Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar held a meeting with the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Pushkar Singh Dhami, at the latter's official residence. During this discussion, they talked about the state's film policy and its potential for attracting more film productions.
Dhami spoke about Uttarakhand's efforts to establish itself as a preferred location for filmmakers, citing the state's natural beauty, cultural heritage, and investor-friendly policies. He also noted that the government intends to stimulate film production and create jobs for local youth.
According to the state government, the discussion focused on the new film policy, shooting opportunities in Uttarakhand, and ways to transform the state into one of the country's leading film industry hubs.
This meeting took place against the backdrop of Akshay Kumar shooting in his upcoming comedy film in Uttarakhand. The actor was recently seen with Rashii Khanna in Mussoorie and Landour, where they are reportedly filming a song for a project directed by Aneesh Bazmi.
Photographs published by the Uttarakhand Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) captured Akshay walking through the market with Rashii. In another picture, the actor was spotted on a motorcycle on a bridge. This upcoming film will be Akshay and Rashii's first on-screen collaboration. More detailed information about the project has not been officially released.
Under the Uttarakhand Film Policy 2024, the state government is working to create conditions conducive to the development of film production. Steps are currently being taken to simplify and expedite the process of obtaining shooting permits through a single-window system. According to the procedure, shooting permits are processed within seven days, which facilitates coordination with various government departments, as reported by the Uttarakhand DIPR.
Previously, Akshay Kumar participated in the film 'Haivaan' under Priyadarshan, which also starred Saif Ali Khan. However, this film did not achieve box office success.