Sandeep Marwah Nominated Chair of Indo Costa Rica Film and C - Delhi - Delhi ID1685047

Noida: In a significant step towards strengthening cultural cooperation between India and Costa Rica, Dr. Sandeep Marwah was nominated Chair of the Indo Costa Rica Film and Cultural Forum by H.E. Nestor Gabriel Baltodano Vargas, Ambassador of Costa Rica to India, during the 19th Global Film Festival Noida 2026 at Marwah Studios, Noida Film City.

The nomination recognised Dr. Marwah’s sustained contribution to cinema, media education and international cultural exchange. As President of Marwah Studios, Founder of Noida Film City and Chancellor of AAFT University of Media and Arts, he has championed art and culture as instruments of friendship and understanding across borders.

Speaking on the occasion, H.E. Nestor Gabriel Baltodano Vargas said: “India and Costa Rica share a deep appreciation for creativity, cultural diversity and friendship. The Indo Costa Rica Film and Cultural Forum offers a valuable platform to bring our people closer through cinema, education and artistic exchange. We are delighted to nominate Dr. Sandeep Marwah as its Chair and look forward to his leadership in developing meaningful connections between our creative communities.”

Accepting the responsibility, Dr. Sandeep Marwah said: “I am honoured by the confidence expressed in me by His Excellency and the Embassy of Costa Rica. Cinema and culture speak a universal language that connects people and builds lasting friendships. Through this forum, we will endeavour to encourage film screenings, cultural programmes, educational exchanges and opportunities for artists and students from both countries, guided by our belief in ‘Love, Peace and Unity Through Art and Culture.’”

The presentation took place in the presence of H.E. Hanisha Jairam, Ambassador of Suriname; R. S. Mishra, IAS; Jang Jong Hwan, Counsellor, Embassy of DPR Korea; Jimy Trujillo, Second Secretary, Embassy of Peru; Dr. Dilip Kumar Kowkonda, Founder of Hyderabad Smiles; Dr. Amit Behl, renowned actor; Aroon Bakshi, acclaimed actor and singer; Mehul Kumar, distinguished filmmaker and writer; Dipali Mathur Tayal, Miss Universe Bharat; and Anoop Lather, actor and Chairperson, Culture Council & PRO, University of Delhi.

A large audience from different parts of India and the world witnessed the occasion, reflecting the international character of the festival and the shared enthusiasm for cultural cooperation.

The nomination marked an important milestone for the Indo Costa Rica Film and Cultural Forum, setting the stage for closer engagement between the two nations through cinema, art, media and education.