“Grand Alumni Meet Is A Celebration Of Our Legacy,” Said Dr. Marwah, President Of AAFT...

Delhi, March 21, 2025 The 33rd year of continuous excellence at AAFT was marked with a grand alumni meet at Noida, where professionals from different verticals of media, entertainment, and creative arts came together to share experiences, and take a trip down memory lane to cherish their creative journeys over the years.

The night set the tone for loads of networking opportunities for the alumni, creating a vibrant atmosphere that filled their hearts with nostalgia, about the time they roamed the campus of AAFT, and how all of it has shaped their professional journeys.

“This Alumni meet is a celebration of our legacy,” said Dr. Marwah, President of AAFT while addressing the attendees. “Marching ahead towards the future is the only path to progress, and I am truly elated to witness so many of our esteemed alumni reunite, celebrating their achievements and paying homage to their alma mater through continued remarkable contributions to their respective industries.”

Celebrating Alumni Success

One of the highlights of the evening was the presentation of the Gaurav Samman Awards in honor of the exceptional alumni for their outstanding contributions in their respective fields.

Some of the notable recipients included Devanshu Singh (Founder & MD of Singh Events & Exhibitions), Junaid Khan (worked in season 6,7,8 for Maruti Suzuki Colors of Youth) , Shreyansh Mohan Verma (Performer, Founder, and Music Advisor at Film Jar Production House), Deepna (Casting Director at Balaji), and Anamika Gaur (Awarded Youngest Professional of the Year 2023 for impactful journalism), with their achievements standing tall as a testament of inspiration for the current students and fellow alumni.

The night involved guest speakers, discussions, and networking sessions which allowed alumni to explore and collaborate with each other while nurturing lasting future ties. The core focus of the event was to offer a supportive and engaged alumni network that allowed attendees to uplift each for better future opportunities.

With its iconic AAFT campus located in the sprawling Film City, Noida and a 27-acre University campus in Raipur, AAFT has been at the forefront of creative arts education for over three decades. Expanding its reach through AAFT University & AAFT Online, Co-founded by Mohit Marwah and Akshay Marwah, with the vision to amplify its reach with innovative and advanced-level courses. The institution continues to nurture talent globally, setting benchmarks for excellence in creative education.

AAFT Hosts 33rd Grand Alumni Meet in Delhi, Celebrating Decades of Creative Excellence

Dr. Anurita Kapur: An American, Visionary Leader Bridging Medicine, Diplomacy, Intelligence, Political Science And Global Security...

In a world where healthcare, diplomacy, and national security intersect, Dr. Anurita Kapur stands as a remarkable figure who embodies an exceptional blend of her expertises and dedication. With an impressive array of qualifications—including M.D., A.S., B.S., M.A.S., and M.S.—Dr. Kapur’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Her accolades, such as being inducted into the Omicron Sigma Sigma Order of Sword Shield and receiving the National Honor Award Gold Medal, highlight her commitment to excellence in both her professional undertakings and humanitarian efforts.

Born into a family with a rich legacy of political involvement in the United States, Dr. Kapur has played a significant role in shaping the electoral landscape since 2009. As Dr. Kapur was a U.S. Presidential candidate herself in 2024, she was honored to have the trust and endorsement of the American people by ballot votes for her, vying for the prestigious position of U.S. President for 2025. Her deep-rooted ties to American history extend back five generations, showcasing a legacy of support for prominent leaders and the U.S. Presidents including Hon. President John F. Kennedy.

Anurita was a supporter, campaigner, donor and endorser of Hon. Donald J. Trump in 2015 to present.

Dr. Kapur’s academic journey is equally commendable. With a perfect 4.0 GPA, she has excelled in her studies at some of the most prestigious American universities in the world, she also attended Harvard University.  She honed her skills in medicine, law, intelligence (specializations in national & global security, terrorism studies & WMDs CBRNEs), political science and diplomatic international relations. This solid educational background has empowered her to tackle some of the most pressing issues of our time, particularly in the fields of terrorism studies, national security, WMD’s (CBRNEs) and emergency management.

Her career spans a multitude of sectors, including her impactful work at the United Nations Institute of Training and Research in Geneva, and as a producer at the United Nations headquarters in New York City. Dr. Kapur has engaged with heads of states from 193 countries, participating in high-level sessions at the UN Security Council and UN General Assembly as well as contributing to organizations such as the World Health Organization, International Monetary Fund, and European Union and more.

