AAFT Hosts Engaging Mental Health Workshop By Aruna Babbar At Marwah Studios...

Noida, Film City: AAFT, in association with Marwah Studios, organised the first session of a Mental Health Workshop conducted by renowned counsellor and wellness expert Aruna Babbar. The workshop proved to be highly engaging, interactive, and insightful, with enthusiastic participation from students across various disciplines.

Addressing the gathering, Aruna Babbar emphasised the importance of mental health, emotional well-being, and self-care in today’s fast-paced world. Through interactive discussions, practical examples, and thought-provoking exercises, she encouraged students to openly share their experiences, manage stress effectively, and build emotional resilience.

“The enthusiasm and openness shown by the students made the session extremely meaningful. Mental well-being is the foundation of personal growth, academic success, and professional excellence. Creating awareness and encouraging conversations around mental health is the need of the hour,” said Aruna Babbar.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, Founder of AAFT and President of Marwah Studios, appreciated the initiative and reiterated the institution’s commitment to the holistic development of its students. “At AAFT, we believe that education is not confined to academic excellence alone. Emotional intelligence, mental wellness, and positive thinking are equally important in shaping responsible and successful professionals. We are delighted to host programmes that empower our students to lead balanced and fulfilling lives,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah.

The workshop concluded with an extensive question-and-answer session, during which students actively interacted with Aruna Babbar, sought guidance on various aspects of mental health, and discussed practical approaches to dealing with stress, anxiety, and emotional challenges. The lively exchange reflected the keen interest of students in understanding and prioritising their mental well-being.

As a mark of appreciation for her outstanding contribution towards promoting mental health awareness, Dr. Sandeep Marwah presented Life Membership of the International Film and Television Club of Marwah Studios to Aruna Babbar, welcoming her into the prestigious global fraternity of media, arts, and cultural ambassadors.

The session was widely appreciated by students and faculty alike and marked the beginning of a series of wellness initiatives aimed at fostering a healthy, positive, and supportive learning environment at AAFT.

 

AAFT Hosts Engaging Mental Health Workshop By Aruna Babbar At Marwah Studios

Kalyanji Jana’s 5th Bharat Gaurav Icon Award 2026 Held In Delhi...

Eminent Personalities Honoured on a Prestigious Platform

DPIAF Organiser Kalyanji Jana Earns Widespread Appreciation for His Social Initiative

DPIAF Bharat Gaurav Iconic Award 2026 — New Delhi

When dreams are backed by faith, intentions by courage, and actions by dedication, history is created. Delhi, the national capital, witnessed one such memorable and historic evening on 28 July, as the DPIAF Lifestyle Iconic Award, Bharat Gaurav Iconic Award and OTT Influencer & YouTuber Iconic Award 2026 were organised with grandeur and distinction.

The prestigious event was conceived to recognise and celebrate outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to art, culture, media, tourism and various other fields of society.

The ceremony brought together an impressive galaxy of distinguished personalities and achievers. Among the prominent dignitaries present were Prof. Jagdish Mukhi, former Governor of Assam; Shri Ramdas Athawale, Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha and Union Minister of State, Government of India; Shyam Jaju, senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader, former National Vice-President and National Advisor – DPIAF; and Praveen Jaiswal, Director of TV27 News.

The distinguished gathering also included Dr. Basant Goel; former RLD Member of Parliament Malook Nagar; former Uttarakhand Chief Minister Tirath Singh Rawat; Dr. S. T. Hasan, former Member of Parliament from Moradabad and former Mayor of Moradabad; along with several renowned personalities from different walks of life.

Among the celebrated names associated with the honours were Dr. Ibad Patel, former MP Shyam Singh Yadav, B. N. Tiwari, Ganpat Kothari, Anil Singh, Gautam Puri, Ashok Bali, Aarti Kumar, Mahendra Singh, Mohammed Irfan Ahmed, Shilpa Chauhan, R. K. Garg, Udit Arya, Neha V. Sharma, Priya Bhui, Saba Anjum Ansari, Dr. Ranbir Laishram Singh, Lord Das, N. K. Naresh, Priyanka Chanwaria, Deepak Singh, Arun Chhabra, Sanjay Gupta, Dr. Inderjeet Singh Gautam, Zamir Ahmed Ansari, Sujata Singh, Zara Khan, Abhishek Tyagi, Kishore Kumar and Dr. Krishna Srivastava.

