Book Release Ceremony of Dr. Kumar Prashant Manav’s Works “Building a Better Future” & “Book of Life” Held at 18th Global Film Festival Noida. Noida: The 18th Global Film Festival Noida, hosted at the iconic Marwah Studios, witnessed an intellectually enriching and inspiring moment with the release of two remarkable books authored by Dr. Kumar Prashant Manav from Australia titled “Building a Better Future” and “Book of Life.” The books were formally released by Ranjeet, legendary veteran actor of Indian cinema, Ashwin Kumar, Oscar-nominated director, and Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios, in the presence of a distinguished gathering of artists, filmmakers, and thinkers.
Addressing the audience, Dr. Sandeep Marwah emphasized the importance of literature and thought leadership in shaping a progressive and compassionate society. He stated that books such as these play a vital role in inspiring individuals to reflect deeply on life, values, and the responsibility of contributing positively toward the future, complementing the creative energy of cinema and media.
Author Dr. Kumar Prashant Manav shared insights into his writings, explaining that “Building a Better Future” focuses on vision, ethics, and collective responsibility, while “Book of Life” reflects on human experiences, learning, and inner growth. He expressed gratitude to the Global Film Festival Noida platform for celebrating knowledge alongside cinema and for providing a global audience to meaningful literary work.
The event witnessed vibrant participation from eminent personalities of the film and media industry, including Shiny Dixit (Actor), Bahaar Dhawan (Artist & Lawyer), Rhythm Dutta (Film & Fashion Journalist), Girish Thapar (Actor), Krishika Lulla (Renowned Producer), Parinita Seth (Actor), Vatsal Seth (Actor), Mukesh Tyagi (Actor), Arun Bakshi (Singer & Actor), and Pooja Gor (Actor). Their presence added glamour, inspiration, and a strong industry connect to the occasion.
The book release ceremony stood as a perfect blend of cinema, literature, and intellectual dialogue, reinforcing the 18th Global Film Festival Noida as a holistic cultural platform that celebrates creativity, knowledge, and global harmony.