Recently, the central government announced its decision to abolish the Film Certification Appellate Tribunal (FCAT). This abolition has raised much discussion and debate over its impact on the industry. Let’s look at the pros and cons of FCAT and how…
Some of the leading stars of regional cinema have found a new formula for success: shooting high-budget multi-lingual films, often with different actors for niche appeal. Previously, filmmakers would create a film in one regional language and dub it in…
Cinema is one of the most powerful vehicles for culture, education, propaganda, and lifestyle. Prime Minister Nehru had once stated that “The influence in India of films is greater than newspapers and books combined.” The unique experience of enjoying a…
Cinema or filmmaking is often called the highest form of art. Ever wondered why? Because as a medium, movies incorporate every form of art possible. Think about it. From writing, story, photography, drawing, painting, concept art, visual effects, acting, music,…
When finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the 2021-2022 budget on February 1 recently, it was met with great disappointment within the film industry. Considering the critical times the industry is facing, there was a high expectation from this year’s budget…
One of the biggest competition that cinemas business faces right now is the number of people subscribing to streaming services. With the pandemic and stay-at-home orders, this number has increased exponentially in the past year. In such a scenario, many…
Have you ever seen a short film? The answer is most likely no. While the majority of the world’s cinema-going public has perhaps never seen a short film, there is a growing audience for those who enjoy shorts. What’s amazing…
The media and entertainment industry is often considered a sunrise sector for the economy and has always contributed significantly. In 2019, the M&E industry outperformed expectations and was among the fastest growing sectors with a growth rate of 13%. As…
“Soft power” is a term coined by Joseph Nye of Harvard to describe the ability to attract and co-opt rather than coerce, use force or give money as a means of persuasion. A classic example of soft power is the…
Investing in films is gradually emerging as a sound investment vehicle for investors. And right now is one of the most opportune times to do so. The advantages of investing in cinema range far beyond box office sales. With DVD/Blu-Ray…