The awards also celebrated emerging and established talent across entertainment, journalism, entrepreneurship, social work, fashion and digital media.

Aayat Shaikh was recognised as a Celebrity Anchor / Actor, while Piyush Kalita received the distinction of Best Upcoming Child Singer from Sadilapur, Guwahati, Assam.

Pooja Tomar, District General Secretary, BJYM BJP Delhi and social worker; Aditi Khatri, Founder of Party Connect Application; Panchhi Patel, Actress & Dancer; Deepak Singh, Filmmaker and Politician; Danish Tailors, Celebrity Costume Designer; Kamal Rohida, Businessman and Social Worker; and Jazz, Iconic Anchor, were among the personalities recognised for their achievements.

The honours further included Vipul Jain, International Awardee and Senior Journalist honoured by the President of India; Vivek Jain, Senior Journalist, Delhi NCR and social worker; Zamir Ahmed Ansari, Channel Head, Zed News 4 You; and Saba Anjum Ansari, Journalist, Pratyaksh Bharat Times.

Other distinguished awardees included Mr. Varun Arora, Social Worker and President, Funaba Delhi Association; Dr. Ranbir Laishram Singh, Founder/President, Funaba Martial Arts; Sandeep Dhar Dubey, Com.om Engineering, JD Buildcon; Sujata Singh, Entrepreneur and Founder of NGO Abhigupati Foundation; Zessica Harison, Iconic Actress & Model; Mr. Shaikh Kaleem, Founder of Majan Groups; and Dr. Rajkumar Kishor, Scientist & Entrepreneur and Orchid Breeder.

The event also celebrated talent from cinema, regional entertainment, hospitality and nightlife. Umar Ali, Actor & Director in the Mewati language and recipient of the Beat Actor Award (Mewat), was honoured alongside Rahul Gupta and Ajeet Sharma for Emerging Restaurateur & Nightlife Entrepreneurship, Manoj Pal as Best Accountant of the Year, Saanvi Maji as Expression Queen participant, Rudra Das as a Dance Participant recognised as “Dance Ke Baap,” .

A Note of Gratitude & The Next Grand Chapter

A very special and heartfelt thank you to Dugasta Properties Dubai, Arti Kumar, Goel Medicos, Lokshahi News Channel, 27News Channel, Zed News Channel, Gautam Puri, Anil Singh, Gaurav Anil Shah, Sanjay Gupta, N. K. Naresh, Priya Bhui, Siddhivinayak Trophy and Neha V. Sharma for their valuable support and contribution to this prestigious initiative.

The commendable initiative of Kalyanji Jana is receiving widespread appreciation across society for creating meaningful platforms that recognise excellence, celebrate talent and honour individuals making a difference in their respective fields.

NEXT — DPIAF BIGGEST AWARD SHOW

24th August 2026

Bangkok, Thailand

For participation and further details, please contact:

+91 91678 27020

KALYANJI JANA

FOUNDER, DPIAF

 

Kalyanji Jana’s 5th Bharat Gaurav Icon Award 2026 Held In Delhi

7th DPIAF Lifestyle Iconic Award & 3rd DPIAF OTT Influencer & Youtuber Iconic Award 2026 In Delhi...

Bharat Gaurav Iconic Award 2026 Held in Delhi, Eminent Personalities Honoured on a Prestigious Platform

DPIAF Organiser Kalyanji Jana Earns Widespread Appreciation for His Remarkable Initiative DPIAF Bharat Gaurav Iconic Award 2026 — New Delhi.

When dreams are powered by faith, intentions by courage and actions by dedication, history is created. The national capital, Delhi, witnessed one such memorable and historic evening on 28 July, when the DPIAF Lifestyle Iconic Award, Bharat Gaurav Iconic Award and OTT Influencer & YouTuber Iconic Award 2026 were presented with grandeur and distinction.

The prestigious ceremony was organised with the noble objective of recognising and honouring outstanding personalities who have made remarkable contributions to art, culture, media, tourism and various other fields. It brought together an impressive constellation of achievers, public figures, professionals, artists, journalists, entrepreneurs, social workers and emerging talents.

The distinguished gathering included Prof. Jagdish Mukhi, former Governor of Assam; Shri Ramdas Athawale, Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha and Union Minister of State, Government of India; Shyam Jaju, senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader, former National Vice-President and National Advisor – DPIAF; and Praveen Jaiswal, Director of TV27 News.

Also present among the distinguished personalities were Dr. Basant Goel; Malook Nagar, former Member of Parliament of the RLD; Tirath Singh Rawat, former Chief Minister of Uttarakhand; and Dr. S. T. Hasan, former Member of Parliament from Moradabad and former Mayor of Moradabad.

The prestigious platform also brought recognition to numerous celebrated personalities from different walks of life, including Dr. Ibad Patel, former MP Shyam Singh Yadav, B. N. Tiwari, Ganpat Kothari, Anil Singh, Gautam Puri, Ashok Bali, Arti Kumar, Mahendra Singh, Mohammed Irfan Ahmed, Shilpa Chauhan, R. K. Garg, Udit Arya, Neha V. Sharma, Priya Bhui, Saba Anjum Ansari, Dr. Ranbir Laishram Singh, Lord Das, N. K. Naresh, Priyanka Chanwaria, Deepak Singh, Arun Chhabra, Sanjay Gupta, Dr. Inderjeet Singh Gautam, Zamir Ahmed Ansari, Sujata Singh, Zara Khan, Abhishek Tyagi, Kishore Kumar and Dr. Krishna Srivastava.

The awards also celebrated excellence in entertainment, journalism, fashion, digital media, entrepreneurship and social service.

Aayat Shaikh was honoured as a Celebrity Anchor / Actor, while Piyush Kalita was recognised as Best Upcoming Child Singer, representing Sadilapur, Guwahati, Assam.

Pooja Tomar, District General Secretary, BJYM BJP Delhi and social worker; Aditi Khatri, Founder of Party Connect Application; Panchhi Patel, Actress & Dancer; Deepak Singh, Filmmaker and Politician; Danish Tailors, Celebrity Costume Designer; Kamal Rohida, Businessman and Social Worker; and Anchor Jazz, Iconic Anchor, were among the personalities celebrated for their achievements.

The honour roll further included Vipul Jain, International Awardee and Senior Journalist honoured by the President of India, Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh; Vivek Jain, Senior Journalist, Delhi NCR and social worker; Zamir Ahmed Ansari, Channel Head, Zed News 4 You; and Saba Anjum Ansari, Journalist, PBT (Pratyaksh Bharat Times).

Other notable awardees included Mr. Varun Arora, Social Worker and President, Funaba Delhi Association; Dr. Ranbir Laishram Singh, Founder/President, Funaba Martial Arts; Sandeep Dhar Dubey, Com.om Engineering, JD Buildcon; Sujata Singh, Entrepreneur and Founder of NGO Abhigupati Foundation; Zessica Harison, Iconic Actress & Model; Mr. Shaikh Kaleem, Founder of Majan Groups; and Dr. Rajkumar Kishor, Scientist, Entrepreneur and Orchid Breeder.

The ceremony also recognised achievements in regional cinema, hospitality and nightlife. Umar Ali, Actor & Director in the Mewati language and recipient of the Beat Actor Award (Mewat), was honoured for his contribution to regional entertainment.

Rahul Gupta and Ajeet Sharma received the Emerging Restaurateur & Nightlife Entrepreneur Award, while Manoj Pal was recognised as Best Accountant of the Year.

Young and emerging talent also found a special place on the prestigious platform. Saanvi Maji was recognised as an Expression Queen participant, while Rudra Das was honoured in the dance category as “Dance Ke Baap.” Another participant was recognised with the distinction of Dance Queen.

Several other distinguished personalities were also honoured for their exceptional achievements and meaningful contributions to society.

At the heart of this remarkable initiative is Kalyanji Jana, whose sustained efforts in the fields of art, culture and tourism have earned significant appreciation. Under his leadership, DPIAF has continued to create prestigious platforms in India and abroad, bringing together achievers and providing recognition to talent across diverse fields.

The international journey of DPIAF is now entering another exciting chapter. As part of this continuing mission, the Dadasaheb Phalke Icon Award and an initiative to encourage and honour social-media influencers are being organised internationally.

A special international award show is scheduled for 24 August 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand, promising another grand celebration of talent, achievement and excellence.

A HEARTFELT NOTE OF GRATITUDE

A very special and heartfelt thank you to Dugasta Properties Dubai, Arti Kumar, Goel Medicos, Lokshahi News Channel, 27News Channel, Zed News Channel, Gautam Puri, Anil Singh, Gaurav Anil Shah, Sanjay Gupta, N. K. Naresh, Priya Bhui, Siddhivinayak Trophy and Neha V. Sharma for their valuable support and contribution to this prestigious initiative.

The commendable work and visionary initiative of Kalyanji Jana are receiving widespread appreciation in society. His commitment to recognising achievers, promoting talent and building meaningful platforms for art, culture and social excellence continues to create a positive impact.

NEXT — DPIAF BIGGEST AWARD SHOW

24th AUGUST 2026

BANGKOK, THAILAND

Be a part of this prestigious international celebration!

Please Join:+91 91678 27020

KALYANJI JANA

FOUNDER, DPIAF

7th DPIAF Lifestyle Iconic Award & 3rd DPIAF OTT Influencer & Youtuber Iconic Award 2026 In Delhi

Rupesh Pandey – Bihar 2026 A Rising Force At The Intersection Of Business, Leadership & Public Service...

Rupesh Pandey has carved a distinctive identity for himself among India’s emerging young entrepreneurs and political personalities. With an estimated net worth of approximately US$480 million (₹4,000 crore), as cited in a 2026 economic report, he has established a notable presence in India’s evolving business landscape and is increasingly being recognised as a rapidly rising personality in both entrepreneurship and public life.

According to media reports, Pandey’s remarkable journey has been shaped by strategic investments, innovative business ventures and a strong commitment to social development. His growing influence and expanding profile have drawn attention from business circles, young professionals and political observers across the country.

More than financial success, however, it is the larger vision associated with Rupesh Pandey that distinguishes his public persona. Reports describe him as representing a new generation of Indian leadership—one that seeks to bring together the dynamism of entrepreneurship with the responsibilities of public service.

His vision is centred around key pillars of modern nation-building, including economic growth, youth empowerment, employment generation and development-oriented leadership. At a time when India’s young population is increasingly looking for opportunities, innovation and meaningful participation in the country’s growth story, such priorities have helped Pandey emerge as a notable name among the new generation of aspiring leaders.

Alongside expanding his business interests, Mr. Pandey is also developing a political identity focused on innovation, job creation and inclusive growth. His approach reflects an effort to connect economic opportunity with social progress and to create a broader platform through which young people can participate in India’s development journey.

For many young Indians, the appeal of Rupesh Pandey lies in the narrative of ambition and transformation that surrounds his journey. His story reflects the belief that entrepreneurship can extend beyond building businesses—it can also become a vehicle for creating employment, encouraging innovation, supporting communities and contributing to society.

As India continues to witness a powerful transformation driven by entrepreneurship, technology, youth participation and new models of leadership, personalities such as Rupesh Pandey are increasingly attracting attention.

His journey is still unfolding, but the combination of business ambition, public-service aspirations and a development-focused vision has already placed him among the personalities to watch in Bihar and beyond.

For the youth of India, his journey carries an inspiring message: dream boldly, build fearlessly and turn ambition into meaningful action.

 

Rupesh Pandey — Bihar 2026 A Rising Force At The Intersection Of Business, Leadership & Public Service

गोयल फिल्म्स प्रस्तुत भोजपुरी फिल्म ‘छठी माई के धोके चरनिया’ की शूटिंग कंप्लीट, पोस्ट-प्रोडक्शन शुरू...

