‘अर्धनारी 2’ फिल्म से की थी। उसके बाद मैं लगातार फिल्म करने लगी। भोजपुरी फिल्में, भोजपुरी एल्बम सांग व हिंदी एल्बम गाने कंटीन्यू करती रहती हूँ। मैंने भोजपुरी फिल्म ‘फुलौरी बिना चटनी कइसे बनी’, ‘एक रजाई तीन लुगाई 2’, ‘जैसी सास वैसी बहू’, ‘अर्धनारी 2’, ‘उतरन’ में भी अभिनय किया है। मेरी आने वाली भोजपुरी फिल्में ‘घर का बंटवारा’, ‘नारी’ आदि हैं।
अभिनेत्री केहना सिंह के जन्मदिन पर लगा बधाईयों का ताँता, बोलती हैं सात भाषाएं
From: 25 February to 3 March 2025
“FUSION”
Chaapkhana’s Group Exhibition at Kismat Art Gallery, Mumbai.
Participating artists:
Milind Limbekar, Sadanand Chaudhary,Virendra Chopde Abhishek Chaurasia, Shekhar Tandekar, Mauktik Kate, Vinod Chachere, Milind Atkle, Akshay Tijare.
VENUE:
Kismat Art Gallery,
3rd Pasta Lane
Colaba, Mumbai 400 005
Timing: 11am to 7pm.
Contact: +91 8446239503
“Fusion” group show, organized by Chhapkhana Group artists, Nagpur was inaugurated by renowned Indian painter Dr. Sudhir Patwardhan on 25th February 2025. During the opening ceremony, Dr. Patwardhan emphasized that unity among artists is essential for the success and progress art world today.
Apart from the Chhapkhana artists, notable attendees included Principal Nitin Kitukale of J KAcademy of Art and Design Shri Pritam Deuskar, Prof. Surendra Jagtap, Dr. Kishor Ingle, and several other artists. While introducing Chhapkhana, the Founder of Chhapkhana Shri Milind Limbekar gave a brief overview of the group’s ten-year journey and explained its core objectives. He also introduced all the Members of the group and explained their expertise.
Engaging in a dialogue with the artists, Dr. Sudhir Patwardhan had conversations with the Artists and exchanged ideas about the artworks, He offered insightful guidance. His wife, Mrs. Shanta Patwardhan, was also present on the occasion.
Gallery curators Mr. Vinod Solanki and Yogeshree welcomed the artists, while Mr. Mohan Solanki expressed that Kismat Art Gallery could serve as an accessible platform for emerging artists.
“FUSION” I Chaapkhana’s Group Exhibition By 9 Contemporary Artists At Kismat Art Gallery
London: In a significant meeting held at the prestigious Hotel Taj – St. James Court, London, Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios, presented a collection of books highlighting his accolades and accomplishments to Lord Raj Loomba, a distinguished Member of the UK’s House of Lords and a prominent advocate for widows’ rights. The meeting took place ahead of the International Widow’s Day event scheduled for 23rd June.
During this intellectual exchange, Lord Raj Loomba also presented his book, “Widow Warrior – The Cause That Shaped My Life”, to Dr. Sandeep Marwah. The book encapsulates Lord Loomba’s inspiring journey and his relentless efforts to uplift widows across the globe.
Recognized for his humanitarian initiatives, Dr. Raj Loomba took the opportunity to share insights about his ongoing projects dedicated to supporting widows worldwide. His foundation, The Loomba Foundation, has been at the forefront of advocating for the welfare, empowerment, and recognition of widows, ensuring they receive social and economic support.
Expressing his admiration for Lord Loomba’s contributions, Sandeep Marwah stated:“It is an honor to meet Lord Raj Loomba, whose relentless commitment to the cause of widows has brought about real change. His work is an inspiration, and I am privileged to engage in this discussion that aligns with our shared vision of global empowerment.”
Lord Raj Loomba reciprocated the sentiment, adding: “Dr. Sandeep Marwah’s contributions to media, education, and social service are truly commendable. His dedication to fostering positive change resonates with the mission we uphold through The Loomba Foundation.”
The meeting concluded on a promising note, with both eminent personalities discussing future collaborations to create a meaningful impact on marginalized communities.
Sandeep Marwah And Lord Raj Loomba Join Hands To Promote International Widow’s Day