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Film Bodies Protest 570% BMC Tax Hike, Warn Industry Impact
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🗓 28 Sep 2026, 09:02 AM
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Mumbai’s Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation announced a 570% hike in film production taxes, prompting film industry bodies to oppose the move and warn of severe repercussions for the sector.
Mumbai’s Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced a 570% increase in taxes levied on film production activities within the city.
The announcement has drawn sharp criticism from several film industry bodies, who argue that the hike is disproportionate and will strain the already tight budgets of filmmakers.
Representatives of the film bodies have warned that the steep tax increase could deter production companies from shooting in Mumbai, potentially leading to a shift of projects to other states.
Industry experts suggest that the higher tax burden could reduce the number of films produced locally, affect employment in the sector, and ultimately impact the city’s reputation as a major film hub.
The announcement has drawn sharp criticism from several film industry bodies, who argue that the hike is disproportionate and will strain the already tight budgets of filmmakers.
Representatives of the film bodies have warned that the steep tax increase could deter production companies from shooting in Mumbai, potentially leading to a shift of projects to other states.
Industry experts suggest that the higher tax burden could reduce the number of films produced locally, affect employment in the sector, and ultimately impact the city’s reputation as a major film hub.