Noida, India: A historic step towards fostering international cultural collaboration was taken with the launch of the Indo-Jamaica Film and Cultural Forum at Marwah Studios, Noida Film City. The forum was inaugurated by H.E. Jason Keats Hall, High Commissioner of Jamaica to India, during the 122nd AAFT Festival of Short Digital Films, an iconic platform for promoting creative arts and storytelling.

The Indo-Jamaica Film and Cultural Forum is envisioned as a platform to strengthen ties between the two nations through the mediums of film, art, and culture. Speaking at the event, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, founder of Noida Film City, Marwah Studios, and President of the International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI), stated, “The idea is to develop and promote relationships between the people of India and Jamaica through the universal language of art and culture.”

H.E. Jason Keats Hall, High Commissioner of Jamaica to India, highlighted the rich cultural heritage of his country, saying, “Jamaica has its unique charm of arts and culture. This collaboration will pave the way for mutual understanding and creative exchange between our two nations.”

The event was graced by several prominent personalities, including: Janice Darbari, Consul General of Montenegro to India, Navin K Jaggi, Senior Supreme Court Lawyer, Joyshree Arora, Celebrated Actress, Sujaya Krishnan, Former Joint Secretary, Government of India, Shahnaz Zusufzai, Former DDG, Doordarshan, Sanjay Khanduri, Award-Winning Director, Nishant Katyal, Renowned Brand Builder. Their presence added prestige to the occasion, reflecting the event’s significance in fostering cross-cultural relationships.

The Indo-Jamaica Film and Cultural Forum is poised to serve as a bridge between India and Jamaica, promoting collaborations in cinema, music, and other artistic endeavors, while encouraging people-to-people connections.