In the aviation industry, Dr. Kapur had made strides as a contracted professional, engaged in the commercial acquisition and sales of aircraft, further showcasing her versatile skill set.

As a successful medical administrator since 2002, she founded Livingston Medical Groups (LMG), dedicated to delivering high-quality medical services to underserved populations. Her vision extends globally with plans for Trillion Dollar Medical Projects aimed at establishing state-of-the-art hospitals in the U. S. and worldwide, elevating healthcare standards to match those found in the United States.

A person of extraordinary achievements, Dr. Kapur’s legacy is also tied to her heritage, as she is the great-great-granddaughter of Emperor Maharaja Ranjit Singh of Punjab, India. This royal lineage influences her leadership style, embedding cultural wisdom and a sense of responsibility toward her community.

Dr. Anurita Kapur considers Bollywood film director Rajesh Bhatt as her best friend who keeps guiding her from time to time.

As a visionary, she stated, “I diligently strive to create and sustain: understanding, love, peace, security, stability and prosperity to prevail globally in our world and in the entire cosmos.”

With this note, Dr. Kapur stated, “In the U.S. , I promote, endorse and advocate for Artificial Intelligence (AI) fundings to bring into action proper research, training and integration of (AI) into human lives.  This action should start by providing proper human training and within the governing bodies. In order to implement (AI) into action, we require proper laws to govern (AI).”

As Dr. Anurita Kapur continues to break barriers and create meaningful change, she remains a beacon of hope and inspiration for future generations, exemplifying how one individual can profoundly affect the medical, political, diplomatic,

intelligence and global landscape. Her commitment to gold standards, excellence, leadership, and service ensures that her contributions will resonate for years to come, solidifying her place as a transformative figure in the modern world.

Written by Robin Hayes

12/23/2024

United States of America

Dr. Anurita Kapur: An American, Visionary Leader Bridging Medicine, Diplomacy, Intelligence, Political Science And Global Security

IFTDA (Indian Film And Television Director Association) ELECTIONS On 15th Dec. 2024...

For Betterment Of IFTDA Vote For  Ashfaque Khopekar Group

दोस्तों

बुरे कर्मों का बुरा नतीजा यह कहावत नहीं हकीकत है। असिस्टेंट डायरेक्टर के हक़ की लड़ाई लड़ने 1959 में बनायी गयी असोसिएशन इफटडा आज वही काम छोड़कर  किसी डिक्टेटर का अड्डा बन चुकी है।  मानो न मानो यह हकीकत है कभी इफटडा ऑफिस आकर आजमालो। इफटडा मे अध्यक्ष अशोक पंडित के पर्सनल  और सोसायटी के‌ काम  हो रहे हैं  मेम्बर्स के लिए बनायी हुए लायब्रेरी में मेम्बर जा नहीं सकते। मनमानी तरीके से हमारी असोसिएशन का फंड का इस्तेमाल हो रहा है । मेम्बर्स की सारी सुविधाओं को खत्म कर दिया है।

दोस्तों इस मौके को हाथ से जाने जाने न दो इफटडा को मेम्बर्स की बनाना जरूरी है।डीक्टेटरशिप खत्म करनी जरूरी हैं।

मैं उम्मीद करता हु आप आप के अपने आशफाक खोपेकर ग्रुप को‌ इफटडा मेम्बर्स के इंसाफ की लड़ाई में  स्पोर्ट जरुर करोंगे

धन्यवाद

आशफाक खोपेकर

Cast your Prestigious  vote

on  15 Dec 2024

10am to 6 pm

Agenda:

* Impartial Medical Aid to all IFTDA Members

* Govt. Recognised Cine Workers Welfare Fund card for eligible Members

* Voicing for de-activated long standing members.

* Amendments of dictatorial clauses added in constitution.

* Helping unemployed Asst. Director & Director Members to get work.

IFTDA (Indian Film And Television Director Association) ELECTIONS On  15th Dec. 2024

Announcement Of Web Series KATHPUTLI, Ritika Kumawat Becomes A Police Officer In The Series Produced By Rajiv Kumar, Deepak B Verma...

Mumbai. 13 December 2024, in this era of OTT and web series, the official announcement of another great web series “Kathputli” was made at a grand ceremony held at Classic Club, Mumbai. Ritika Kumawat has played the central character in this series based on the subject of women empowerment. The producers of the series are Rajiv Kumar, Deepak B Verma and Abdurrahman. The director is Pankaj Kapoor and the music composers are Ismail Darbar and Vivek Mahunkar. The lamp was lit by all the guests, then the program started after the national anthem. Actress Ritika Kumawat has played the role of a police officer and in uniform, she made a dashing entry in this program with a scene.

