<p>Srinagar: <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/kashmir">Kashmir</a> witnessed a significant occasion as the 'Film Conclave 2024' commenced on Thursday at the picturesque International Convention Centre on the banks of Dal Lake, here.</p><p>The event saw a gathering of celebrated Bollywood directors and filmmakers, including Madhur Bhandarkar, Rahhat Kazmi, Karan Johar, Parag Mehta, and Mir Sarwar, accompanied by renowned actors.</p>.Lok Sabha passes Jammu & Kashmir Budget 2024-25.<p>Addressing the conclave, Bhandarkar, a Padma Shri awardee, emphasized the significance of this initiative, highlighting its potential to attract more filmmakers to Kashmir.</p><p><br>“The single window initiative introduced by the J&K administration has made it easy to shoot here,” he noted. “The locations in Kashmir are breathtaking, and the Tourism department must explore the unexplored off-beat locations for film shooting.”</p><p>Jammu and Kashmir’s Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, also spoke at the event, elaborating on the administration's vision to transform the Union Territory into a global film destination. “We are working on a model to build better film-shooting infrastructure, inspired by European countries,” he said.</p><p>Reflecting on the rich cinematic heritage of the region, he added, "I remember Raj Kapoor's love for film shooting in Kashmir. It wasn’t just about shooting; there has been an organic relationship between film shooting and cinema in J&K. We are trying to revive the Bollywood of yesteryears."</p><p>The Lieutenant Governor highlighted the strides made in recent years to revive the cinema culture in the region. “We rolled out a film policy in 2021, but there were some gaps and loopholes. Today, we have launched the New Film Policy 2024, where all previous gaps have been filled," Sinha announced.</p><p>The conclave marks a significant step towards rejuvenating Jammu and Kashmir's film industry, promising a future where the region becomes a preferred destination for filmmakers worldwide.</p><p>The participants were treated to the inauguration of the J&K Film Screening series and the Frames of Transformation Photography Competition. These additions highlight the region’s commitment to nurturing local talent and showcasing its cinematic potential.</p>
<p>Srinagar: <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/kashmir">Kashmir</a> witnessed a significant occasion as the 'Film Conclave 2024' commenced on Thursday at the picturesque International Convention Centre on the banks of Dal Lake, here.</p><p>The event saw a gathering of celebrated Bollywood directors and filmmakers, including Madhur Bhandarkar, Rahhat Kazmi, Karan Johar, Parag Mehta, and Mir Sarwar, accompanied by renowned actors.</p>.Lok Sabha passes Jammu & Kashmir Budget 2024-25.<p>Addressing the conclave, Bhandarkar, a Padma Shri awardee, emphasized the significance of this initiative, highlighting its potential to attract more filmmakers to Kashmir.</p><p><br>“The single window initiative introduced by the J&K administration has made it easy to shoot here,” he noted. “The locations in Kashmir are breathtaking, and the Tourism department must explore the unexplored off-beat locations for film shooting.”</p><p>Jammu and Kashmir’s Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, also spoke at the event, elaborating on the administration's vision to transform the Union Territory into a global film destination. “We are working on a model to build better film-shooting infrastructure, inspired by European countries,” he said.</p><p>Reflecting on the rich cinematic heritage of the region, he added, "I remember Raj Kapoor's love for film shooting in Kashmir. It wasn’t just about shooting; there has been an organic relationship between film shooting and cinema in J&K. We are trying to revive the Bollywood of yesteryears."</p><p>The Lieutenant Governor highlighted the strides made in recent years to revive the cinema culture in the region. “We rolled out a film policy in 2021, but there were some gaps and loopholes. Today, we have launched the New Film Policy 2024, where all previous gaps have been filled," Sinha announced.</p><p>The conclave marks a significant step towards rejuvenating Jammu and Kashmir's film industry, promising a future where the region becomes a preferred destination for filmmakers worldwide.</p><p>The participants were treated to the inauguration of the J&K Film Screening series and the Frames of Transformation Photography Competition. These additions highlight the region’s commitment to nurturing local talent and showcasing its cinematic potential.</p>