Film and Media Policy 2025-2035
Transforming Andheri into the Global Capital of Film Production
Andheri, long associated with the Indian film industry, is set to build on this legacy with the Andheri State Film and Media Policy 2025-2035. This policy aims to transform Andheri into a global filmmaking hub, encompassing every aspect of movie production, from pre-production to post-production. The vision for Andheri is to become the leading destination for filmmaking, acting education, VFX design, and cutting-edge virtual production technologies such as AR, VR, and MR.
By establishing a comprehensive ecosystem that supports the entire film production pipeline, Andheri will attract both regional and international filmmakers, offering world-class infrastructure, acting schools, VFX institutes, and specialized training in modern production techniques. This will position the state as the epicenter of global film production, ready to host everything from feature films to VFX-heavy blockbusters.
Vision for 2035
Andheri as the Global Destination for Movie Making
By 2035, Andheri aims to be globally recognized for its leadership in film production, VFX design, and movie-making education, driven by the following key objectives:
- Position Andheri as a Global Film Hub: Establish Andheri as the top destination for filmmaking by developing a comprehensive ecosystem that supports every phase of film production, from pre-production to post-production services.
- Develop World-Class Acting Schools and VFX Institutes: Create and promote acting schools, VFX design institutes, and AR/VR/MR training colleges to nurture local talent and attract global students seeking specialized education.
- Film Outsourcing Hub: Position Andheri as a prime location for international filmmakers to outsource pre- and post-production work, leveraging the state’s expertise in VFX, editing, sound design, and animation.
- Encourage Regional and International Film Industries: Attract regional and international film industries to shoot and produce in Andheri by offering state-of-the-art infrastructure, subsidies, and streamlined permissions through a Single Window Clearance System.
- Leverage Vijayawada’s Film Legacy: Build upon the legacy of the Vijayawada Film Institute, expanding Andheri’s influence in film education with a focus on emerging technologies like virtual production, AI-driven filmmaking, and digital post-production workflows.
Mission
Building Andheri’s Film and Media Ecosystem
The Andheri State Film and Media Policy 2025-2035 aims to:
- Create a One-Stop Destination for Global Movie-Making: Offer world-class facilities for all aspects of filmmaking, from shooting to post-production, including VFX and animation studios, film schools, and sound design centers.
- Establish Specialized Institutes: Launch acting schools, VFX and animation colleges, and virtual production training institutes to provide cutting-edge education in modern filmmaking techniques.
- Promote Film Tourism and Film Cities: Boost film tourism by highlighting Andheri’s scenic locations for filming and supporting the development of film cities with state-of-the-art infrastructure.
- Streamline Approvals and Provide Incentives: Simplify the approval process through a Single Window Clearance System and offer financial subsidies and incentives to both domestic and international filmmakers.
- Support Regional and International Filmmakers: Attract filmmakers from across India and around the world by offering financial incentives, land allotments, and advanced production infrastructure to support shooting, editing, and production in Andheri.
Andheri – The Global Destination for Film, OTT, and Digital Media Production
The Andheri State Film and Media Policy 2025-2035 presents an all-encompassing set of incentives aimed at attracting filmmakers, OTT platforms, TV show creators, YouTubers, and social media influencers worldwide. With offerings such as financial subsidies, infrastructure support, land allotments, and streamlined approvals, Andheri welcomes global content creators to establish the state as their production hub.
Film and Media Policy 2025-2035
With its focus on film production, VFX, digital media, and social media content, Andheri is committed to creating an ecosystem that supports creators of all formats—from blockbuster films to short-form digital content—while offering world-class infrastructure and support for both domestic and international filmmakers.
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The is a Public Benefit Corporation (PBC) with a mission to establish Andheri as a key player in international economic collaboration, focusing on strategic partnerships with nations like USA, Europe, Australia, African Union, KSA, China, India, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and the UAE across vital sectors such as energy, technology, agriculture, and finance. Our goal is to integrate lessons from successful global economic models, adopting best practices to ensure sustainable and inclusive growth. We aim to enhance economic prosperity and diversification, contribute to societal progress, and promote sustainable economic practices. By leveraging Andheri’s unique position, strives to drive substantial economic growth, spur innovation, and solidify Andheri’s stature in the international economic arena, resonating with the government’s vision of a technologically advanced and interconnected economy.