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The Indian Motion Picture Producers’ Association (IMPPA) has proudly announced its return to the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), participating as a key industry representative at the Waves Film Bazaar 2025 under the dynamic leadership of President Shri Abhay Sinha. The event is being held alongside the 56th edition of IFFI from 20–24 November at the Marriott Resort, Goa.

The IMPPA Pavilion was formally inaugurated by Dr. L. Murugan, Hon’ble Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting, and Shri Sanjay Jaju, Secretary, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting. Renowned actor Shri Manoj Joshi, a celebrated name in theatre and cinema, also graced the inaugural ceremony.

Representing IMPPA at the event were President Shri Abhay Sinha, Senior Vice President Ms. Sushama Shiromanee, Vice Presidents Shri Surendra “Tinu” Verma and Shri Atul Patel, Executive Committee Member & FMC General Secretary Shri Nishant Ujjwal, and Executive Committee Member Shri Yusuf Shaikh.

At the Pavilion, IMPPA is showcasing an impressive lineup of bold and diverse stories created by its members, including Blind Game, Gunmaster G9, Sweat Pants, Ziddi Jatt, Damini 2.0, Control, Ajab Tarzan Ni Gajab Kahani, JEEV, and several other upcoming projects. This year, the association is not only presenting its members’ creative works but also highlighting IMPPA’s ongoing initiatives and the achievements it continues to build upon.

Throughout the festival, the IMPPA team will interact with global delegates, explore potential co-production opportunities, and celebrate the shared passion for storytelling that brings filmmakers from across the world to Goa each year. IMPPA looks forward to carrying this positive energy forward and continuing its commitment to support its members and the films they create.

IMPPA Celebrates Cinema, Collaboration And Creative Achievement At Waves Film Bazaar 2025

Garhi Fertiya Digrota / Akola / Agra – Young sportsperson Sonu Pailwar, a resident of Garhi Fertiya Digrota, has brought pride to his region with his remarkable achievements in traditional Indian wrestling. Trained at Baba Vyayam Sala Akhada Baad Kakua, Sonu credits his success to the dedicated guidance of his Guru Bhai Netrapal Chahar ji, who played a major role in shaping his journey.

Sonu secured Second Place at the National Level and earned a Gold Medal at the State Level, marking him as one of the promising talents in the wrestling field. He also received advanced training at the Gorakhpur Sports Hostel, which further strengthened his sporting foundation.

Currently, Sonu is serving the nation as a proud soldier in the Indian Army. Despite his busy schedule, he continues to pursue his dream of representing India in the Olympic Games. His long-term vision also includes training young children and preparing them for international-level competitions.

Speaking about his journey, Sonu expressed heartfelt gratitude to his family, whose support has been the backbone of his success.

He says, “My dream is to win for India at the Olympics and make my country proud.”

– Jai Hind.

Sonu Pailwar Of Chaharbati Shines With National And State-Level Achievements

Lucknow (U.P.) / Bijnor: Anshika Tiwari, a resident of Lucknow city in district Bijnor, has achieved a remarkable position in her life through the constant support, trust and encouragement of her parents and family.

Anshika shares that her father, Mr. Vijay Kumar Tiwari, who has completed B.Com and works in a private job, always prioritized her studies.

Despite his busy schedule, he taught her late at night, motivated her continuously, and ensured she never lacked any educational support.

“Mere Papa ne hamesha mujhe padhaya, samjhaya aur mujh par bharosa banaye rakha. Unhi ke ashirwad aur sahare se main aaj is mukam par pahunchi hun,” Anshika says with gratitude.

Anshika has successfully completed her Graduation, and after completing her further milestone, she has taken a personal pledge to always stand with Truth.

She aims to support and highlight truth wherever needed.

“Main Satya ke saath khadi rahne ki kasam khati hun. Main hamesha Sach ka saath dungi aur usse ujagar karne mein apna yogdan deti rahungi,” she adds confidently.

Anshika also expresses heartfelt thanks to all her teachers and mentors who provided her knowledge, guidance and values, helping her shape her future.

Today, Anshika Tiwari is emerging as an inspiration for the youth—showing how dedication, family values, and honesty can pave the way to true success.

 

Anshika Tiwari – A Rising Youth Dedicated To Truth And Education

Noida, India – In an unprecedented global celebration, 127 organizations with over 40,000 members spanning 145 countries came together on January 3, 2024, to mark the “International Day of Cultural Relations”. The day was declared by International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI) on the birthday of Dr. Sandeep Marwah, a living legend, cultural ambassador to over 80 nations, and a tireless promoter of art and culture as tools for global unity.

