India Launches $49 Million Chitrotpala Film City in Chhattisgarh

Key Highlights

• The project is receiving support under the Special Assistance Scheme from India’s Ministry of Tourism, signaling central government backing for the facility positioned as the country’s first fully-equipped international film city.
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• Streamer Takes Global Rights to Upcoming ‘Canelo’ Álvarez Doc Netflix Doc on Lucy Letby, British Nurse Found Guilty of Murdering Babies, to Premiere Next Month Industry interest is already materializing, with early discussions reportedly exploring the venue as a potential shooting location for upcoming tentpoles including “Golmaal 5” and “Gadaar 3,” alongside other titles in pre-production stages.
• Popular on Variety The development extends beyond soundstages, incorporating exhibition and convention infrastructure through partnerships with India Exposition Mart Limited and the Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts.
• IEML chair Rakesh Kumar and EPCH chair Neeraj Khanna are developing facilities including an exhibition center, convention hall, hotel, business showrooms and helipad, aimed at creating economic opportunities for local artisans and tribal communities.