Uttar Pradesh becomes India's most film-friendly state

Uttar Pradesh is becoming a popular place for film shoots, thanks to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. His support for the film industry has made the state a top destination for filmmakers. In 2018, during a film shoot in Kyrgyzstan for 'Torbaaz,' a conversation between actors Sanjay Dutt and a filmmaker turned to Yogi Adityanath. The filmmaker recalled how Adityanath, who had recently become the CM, was perceived as a charismatic leader. This led to a visit to Lucknow, where Adityanath promised to support film projects in the state. Filmmakers appreciate the CM’s openness. They have brought key figures from the film industry to meet him. During these meetings, Adityanath discussed various issues and agreed to support not just traditional films, but also OTT platforms and web shows. The filmmaker, who has had multiple meetings with Adityanath, praised his warm and helpful nature. He noted that the CM’s calm and thoughtful personality makes him stand out among politicians. His commitment to promoting Uttar Pradesh as a film-friendly state is seen as a significant achievement. With its favorable film policy, many now consider Uttar Pradesh one of the best places for shooting movies, not just in India but globally. The narrative points to a transformation in the state's reputation since Yogi Adityanath took office.