Date Announced for Inauguration of Punjab’s First Modern Film City

As preparations for its launch have been completed, punjab's first modern film city will be inaugurated on December 15.

Key points

• The update came on Sunday during the first session of the Punjab Film Authority, chaired by Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb.
• Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has approved the drafting of Pakistan's first royalty law for artists.
• 589 million for the Film City Authority was sent to the finance committee for review.
• The film city was first confirmed by Maryam Nawaz in April as an integrated media production hub in Lahore.
• The authority additionally approved hiring 26 residents against 53 vacant posts in the first phase.

Meanwhile, the update came on Sunday during the first session of the Punjab Film Authority, chaired by Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb. The session approved a number of key decisions aimed at reviving the local film industry, promoting modern filmmaking, and restoring Lahore's position as the country's cinematic hub. First Royalty Law for Artists.

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has approved the drafting of Pakistan's first royalty law for artists. She directed that the proposed legislation be presented at the next session of the Film Authority.

Notably, the session additionally approved the setting up of a film and music school, a film trading house, a post-production facility, and a studio complex with modern soundstages. Pakistan's largest convention center will additionally be built in Punjab.

Meanwhile, the film city was first confirmed by Maryam Nawaz in April as an integrated media production hub in Lahore. Rebate Framework and Online Platform.

Marriyum Aurangzeb directed authorities to present a film rebate framework at next week's gathering. She remarked the rebate policy would provide financial backing to filmmakers and assist improve production quality.

In practice, a single-window online platform will additionally be rolled out to support filmmakers choose suitable shooting locations.

Notably, a proposed budget of Rs. 589 million for the Film City Authority was sent to the finance committee for review.

Meanwhile, the authority additionally approved hiring 26 residents against 53 vacant posts in the first phase. The board will hold hiring and firing powers within the Film City Authority.

Meanwhile, the session additionally reviewed progress on forming the Punjab Film Fund Committee and setting up six specialized sub-committees. Old Cinemas to Be Restored.

Meanwhile, the session approved aims to restore old cinema halls, equip them with solar power systems, and introduce online ticketing. Capacity-building training programs for young filmmakers, conducted by international experts, will additionally be rolled out.

Notably, the move follows the Punjab government's plan to launch a one dollar cinema project.

Marriyum Aurangzeb remarked Maryam Nawaz seeks to turn Punjab into an international hub for screen tourism within five years. She continued that the initiative would showcase the province's rich culture and heritage on the global stage. Stay Connected with ProPakistani. Obtain the latest news and stories wherever you prefer. Follow on Google Discover. Follow on Google News Join WhatsApp. See more ProPakistani stories in Google Search and Top Stories.

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