Delhi Rolls Out Red Carpet for Global Filmmakers with New Shooting Policy

"Delhi to Become a Global Film Hub": CM Rekha Gupta

Delhi is aiming for the international spotlight, with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta unveiling a comprehensive plan to transform the capital into a major global film destination. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the Celebrating India Film Festival (CIFF) at Siri Fort, the CM announced a new filming policy and a vision to position Delhi as a competitive alternative to Mumbai and other global filming hotspots.

At the heart of this policy will be a single-window clearance system to simplify shooting permissions, cutting bureaucratic red tape for film, TV and OTT productions. “We are deeply committed to transforming Delhi into a full-fledged film hub,” said Ms Gupta.

International Film Festival and Infrastructure Push

To boost global interest, the government will also co-organise an International Film Festival in Delhi, with a dedicated budget of ₹30 crore. The festival will serve as a platform to showcase Delhi’s rich culture, heritage, and cinematic potential to a global audience of filmmakers, producers, and distributors.

Ms Gupta noted that despite being home to the National School of Drama (NSD), Delhi has lacked a serious push to retain its own artistic talent. “Why should aspiring actors train in Delhi only to move to Mumbai for work?” she asked.

Her government’s goal is to develop end-to-end film infrastructure—from pre-production to post-production—so that local talent no longer needs to migrate in search of opportunities. Plans include shooting spaces, sound stages, and modern post-production facilities, ensuring that the capital can support large-scale productions.

This policy marks a turning point in Delhi’s cultural and cinematic evolution, positioning it as a promising player on the global film map.