Noida: Ms. Gaudi Patricia, Minister Counsellor, Embassy of Costa Rica, was presented with the Festival Memento by Dr. Sandeep Marwah during the 19th Global Film Festival Noida 2026 at Marwah Studios, Film City, Noida. The presentation recognised her participation and celebrated the spirit of friendship and cultural cooperation between India and Costa Rica.
The occasion highlighted the Indo Costa Rica Film and Cultural Forum as a platform for strengthening connections through cinema, art and cultural exchange. Its launch during the festival marked an encouraging step towards bringing the creative communities of both countries closer together.
“We are delighted to welcome Ms. Gaudi Patricia and present her with the Festival Memento. Cinema and the arts create meaningful connections between nations by helping people understand one another’s stories and traditions. Through the Indo Costa Rica Film and Cultural Forum, we look forward to encouraging creative interaction and strengthening the friendship between our countries,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah in proposed remarks.
The festival provided an opportunity for diplomatic representatives, filmmakers, educators and students to engage with diverse cultures and explore the role of cinema in international understanding.
“I sincerely thank Dr. Sandeep Marwah and the organising team for this warm welcome and recognition. It is a pleasure to participate in a festival that celebrates creativity and cultural dialogue. The Indo Costa Rica Film and Cultural Forum offers a promising avenue for sharing our cultural richness and developing closer connections between the people of Costa Rica and India,” said Ms. Gaudi Patricia in proposed remarks.
The felicitation reaffirmed the festival’s commitment to building international friendships through creative exchange, guided by the message of “Love, Peace and Unity Through Art and Culture.”