The grand occasion was hosted at Marwah Studios, located in the heart of Film City, Noida, where artists, diplomats, and cultural leaders gathered to commemorate the inaugural celebration of this remarkable day. The event underscored the unifying power of art and culture in fostering global peace and harmony.

Speaking at the gathering, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, who has dedicated over 33 years to promoting love, peace, and unity through art and culture, said: “Art and culture are the most powerful tools to bring the world together. By celebrating this day, we aim to highlight the importance of cultural relations in bridging gaps and building lasting connections between nations. Today, we take a significant step forward by giving this mission a dedicated date to celebrate and remember.”

The announcement was met with widespread applause, as participants hailed this initiative as a beacon of hope in an increasingly divided world. Congratulatory messages poured in from dignitaries, artists, and cultural enthusiasts from around the globe. Leaders from various international organizations expressed their support for the mission to unite the world through cultural exchanges.

Dr. Marwah, who has been honored with numerous awards for his contributions to art and culture, was lauded by attendees as a visionary leader. Under his guidance, Marwah Studios has become a hub for fostering international collaborations in the fields of cinema, education, and cultural diplomacy.

The celebration also included a pledge by all participating organizations to continue promoting cultural exchange and understanding.
“We believe that cultural diplomacy is the need of the hour,” Dr. Marwah emphasized. “By celebrating our diversity and finding common ground through art, we can create a world that thrives on mutual respect and collaboration.”

The International Day of Cultural Relations will now serve as an annual reminder of the pivotal role that art and culture play in uniting people across the globe. This year’s celebration has set a strong precedent, inspiring communities worldwide to embrace the transformative power of cultural connections.

ICMEI Declared 3rd January As International Day Of Cultural Relations

Actress Nayra Pal is a resident of Haata Gambhirpur, a nearby area of ​​Kanpur city in Uttar Pradesh. Nayra had a special liking for dance and acting since childhood and her passion grew with time. To bring proficiency in her acting, she joined theatre and there she got an offer for modelling. Nayra Pal accepted this offer.

Modelling was new to her, so she learned its nuances and became the winner of FTV World’s ramp show, in which she got the honour of Miss Mumbai and from here her career started running.

Nayra started taking part in fashion shows and ramp shows. She became the topper of Delhi shows. Won many fashion shows in big cities of U.P.like Kanpur and Lucknow. Her music videos are going to be released soon, out of which one video will be launched by Zee Music and the other by T Series.

With the arrival of Sawan, her music video immersed in Shiva Bhakti will be launched in which Nayra has done an amazing classical dance which will be a dance with a special feeling in itself. Along with the music video, a South Indian film of hers is also ready which will soon come on the big screen.

Nayra’s entire focus is on her upcoming projects which include a film and several music videos. Before realizing her dreams, Nayra kept her parents’ wishes in mind and completed her studies. She has done her post graduation in Hindi literature. She has learned classical dance from Banaras. It was a difficult journey for a girl from a small village to come to Mumbai, the city of dreams, and become an actress, but Nayra never lost her confidence and believed in her talent and kept standing firm. Her family has also supported her at every step. Nayra has worked in many ad films and is going to work in projects of many brands in the future.

Nayra Pal considers her father as her ideal and wants to do such work in her life that everyone is proud of her. Nayra Pal says that if you want to become something or move ahead in life, then recognize your inner potential and skills, develop them and work focusing only on that.

Nayra further says that every person should understand their importance and life cannot be lived only on the basis of compromise. It is necessary to protest against what is wrong. Nayra Pal is self-respecting and self-reliant and she believes that every woman should know her inner strength and move forward.

 

Actress Nayra Pal Has A Special Liking For Dance And Acting Since Childhood Which Grew To Profession

लखनऊ स्थित भाग्य मंदिर परिवार आज जनकल्याण का पर्याय बन चुका है। गरीब ,असहाय,इस दुनिया मे अकेला या वैसे व्यक्ति जो अपने जिंदगी को बेहतर बनाने की कोशिश कर रहे हैं उनके लिए भाग्य मंदिर परिवार एक मात्र विकल्प बन कर उभरा है। मानव कल्याण के लिए भाग्य मंदिर परिवार अब जल्द ही दिल्ली में भी अपनी शाखा का विस्तार करने जा रही है। अब दिल्ली के लोगो को भी इसका लाभ मिलेगा।

सौरभ गुरुजी के मार्गदर्शन में महज कुछ ही वर्षों में लगभग 1000 से अधिक स्वयंसेवको के सहयोग से “भाग्य मंदिर परिवार” संस्था आज लाखो लोगों का जीवन सुधार चुका है। वर्तमान में संस्था के प्रत्यक्ष व अप्रत्यक्ष रूप से लगभग दो लाख लोग जुड़कर लगातार लोक हित मे कार्य कर रहे हैं। भाग्य मंदिर परिवार के माध्यम से जनकल्याण के तो कई कार्य किये जाते रहे हैं लेकिन सबसे महत्वपूर्ण तीन कार्य जो भाग्य मंदिर परिवार के लिए सर्वोपरि है और वो है शिक्षा,चिकित्सा और स्वास्थ्य ।

शिक्षा के क्षेत्र में कार्य करते हुए भाग्य मंदिर परिवार ने बुंदेलखंड क्षेत्र के लगभग 53 गांवों में मुफ्त कोचिंग सेंटर आरम्भ किये हैं। सामान्य बच्चों के साथ उन बच्चों पर अधिक ध्यान दिया जाता है जो बिल्कुल अशिक्षित है और किसी भी सरकारी या निजी स्कूलों में नही पढ़ पा रहे हैं । लखनऊ के बालागंज क्षेत्र में भी भाग्य मंदिर शिक्षा केंद्र का सुभारम्भ किया गया हैं और धीरे धीरे और भी जिलों में भाग्य मन्दिर शिक्षा केंद्रों की स्थापना की जा रही है । भाग्य मंदिर परिवार के द्वारा योग की निःशुल्क कक्षा मुहैया कराई जाती है ।

प्राकृतिक चिकित्सा,एक्यूप्रेशर के साथ ही जरूरतमंद के लिए हर प्रकार की चिकित्सा व्यवस्था का अधिक से अधिक लाभ हेतु भाग्य मंदिर परिवार की ओर से लगातार जागरूकता शिविर चलाये जाते रहे हैं जिनसे अभी तक लगभग 11600 लोगो को लाभ प्राप्त हुआ है।

अन्नदान कार्यक्रम के तहत आर्थिक संकट के कारण भरपेट भोजन नही कर पाने वालों के लिए भाग्य मंदिर परिवार हर सप्ताह अलग अलग अन्नदान के शिविरों में लगभग 10 हज़ार से अधिक लोगो को अन्नदान करके उनकी क्षुधा को शांत करता है।

ऐसे ही कई अन्य कार्यो के माध्यम से भाग्य मंदिर परिवार लगातार परम् श्रद्धये सौरभ गुरुजी के मार्गदर्शन से जनकल्याण के कार्य करता चला आ रहा है। अपने स्वयंसेवको के मांग पर अब  दिल्ली के लोगो को भी सौरभ गुरुजी का सानिध्य प्राप्त होगा। भाग्य मंदिर परिवार के द्वारा दिल्ली व आसपास के लोगो को अधिक से अधिक लाभ मिले इस ओर कई अन्य  कल्याणकारी कार्य करने की योजना तैयार की जा चुकी है।

हजारों स्वयंसेवको के साथ दो लाख लोग लगातार शिक्षा, चिकित्सा और स्वास्थ्य के क्षेत्र में कार्य कर रही भाग्य मंदिर परिवार  दिल्ली में भी

 

New York, USA – In a momentous ceremony, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, an esteemed international media personality and cultural ambassador to India from seventy-five countries, was honored by the New York State Assembly. The accolade was presented by Hon. Nader J. Sayegh of the New York State Assembly, representing Yonkers, during Dr. Marwah’s visit to the USA to foster relations between India and New York through art, culture, education, and social activities.

Dr. Sandeep Marwah, who holds an impressive nine world records, is the visionary founder of Noida Film City. This monumental initiative has provided employment to 17,000 individuals and positively impacted the livelihoods of 150,000 people indirectly.

As the Founder President of Marwah Studios, Dr. Marwah has been instrumental in the production of 4,500 TV programs for fifty channels and the creation of 5,000 training films. His extensive involvement in the film industry includes associations with over 100 feature films.

Dr. Marwah’s contributions extend to the academic world through the establishment of AAFT University of Media and Arts. Over his illustrious career, he has trained more than 30,000 students from 145 countries across sixteen diverse streams. His commitment to social and cultural development is reflected in his association with 7,500 events and leadership roles in over 100 organizations including Indo American Film and Cultural Forum. His efforts have attracted over three million people to Marwah Studios, enhancing cultural tourism and promoting New York USA in India significantly.

Hon. Nader J. Sayegh, in his laudatory speech, highlighted, “It is the practice of the New York State Assembly to publicly acknowledge individuals that embody exceptionalism consistent with the values of New York State. Dr. Sandeep Marwah has exemplified these values through his selfless service to the people of New York, where service is central to the mission of the State of New York.”

Hon. Sayegh continued, “The New York State Assembly recognizes and commends Dr. Sandeep Marwah for his invaluable contributions to international media, the city of Yonkers, and the state of New York at large. Therefore, be it resolved, that I, Assemblyman Nader Sayegh, recognize Dr. Sandeep Marwah for his service to all New Yorkers and urge all citizens to honor and appreciate this distinguished individual on this day in the state of New York and beyond.”

Dr. Sandeep Marwah expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the New York State Assembly, particularly acknowledging Assemblyman Nader J. Sayegh from Yonkers, Guruji Dileep Kumar, Chandra Sookdeo, Damian Garcia, and the numerous dignitaries present at the occasion.

This recognition not only underscores Dr. Marwah’s remarkable achievements and dedication but also strengthens the cultural and educational ties between India and New York, promising a future of continued collaboration and mutual growth.

Dr. Sandeep Marwah Honored by New York State Assembly

मुख्य अतिथि के रूप में वरिष्ठ अभिनेता सुरेन्द्र पाल और विशिष्ट अतिथि के रूप में एक्टर बॉबी वत्स रहे मौजूद बेहतरीन म्यूजिक कंपोजिशन, डांस और एक्टिंग का जोरदार तड़का वाला गाना ‘कावेरी… कावेरी…’ आपको थिरकने के लिए कर देगा मजबूर नामचीन फिल्मी हस्तीयों की उपस्थिति में लांच हुए गाने ‘कावेरी’ को मिली जमकर सराहना

मुंबई। रेहा खान एक ऐसी अभिनेत्री हैं जिन्हें वास्तव में किसी परिचय की आवश्यकता नहीं है। रेहा ने दुनिया भर में कई सौंदर्य प्रतियोगिताओं में देश को गौरवान्वित किया है। अब रेहा ने अपना खुद का म्यूजिक ब्रांड आर-सीरीज भी बना लिया है, इतना ही नहीं अपनी नयी कंपनी का पहला गाना भी उन्होंने लांच कर दिया। सही मायने में देखा जाय तो रेहा महिला शक्ति का बेजोड़ उदाहरण बनकर उभरी हैं। इससे पहले रेहा कई पंजाबी सांग्स, एड फिल्म और वेब सीरीज में काम कर चुकी हैं।

खुद रेहा कहती हैं कि, “सबकी अपनी सीरीज होती है, फिल्मों की सीरीज, वेब सीरीज तो इसीलिए हमने अपनी सीरीज यानी खुद का ब्रांड आर-सीरीज बनाया है। नि:संदेह रेहा अपने मॉडलिंग और अभिनय करियर के साथ-साथ अब वह एक बहुत ही सशक्त महिला उद्यमी भी बन चुकी हैं।

बात रेहा के नये गाने ‘कावेरी’ की करें तो इस गाने में रेहा खान की दमदार एक्टिंग में उनका साथ दिया है अभिनेता सनम जौहर ने। सिंगर जोरावर के सुरों से सजे कावेरी गाने को संगीतबद्ध किया है फेम म्यूजिक ने। गीतकार अजाब हैं एवं डायरेक्शन गुरू शर्मा का है। डीओपी का काम अजय पाल ने संभाला है और कोरियोग्राफी अरूण घोगे ने की है।

कावेरी गाने की वीडियो शुटिंग अंतर्राष्ट्रीय स्तर के बेहतरीन स्थलों पर की गयी है। रेहा और सनम जौहर की दमदार एक्टिंग के साथ ही इसका गीत-संगीत, डायरेक्शन और कोरियोग्राफी आपको एक नया अनुभव देगा।

कावेरी गाने की लॉंचिंग के दौरान अभिनेता विक्की हाड़ा, अभिनेत्री मिनी बंसल और जन्नत खान सहित तमाम आर्टिस्ट और मीडियाकर्मी इस पल के साक्षी बने। मुंडे मीडिया के पीआरओ रमाकांत मुंडे ने बेहतर एवं योजनाबद्ध तरीके से मीडिया का संचालन कर आयोजन को सफल बनाया।

छायाकार : रमाकांत मुंडे मुंबई

 

जानी मानी मॉडल एवं अभिनेत्री रेहा खान की नयी म्यूजिक कंपनी आर-सीरीज का पहला गाना “कावेरी”हुआ लांच