Exhibition of Paintings Inaugurated at 18th Global Film Festival Noida 2025 — A Vibrant Celebration of Art and Global Harmony. Noida, India: The Exhibition of Paintings was magnificently inaugurated at the 18th Global Film Festival Noida (GFFN) 2025 at the prestigious Marwah Film City, Noida, adding rich colours and artistic depth to the festival’s grand celebrations. Curated and designed by the talented students of the AAFT School of Fine Arts, the exhibition stood as a powerful reflection of creativity, imagination, and contemporary artistic expression.
The inauguration was honoured by an eminent gathering of international dignitaries, including H.E. Juris Bone, Ambassador of Latvia; H.E. Alberto Antonio, Ambassador of Uruguay; and H.E. Karlito Nunes, Ambassador of Timor-Leste. The occasion was further dignified by the presence of Cdr. K. L. Ganju, Hon. Consul General, Union of Comoros; Ms. Inga Skruzmane, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Latvia; Mr. Faisal Mahmud, Press Minister, High Commission of Bangladesh; Mr. Metsing Ediel Lemphane, Counsellor, High Commission of Lesotho; Ms. Nohely Salinas Gonzalez, 3rd Secretary, Embassy of Panama; Ms. Ediza Marlene Jimenez Moreno, Embassy of Panama; and Mr. Ibrahim Besthawi, Counsellor, Embassy of the State of Palestine.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios and Founder of Noida Film City, emphasized the inseparable bond between art and culture. He stated that paintings and the School of Fine Arts have always been an integral part of every major event at Marwah Studios, reflecting the institution’s deep belief in nurturing artistic talent and celebrating creativity across disciplines. “We believe art speaks a universal language. Through these paintings, young artists are expressing emotions, social realities, and global perspectives that connect humanity beyond borders,” he said.
The exhibition received widespread appreciation from diplomats, artists, filmmakers, and visitors alike, who admired the originality, thematic depth, and artistic maturity displayed by the students. The Painting Exhibition emerged as a compelling highlight of the 18th Global Film Festival Noida 2025, reinforcing the festival’s commitment to promoting fine arts, encouraging young talent, and strengthening cultural dialogue through the powerful medium of visual art.