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Hindustan Times
11 hours ago
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- Hindustan Times
Anupamaa set in Mumbai destroyed by massive fire, AICWA calls for FIR against production house and TV channel
A massive fire broke out on the set of Rupali Ganguly-starrer show Anupamaa on Monday around 5 AM. Visuals of the fire were shared by news agency PTI on their X (Formerly Twitter) account. The fire broke out before the shoot was scheduled to begin at around 7 AM. The fire emerged around 5 AM on the sets of Anupamaa. The fire completely destroyed the TV show's set, which was doused after a few hours. Civic officials have reported that no one was injured in the fire. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's fire brigade was informed about the fire at around 6 AM. The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained. Following the incident, the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) released a statement condemning the 'ongoing negligence' and stated that 'this issue will not be buried or ignored any longer.' AICWA demanded the immediate suspension of the Managing Director of Film City. AICWA demands strict action In a separate post on X, the AICWA stated, 'Suresh Shyamlal Gupta, President of the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA), has issued a strong statement calling upon the Honourable Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Devendra Fadnavis, to order a high-level judicial inquiry into this fire incident. Mr. Gupta has further demanded the immediate suspension of the Managing Director of Film City and the Labour Commissioner of Mumbai, holding them accountable for their failure to enforce safety regulations. AICWA alleges that due to their collusion and willful negligence, producers are not compelled to adhere to mandatory fire safety protocols, putting thousands of workers' lives in grave danger.' AICWE also demanded a call for criminal FIR on the makers of the show. The post further read, 'AICWA has also called for a criminal FIR to be filed against the producers, the production house, the television channel, as well as the Film City Managing Director and Labour Commissioner. Furthermore, AICWA demands that the investigation must also explore whether the fire was deliberately set by the producers or the channel in order to illegitimately claim insurance — a horrifying possibility that would mean risking lives for financial gain.' The AICWE also demanded that any production house or channel who were found to be violating fire safety norms should be blacklisted with immediate effect.
NDTV
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Anupamaa Set Catches Fire In Mumbai, AICWA Seeks Action Against Makers
New Delhi: A massive fire broke out on the sets of the popular TV show Anupamaa at Film City in Mumbai's Goregaon on Monday (June 23). The fire broke out around 5 am in the morning and completely destroyed the set, just two hours before the day's shoot was scheduled to begin, according to reports. Several employees and crew members were on the scene, getting ready for the shoot when the incident happened. No deaths or casualties have been reported as yet. While the cause of the fire is still unknown, BMC's Mumbai Fire Brigade said the fire started in a tent structure. At 6:26 am, the fire was declared a Level-I emergency. VIDEO | Mumbai: Fire breaks out on the set of TV show 'Anupamaa' at Film City, Goregaon. Further details awaited. (Source: Third Party) (Full video available on PTI Videos - — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) June 23, 2025 Following the incident, the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) released a statement, criticising the makers for negligence and called for a thorough, high-level investigation to determine the cause of the fire. The association also advocated for the compulsory implementation of robust fire safety protocols at all filming locations. In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), AICWA President Suresh Shyamlal Gupta demanded the immediate suspension of the Managing Director of Film City and the Labour Commissioner of Mumbai. "AICWA alleges that due to their collusion and wilful negligence, producers are not compelled to adhere to mandatory fire safety protocols, putting thousands of workers' lives in grave danger," the post read. "AICWA has also called for a criminal FIR to be filed against the producers, the production house, the television channel, as well as the Film City Managing Director and Labour Commissioner. Furthermore, AICWA demands that the investigation must also explore whether the fire was deliberately set by the producers or the channel in order to illegitimately claim insurance — a horrifying possibility that would mean risking lives for financial gain," it added. Massive Fire Breaks Out on the Set of 'Anupamaa' in Mumbai's Film City – AICWA Demands High-Level Investigation and Accountability Mumbai, 23rd June 2025 – A major fire broke out early this morning at 5:00 AM on the set of the popular television serial Anupamaa in Film City,… — All Indian Cine Workers Association (@AICWAOfficial) June 23, 2025 Closing the statement, Suresh Shyamlal Gupta urged Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to immediately order a thorough fire safety assessment of all movie sets and studios in the state. The AICWA president added that any TV channel, production company, or producer discovered to be violating fire safety regulations needs to be immediately banned.
