UP: Upcoming Film Institute to offer training in acting, script writing
Lucknow, May 28 (UNI) The upcoming International Film City near the Yamuna Expressway will offer professional training across a wide range of disciplines such as acting, script writing, editing, VFX, camera operation, lighting, fashion, media and mass communication, official sources said here on Wednesday.
Sources said that after completing their training, students will be provided employment opportunities within the Film City itself, thereby fostering local job creation and strengthening the region's creative economy.
Sources said that the International Film City is being developed in Sector 21 under the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA). "In its first phase, the project will cover 230 acres and involve an investment of Rs 1,510 crore. The construction of the Film City will be carried out by Bayview Bhutani Film City Private Limited, a consortium led by renowned Bollywood filmmaker Boney Kapoor and the Bhutani Group. The first phase of construction, including multiple studios and the film institute, is expected to be completed within the next three years," they said.
The company's General Manager, Rajeev Arora, said that this Film Institute will be one of its kind. "In the first phase, it will be built over an area of 3 lakh square feet. The institute will have modern classrooms, studios, editing suites and a VR lab equipped with the latest technologies. Students will get hands-on experience working on real film projects and will also have access to the latest film-making technologies," he said.
He said that local youth will be given priority in both training and employment. "Special preference will be given to the youth from the Yamuna Expressway region and nearby areas, while young people from other parts of Uttar Pradesh will also benefit," he said.
Arora said that training local youth and offering them jobs will be more cost-effective than hiring staff from Mumbai. "This will help create jobs within the film city in areas like studios, production and more," he said.
The institute will offer courses in acting, story writing, script writing, editing, camera operation, lighting, spot boy duties, VFX, fashion and mass communication. Besides, it will provide training and facilities related to film music.
There will be workshops, internships and guest lectures in partnership with production houses, allowing students to learn directly from industry experts. The Film City will also host movie premieres, so that production houses don't have to travel to other cities to launch their films.
A comprehensive resource centre will be set up with films, scripts and academic materials, which will serve as a valuable asset for both students and filmmakers. The institute will also organise film festivals, exhibitions and competitions, giving students opportunities to showcase their talent.
These events will not only enhance creativity but also help students build industry connections and gain exposure. The campus will also include facilities like hostels, a cafeteria, a health centre and recreational areas for students.
These amenities will provide a comfortable and inspiring environment where students can focus on learning and developing their creativity. The institute will not only become a hub for training and employment for young people, but it will also help establish UP as a major centre for the film and entertainment industry.
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