Beyond the frame: Creating a cinematic hub through a dynamic film city

The report presents a broad strategy for establishing a cinematic hub in India, centered around the development of a dynamic film city. This initiative seeks to capitalize on India’s rich cinematic heritage and vast potential by creating an integrated ecosystem that supports all facets of film production. The document outlines key components such as state-of-the-art infrastructure, financial incentives, policy initiatives, skill development programs and international collaborations. It emphasizes the importance of technological innovation in building a globally competitive film city that attracts talent and investments from across the globe. Additionally, it explores the socio-economic benefits of such an initiative and presents benchmarking of top global and Indian production houses and film schools. By advocating for a collaborative approach among government, industry stakeholders, and the creative community, the document envisions the film city as a catalyst for transforming India into a global filmmaking destination, thereby enhancing its cultural and economic footprint on the world stage.