Producer Deepak B Verma said that Kathputli talks about the atrocities on women. In the name of bad customs, women are used as puppets in the society, but they are not puppets, they also have emotions and feelings in their hearts. This series shows such pain of women. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is running the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao campaign. Through this series, we all want to send this message to the government that women should not be considered mere puppets in the society.

Actress Ritika Kumawat said that I am very excited to be a part of Kathputli. This is a very challenging role for which we all are doing a lot of preparations. I am thankful to Deepak Verma sir that he gave me the opportunity to play the central role in this series. There are many other famous actors in the series with whom I am very excited to start shooting.

Producer Deepak B Verma told that the shooting of this series is going to start from 20 December in Chaumu Samod, Mehar Kala Village, Jaipur, Rajasthan. Apart from Ritika, Jackie Shroff, Amit Lekhwani, Pankaj Kapoor etc. will be seen in the series. We are in talks with many OTT platforms and will soon inform you about its release.

The editor of the series Kathputli is Ashish Mhatre, choreographer is Ashish Patil, art and production designer is Krishna Thakur, DOP is Sudeep Chatterjee, costume designer is Neeta Lulla and EP is Anil Rawate. The web series to be made under the banner of Raindrops Entertainment will have everything – action, song, drama, emotion.

Actress Ritika Kumawat’s birthday was also celebrated by cutting a grand cake at the announcement party of the series Kathputli.

Announcement Of Web Series KATHPUTLI, Ritika Kumawat Becomes A Police Officer In The Series Produced By Rajiv Kumar, Deepak B Verma

Apeejay Stya Art Festival 2024 I Creative Cascades I Art Exhibition at Kamalnayan Bajaj Art Gallery...

From: 2^nd to 7^th December 2024

Apeejay Stya Art Festival 2024

Creative Cascades

A Vibrant Display of Paintings, Sculptures, Photographs, Digital Art, Tapestries, Terracottas and Drawings

VENUE:

Kamalnayan Bajaj Art Gallery

Bajaj Bhavan, Nariman Point, Mumbai 400 021

Contact: +91 9815205622 / +91 8699523596

Timing: 11am to 7pm

Apeejay Education nurtures and manifests its social commitment through the more than 50 year old Apeejay Education which runs 26 quality Educational Institutions across India. Apeejay Education envisions to usher in value-based holistic education and excellence in education, leading to man-making and nation-building. Apeejay Stya institutions are guided by the vision of the Founder Chairman, Dr. Stya Paul – eminent industrialist, educationist, freedom-fighter, philanthropist and the inspiration behind all Apeejay Education Institutions. Dr. Stya Paul’s glorious legacy is being carried forward very passionately by Mrs. Sushma Paul Berlia, illustrious daughter of Dr. Stya Paul and Chairman, Apeejay Stya & Svran Group, Chairman, Apeejay Education and Chancellor, Apeejay Stya University, Gurugram.

This show was inaugurated on 2^nd December 2024 by Hon’ble Mrs.Sushma Paul Berlia, Chairman Apeejay Stya and Svran Group in the presence of  Mr.Nishant Berlia,co-promoter Apeejay Stya and Svran group, pro chancellor Apeejay Stya university, Ms.Neeta Mahindra, Ms.Seep Taneja, Mr.Ridhi Dogra, Ms.Kriti Gupta, Mr.Vijay Nayyar, Mr.Sukanth, Ms. Swaranshi, Ms.Supreet, Mr.Raghav Kapoor, Mr.M K Wanjari, Mrs.Veena Gulshan, Mr.Anand Prabhudesai among others. 

Promotion of arts has always been a constant and continuous endeavour of Apeejay Education which it realises through its institutions primarily those which are specially dedicated to this noble cause viz Apeejay Stya University (ASU), Sohna, Gurugram, Haryana, Apeejay College of Fine Arts (ACFA), Jalandhar, Punjab and Apeejay Institute of Design (AID), New Delhi.

Apeejay Stya Art Festival 2024: Creative Cascades showcasing the creative works of the faculty and students of these Institutions is being organized at Kamalnayan Bajaj Art Gallery, Mumbai from 2^nd December to 7^th December 2024. The first of its kind Art Exhibition celebrates a vibrant galaxy of art forms ranging from Paintings, Drawings, Sculptures, Tapestries, Terracottas, Mixed Media to Photography.

