Hindi Cinema Samman Conferred on Sharifah Ezneeda Wafa at 18 - Delhi - Delhi ID1627573

Noida, India: In a significant recognition of her contribution towards strengthening cultural ties through cinema, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, Chair of the Hindi Cinema Samman Samaroh, conferred the prestigious Hindi Cinema Samman on Ms. Sharifah Ezneeda Wafa, Deputy Head of the Mission, High Commission of Malaysia, during the 18th Global Film Festival Noida 2025 at the iconic Marwah Film City, Noida.

The honour was presented for Ms. Sharifah Ezneeda Wafa’s consistent efforts and support in the promotion of Hindi cinema and Indian culture in Malaysia, fostering deeper people-to-people connections between the two nations. The ceremony was held under the banner of the Indo–Malaysia Film and Cultural Forum, reflecting the growing collaboration between India and Malaysia in the fields of cinema, culture, and creative exchange.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Sandeep Marwah stated that Hindi cinema has played a powerful role in taking Indian culture across borders and building emotional bridges worldwide. He applauded Ms. Sharifah’s dedication to cultural diplomacy and emphasized that her support has significantly contributed to enhancing the reach and appreciation of Indian cinema in Malaysia.

Accepting the honour, Ms. Sharifah Ezneeda Wafa expressed her gratitude to the Global Film Festival Noida and AAFT. She stated that Hindi cinema enjoys immense popularity in Malaysia and serves as an important cultural connector between the people of both countries. She reaffirmed her commitment to further strengthening Indo–Malaysia cultural and cinematic relations through continued collaboration and mutual appreciation.

The Hindi Cinema Samman ceremony emerged as a proud and meaningful moment at the 18th Global Film Festival Noida 2025, celebrating cultural diplomacy, cinematic excellence, and enduring friendship between India and Malaysia.