भोजपुरी सिनेमा जगत में धार्मिक आस्था, पारिवारिक संवेदनाओं और सामाजिक ताने-बाने पर आधारित बहुप्रतीक्षित भोजपुरी फिल्म ‘छठी माई के धोके चरनिया’ की शूटिंग कंप्लीट हो गई है। बेहतरीन फिल्मों के निर्माण करने वाली प्रोडक्शन हाउस गोयल फिल्म्स के बैनर तले बन रही इस फिल्म की शूटिंग समाप्त होने के बाद पोस्ट-प्रोडक्शन कार्य तेजी से शुरू कर दिया गया है। मुख्य भूमिका में अपने शानदार अभिनय से करोड़ों लोगों का दिल जीतने वाली खूबसूरत अभिनेत्री संचिता बनर्जी और प्रतिभावान अभिनेता प्रत्युष मिश्रा मुख्य आकर्षण का केंद्र हैं। दोनों के बीच की ऑन-स्क्रीन केमिस्ट्री दर्शकों को बेहद पसंद आएगी। लेखक, निर्देशक और निर्माता राजू एस गोयल की यह फिल्म लोक आस्था के महापर्व छठ पूजा एवं छठी मईया की अपार महिमा और मानवीय भावनाओं के अद्भुत मेल पर आधारित है। फिल्म निर्माताओं का दावा है कि यह फिल्म केवल मनोरंजन का साधन नहीं होगी, बल्कि दर्शकों के दिलों को छूने वाला एक सांस्कृतिक व भक्तिमय अनुभव साबित होगी। फिल्म ‘छठी माई के धोके चरनिया’ की कहानी छठी मईया की कृपा, असीम श्रद्धा और जीवन के कठिन मोड़ों पर ईश्वर के प्रति अटूट विश्वास के इर्द-गिर्द घूमती है। फिल्म में यह दिखाने का प्रयास किया गया है कि कैसे  छठी मईया का आशीर्वाद जीवन को खुशियों से भर देता है।

गौरतलब है कि गोयल फिल्म्स बैनर के तले बन रही भोजपुरी फिल्म ‘छठी माई के धोके चरनिया’ के लेखक, निर्देशक व निर्माता राजू एस गोयल हैं। सह-निर्माता स्मिता पांडेय प्रोडक्शन हैं। को-प्रोड्यूसर करण आर गोयल, एग्जीक्यूटिव प्रोड्यूसर अनमोल गोयल, डीओपी मुंशी सक्सेना हैं। स्क्रीनप्ले व डायलॉग रमेश राज मौर्य ने लिखा है। संगीतकार अशोक सिन्हा, गोलू राजा, गीतकार अशोक सिन्हा, रमेश राज मौर्य, कोरियोग्राफर अर्जुन चौधरी हैं। प्रोडक्शन एग्जीक्यूटिव, नंदलाल लोधी, चीफ असिस्टेंट डायरेक्टर सुभाष कुमार, ड्रेस डिजाइनर दिया तिवारी, ड्रेसमैन जयराम, पब्लिसिटी डिजाईनर प्रशांत बेहरा और पीआरओ रामचन्द्र यादव हैं। मुख्य कलाकार संचिता बनर्जी, प्रत्युष मिश्रा, दीपक सिन्हा, अनीता राय, रागिनी यादव, पूनम वर्मा, जितेंद्र सिंह, राजू खान और अंजलि सिंह हैं।

इस फिल्म के निर्माताओं का कहना है कि ‘भोजपुरी भाषी क्षेत्रों में छठी माई का स्थान सबसे ऊपर है। यही वजह है कि फिल्म के हर एक दृश्य, गीत और संवाद में भोजपुरी माटी की सोंधी सुगंध और सांस्कृतिक मर्यादा का विशेष ध्यान रखा गया है। यह एक ऐसी संपूर्ण पारिवारिक फिल्म है जिसे हर वर्ग का दर्शक – दादा-दादी से लेकर बच्चे तक – एक साथ बैठकर देख सकेंगे।

गोयल फिल्म्स प्रस्तुत भोजपुरी फिल्म ‘छठी माई के धोके चरनिया’ की शूटिंग कंप्लीट, पोस्ट-प्रोडक्शन शुरू