The rich variety of media used by the artists to unleash their Imaginative flights add multi-hued dimensions to the Exhibition providing an enhanced and enriching experience to the onlookers. Marked with lnnovations and Originality of Expressions, the works on display would provide a peep into the variegated messages conveyed by the artists in a subtle and creative Manner. 

Apeejay Stya Art Festival 2024 I Creative Cascades I Art Exhibition at Kamalnayan Bajaj Art Gallery

Rajadhiraaj: Enchanting Story Of Shri Krishna’s Love, Life, Leela To Continue Its Spectacular Run At Delhi’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium...

~The Blockbuster Musical Transcends Borders and Continues to Captivate Hearts~

New Delhi : After an overwhelmingly successful run in Mumbai, the world’s first mega musical on Shri Krishna, Rajadhiraaj: Love Life Leela, is set to enchant audiences in New Delhi at the iconic Jawaharlal Nehru Auditorium, with shows scheduled from November 29^th to December 8^th, 2024. Conceptualized and brought to life by the visionary Dhanraj Nathwani, this spectacular production has redefined Indian theatre, offering an unprecedented portrayal of the magnanimity and grace of Shri Krishna through a mesmerizing theatrical experience.

In the landscape of Indian theatre, no production has matched the scale and emotional depth of Rajadhiraaj: Love Life Leela. The musical masterpiece, which ran to packed audiences at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre’s (NMACC) Grand Theatre in Mumbai, received high praise from celebrities and audiences alike and has solidified its status as a cultural phenomenon, resonating with people of all ages and leaving an indelible mark on India’s entertainment history.

Inviting audiences to experience the magic and majesty of Shri Krishna, Dhanraj Nathwani, said, “Creating ‘Rajadhiraaj: Love Life Leela’ has been a journey of devotion and passion for me. Shri Krishna’s life is an endless source of inspiration, and through this musical, our aim is to share the beauty, wisdom, and love that he embodies. I am thrilled to bring his timeless stories and intertwining journeys of Shri Krishna as Shrinathji and Dwarkadheesh, in a way that has never been seen before, embarking the audience on an unforgettable journey into the divine saga of Shri Krishna.”

He further added, “Bringing Rajadhiraaj to Delhi holds immense significance, as we are close to Krishna’s birthplace and the revered land of Mathura-Vrindavan. Being in proximity to such a sacred area allows us to feel a deeper connection with Krishna, while we share his timeless stories with a broader audience. The success of our shows in Mumbai has reaffirmed that Krishna’s life and teachings resonate profoundly with people of all ages. We are excited to bring this unique theatrical experience to the audiences of Delhi.”

With rich storytelling, stunning visuals, and soul-stirring live music, Executive Producer – Bhoomi Nathwani promises an unforgettable experience. Written by renowned screenwriter Padma Shri Awardee Prasoon Joshi and directed by seasoned musical theatre expert Shruti Sharma, this production takes the audience on an enthralling journey through Shri Krishna’s playful and divine tales. From Vrindavan to Mathura and Vraj to Dwarka, over 180 artists bring this musical to life. The production’s allure is amplified by a powerful soundtrack of 20 original songs by Sachin-Jigar, blending Western symphonic elements from Budapest with Indian classical, Haveli Sangeet, Rajasthani and Gujarati folk, and Hindustani semi-classical music. Omung Kumar’s intricate production design, and the mesmerizing choreography of Bertwin D’Souza and Shampa Gopikrishna, performed by more than 60 dancers, further enhance the immersive experience. The show is creatively produced by Parthiv Gohil and Viral Rachh, both seasoned veterans in music and theatre, while National Award-winning writer Raam Mori has meticulously contributed to the project’s in-depth story research. Celebrated costume designer Neeta Lulla, known for her work in iconic Indian films, brings mythical characters to life through 1,800 bespoke custom-made costumes that highlight the divine playfulness, courage, and philosophical depth of the characters.

Audiences will be captivated by Rajadhiraaj: Love Life Leela, an enchanting journey into Shri Krishna’s divine saga. With scenes showcasing Vrindavan’s charm and Mathura’s vibrancy, the Delhi edition offers a unique, immersive experience, making it unmissable.

Tickets are now exclusively available on BookMyShow.com

Rajadhiraaj: Enchanting Story Of Shri Krishna’s Love, Life, Leela To Continue Its Spectacular Run At Delhi’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium