Overview

• UK officials said the projects are expected to generate more than 3,000 jobs and deliver millions of pounds in local economic activity.
• Yash Raj Films confirmed it has inked the agreement, marking a return to UK shoots after eight years.
• The pledge was made at YRF’s Mumbai studio during a tour by Starmer and a delegation including the British Film Institute, the British Film Commission, Pinewood Studios, Elstree Studios and Civic Studios.
• A planned memorandum of understanding between the British Film Institute and India’s National Film Development Commission aims to revive co‑productions and expand resource and talent sharing.
• YRF’s CEO highlighted longstanding ties to Britain, noting the 30th anniversary of Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and an English stage adaptation, as broader UK industry figures underscore a sector worth about £12 billion and 90,000 jobs.