A delegation of actors, directors and executives from the Indian film industry recently met Indian PM Narendra Modi to discuss matters pertinent to the film and entertainment sector. The delegation included participants like Akshay Kumar and Karan Johar. Later, Narendra Modi shared a picture of the meeting on his Twitter handle and said that it […]
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South Indian film-makers aim big (Hollywood style) productions, Bollywood happy with content-driven films
Baahubali’s smashing global success has inspired producers and filmmakers in India to think big (its the South Indian filmmakers who have actually become more ambitious, whereas Bollywood seems to be unsure how to make something really big). Filmmakers now know that regional movies can break language and cultural barriers to become a ‘national’ film. They […]
These Hollywood Movies Were Filmed In India
Take a look at these Hollywood Movies that were actually shot In India, includes some blockbuster movies. Although Bollywood is growing by the day and the popularity of our stars such as Shahrukh is increasing across continents, India is still in awe of Hollywood (actually it applies to other countries as well). Its indeed a […]
Foreign Tourism Boards offer sops, subsidies & discounts, Bollywood is more than happy to cash in
Foreign Tourism Boards are raining sops on Indian filmmakers; cash rebate for filming in Netherlands; tax rebate on production costs in Portugal, free hotel stays in other countries, and more. Bollywood fans love to see exotic locations on screen, where their favorite stars romance against some stunning backdrops. Filmmakers have already figured that out, and […]
Bollywood vs Hollywood: Indian Celebrities Share Their Thoughts
There are several big stars from Bollywood who’ve had the opportunity to work in Hollywood films in recent years. Irrfan Khan probably is the only star who started getting more Bollywood films after his success in Hollywood. For most other stars, its been the other way round. Amitabh Bachchan, perhaps the biggest star that Bollywood […]
Bollywood Goes for Expensive Destinations In Search of Virgin Locations
Bollywood is going through an exciting phase where different kinds of movies are getting made. And for the right kind of movies, budget is not a constraint if it adds to the overall character of the film. Besides, filmmakers are also quite keen to present virgin locations to the audience. The fact that countries are […]
Bollywood Movies: Perception of Global Audience in International Markets
There’s no doubt that the world is taking notice of the Indian film industry today, but that is because Bollywood has bigger budgets now, are shooting films in exotic foreign locations, and is trying hard to expand in foreign markets. But what’s the perception of Bollywood Movies in International Markets? What Are The Bollywood Movies […]
Film Tourism: Destinations Compete for Attention of Travellers Even In Cinema
Destinations compete for attention of Travelers everywhere: billboards, newspaper supplements, online advertisements – and even in cinema. In fact, cinema is the best way to showcase any country’s locations, and if the movie goes on to become a massive hit, you can expect tourists to flow in for several years to come. And this is […]
Bollywood Beckons Hollywood & Foreign Technicians, Many Have Already Made Their Mark
With around thousand movies released annually in India, which is roughly twice of what Hollywood produces, more and more Hollywood & foreign technicians are finding their way to Indian shores. And many foreign technicians slowly, but surely, making their mark in Bollywood. Indian Cinema Attracts More Foreign Crew As with most markets in India, even […]
Countries With Booming Film / Movie Industries
Everybody knows about Hollywood; outside the US, people love to watch the blockbuster, big-budget spectacle films with impressive and exciting plots. With deep pockets and marketing expertise, Hollywood movies do quite well in many foreign countries that have a strong local film industry. Now some of you may be familiar with films from Japan, France, […]