Hindustan Times
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
AICWA, FWICE urge film industry to boycott Turkey, Azerbaijan over its pro-Pakistan stance; filmmakers weigh in
Indian film bodies have urged the industry to stop shoots in Turkey and Azerbaijan after both countries expressed solidarity with Pakistan during the recent Indo-Pak tensions. The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) and the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) have also issued press releases asking to boycott shooting in Turkey and also its artistes from working in India. The FWICE has further gone ahead and sent letters to the I&B Ministry and OTT giants in India, demanding the removal of Turkish shows. Several Indian films like Guru (2007), Race 2 (2013), Dil Dhadakne Do (2015), Tiger Zinda Hai (2017) were shot in Turkey, giving the country a boost in economy and tourism. A source reveals, 'When an Indian film is shot in Turkey, even a schedule of 2-4 days costs somewhere around ₹5 crore to ₹6 crore. With big stars and huge production houses, the cost can go up to ₹30 crore to ₹40 crore. The cost largely depends on the location they choose but this is a blanket amount.' Speaking about the call for a boycott, Suresh Shyamlal Gupta, President , AICWA tells us, "AICWA has only one demand that Indian films should not be shot in Turkey or Azerbaijaan. Secondly, anyone from Turkey or Azerbaijaan who is working in India, we should ban them and their visas should be cancelled. We will also write to India's Foreign Ministry regarding this matter.' BN Tiwari, President, FWICE, says, 'Our first principle is nation first. You are giving weapons which are harming people who are innocent. We cannot tolerate all this. Humne jo letter likha hai wo puri film industry ko bheja hai and our plan is to write a letter to the government too that Turkish artistes jo yaha kaam karte hai unko turant bhagaya jaaye yaha se. If someone (from within the industry) supports them, we will boycott them and issue a non cooperation notice.' Meanwhile, filmmakers too weighed in on the call for a ban. Director Anil Sharma, known for his blockbuster film Gadar, says that no amount of creative satisfaction is bigger than love for the country. "Yeh appeal nahi bhi ho toh bhi filmmakers ki responsibility hai to stand for India. Jo bharat ke saath hai, hum uske saath hai. Main ek script likh raha tha (son) Utkarsh ke saath and usme Turkey was a location but after this incident we decided we won't go. It is a very beautiful country and as a filmmaker it is worth shooting there but no creative satisfaction is bigger than India's interest and the love for our country.' Producer Tanuj Garg adds, 'As Indian filmmakers, we are mindful not just of the creative and logistical aspects of shooting abroad, but also the larger sentiment at home. While countries like Turkey and Azerbaijan have much to offer, we believe that it's important to align our choices with the mood and sensitivities of our audience and nation. Until there's a more positive shift in sentiment and bilateral warmth, we will be cautious about pursuing shoots in these regions.' The Kashmir Files director Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri too agrees with this decision as he says, 'I think it is a just decision and this is how everybody should behave in war. In modern times, war is not when the armies are marching inside each other's borders. War is also at various levels like info war, cyber war, narrative war. So, in that case obviously if we are calling Pakistan an enemy country, so anybody who is supporting them in traditional terms of combat, they are termed as enemy countries.' Vivek adds, 'I don't see why we should shoot in countries which are not even relevant. We are not going to lose anything. I think its the right decision. This (boycott) should be done by lots of voluntary organisations, travel agencies, and the people of India. Stand up for India, stand united. Wars are not won at only borders today, wars are won at the narrative playing field." Filmmaker Onir says he has a 'mixed point of view' and wonders why is there's a call for boycotting just Turkey and Azerbaijaan and not China? 'I have mixed response because in any conflict there will be different sides. China has also been supplying arms. How come we are not banning everything with China? If you see Pakistani weaponry, doesn't the ban have to be uniform because it's from China and the US.' He adds, 'At the same time I was extremely hurt as an Indian citizen that at the time of the war, Turkey was supplying arms to Pakistan. In this war, without any camouflage, China has been supporting Pakistan. So why only Turkey and Azerbaijaan are being banned? As a filmmaker or tourist I would not be comfortable going to a country that supports Pakistan directly during the time of conflict.'
News18
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
AICWA Urges Film Fraternity To Avoid Border Shoots Amid India-Pak Tensions
Last Updated: AICWA advised Indian film producers to avoid shooting near the India-Pakistan border in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, and Jammu & Kashmir due to security risks. The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has released a formal advisory directed at Indian film producers and production companies, recommending that they refrain from conducting shoots in regions located near the India-Pakistan border. The guidance highlights high-risk zones in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, and Jammu & Kashmir, citing growing security challenges in these areas. In its statement, AICWA underscored the importance of prioritising national security and the well-being of on-ground film units over commercial considerations. The association has warned that operating near conflict-sensitive areas could not only endanger lives but also interfere with defense efforts by the Indian Armed Forces. Reaffirming this perspective, AICWA President Suresh Shyamlal Gupta stated, 'Our film industry's creativity should never overshadow the importance of national security. At a time when our brave soldiers stand vigilant at the frontlines, we must ensure that our actions reflect respect and caution." The advisory also calls for film units to remain vigilant and closely follow all relevant updates and instructions from government bodies and local administration. AICWA has cautioned against placing artists, technicians, and crew members in vulnerable situations that could escalate due to the current geopolitical climate. Further, the organisation expressed its deep respect and support for the Indian Armed Forces, acknowledging their continued service and sacrifice. AICWA has urged the entertainment industry to stand united and act with a heightened sense of responsibility during this period of national sensitivity. First Published:
