The Goa International Film Festival's Film Bazaar had organised a panel discussion on ‘Contribution of MFSCDCL ( Filmcity) in spreading Film Culture and development of Film industry in Maharashtra

Mr. Vikas Kharge, Principal Secretary to Cultural Department of the state, Mr. Mahesh Manjrekar, renowned Director, Mr. Abhijeet Satam, renowned Actor- Director and Mr. Ashok Rane, senior cinema researcher participated in this panel discussion. Mr. Santosh Pathare was the host of the discussion.

Mr. Vikas Kharge, the Principal Secretary of Cultural Department of Government of Maharashtra visited the film office of Maharashtra Film, Stage and Cultural Development Corporation in the film bazar of Goa International Film Festival. Mr. Sanjay Krushnaji Patil, Joint Managing Director of the Corporation welcomed him in the office.

Three Marathi films have been selected by the Government of Maharashtra for Film Bazaar of IFFI, Goa

Shri. Sudhir Mungantiwar declared that Three films have been selected by the Government of Maharashtra for Film Bazaar of IFFI, Goa.

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Distribution of financial subsidy to quality 89 Marathi films

89 films eligible were provided subsidy of 29 crores 85 lakh rupees by Maharashtra Cultural Minister Mr. Sudhir Mungantiwar. The ceremony took place at Ravindra Natya Mandir, Prabhadevi on Friday. Chief Secretary of Cultural Affairs Mr Vikas Kharge and Managing Director of film city Dr Avinash Dhakne were also present at the ceremony.

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Indian ambassadors from Asian countries visited Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari on 18th Oct 2023

Indian ambassadors from Asian countries visited Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari on 18th Oct 2023. On this occasion the Managing Director of Chitranagari Dr. On behalf of Avinash Dhakne, Joint Managing Director Shri. Sanjay Krishnaji Patil welcomed the dignitaries.

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State Cultural Policy Review Committee Meeting 

A review meeting of the State Cultural Policy was concluded today at Tip-Top Plaza in Thane under the chairmanship of Mr. Vinay Sahastrabuddhe, On this occasion, Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari Co-Managing Director Shri. Sanjay Krishnaji Patil was present.

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The 46th anniversary of Maharashtra Film, stage and Cultural Development Corporation was celebrated with  enthusiasm

On 26th Sept 2023, the 46th anniversary of Maharashtra Film, stage and Cultural Development Corporation was celebrated with great enthusiasm. On this occasion, Joint Managing Director Mr. Sanjay Krishnaji Patil saluted the statue of Dadasaheb Phalke in the premises of the Corporation by offering flowers. The anniversary was celebrated happily by cutting the cake by Chief Administrative Officer Shri. Gita Deshpande. Officers and employees of the corporation were present on this occasion.

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Muktisangram : Story of Marathwada struggle - Launched by CM Shri. Eknath Shinde

Muktisangram : Story of Marathwada struggle - Launched by Chief Minister Shri. Eknath Shinde and Program Organized by MFSCDC

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Celebrating 76th Independence Day of India with enthusiasm in filmcity

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Panchapran Shatta

Dadasaheb Phalke completed "Panchapran Shatta" activity in Chitranagari

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1 crore 34 lakhs dividend of the corporation for the year 2021-22 handed over to the government

Chief Minister of the State Shri. Cultural Minister Mr. Sudhir Mungantiwar handed over the dividend cheque to Eknath Shinde.

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A documentary was shown on freedom fighter Savarkar

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Three motorbikes in convoy of security department to patrol Chitranagari area

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Western Australian Legislative Assembly Speaker Michelle Roberts visited filmcity

Western Australian Legislative Assembly Speaker Michelle Roberts visited Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari on 4th June 2023

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Dadasaheb Phalke will accelerate the development of Chitranagari

Received funds of one hundred crores from the government for infrastructural facilities and development works

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Guidelines for Cleanliness

Dadasaheb Phalke announced 'Guidelines for Cleanliness' to keep Chitranagari clean and beautiful. Fine of Rs. 5000 if not followed the rule. 

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Filmcity stall at Cannes International Film Festival 2023

Attractive stall of Maharashtra Film, stage and Cultural Development Corporation at Cannes International Film Festival 2023

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Chitramaharshi Dadasaheb Phalke's birth anniversary was celebrated with enthusiasm

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Ambassador of Myanmar Mr. MOE KYAW AUNG visited to filmcity on 29th April 2023

Ambassador of Myanmar came to India. Mr. MOE KYAW AUNG visited Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari of Maharashtra Film, Stage and Cultural Development Corporation on 29th April 2023. On this occasion, Rajeev Rathod, Financial Advisor and Chief Accounts Finance Officer welcomed him on behalf of Managing Director of the corporation Dr. Avinash Dhakne.

At this time Mrs. Nilar Aung, MAY ZAW MAUNG, ALIEN MAR, Prof. Jayaraman Ranganathan, Mrs. Anuradha Ranganathan, Ms. R. Tejaswini, Mr. Krishna Pimple , Ms. Manisha Kelkar and other dignitaries were present.

At this time, he learned about the corporation. After that they visited various filming sets going on in Chitranagari’s area, and also saw the ongoing exterior filming. They even visited 'Bollywood Park' in the Chitranagari’s area.He expressed his satisfaction after seeing the Chitranagari’s area and the shooting location here. Chief Administrative Officer Vijay Bhalerao, Chief Security Officer Sunil Ghosalkar provided special support to facilitate the visit of the delegation.

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Three films have been selected for the market section of the Cannes Film Festival

Three films have been selected for the market section of the Cannes Film Festival: 'Territory', 'Ya Goshtila naav nahi ' and 'Madar' * - Cultural Affairs Minister Sudhir Mungantiwar- 

Mumbai, Dt. 10-04-2023: The state government has been sending Marathi films for the market section of the Cannes Film Festival for the last few years. The aim behind this is to make Marathi cinema reach the international level and to make Marathi films fall in love with the international audience.Cultural Affairs Minister Sudhir Mungantiwar has announced the selection of Sandeep Sawant's "Ya Goshti La Naav Nahi ", Sachin Mullemwar's "Territory" and Mangesh Badar's "Madar" for the Film Market section of the 2023 Cannes Film Festival.

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A batch of 2022 officers of Indian Accounts and Audit Service (IAAS) visited filmcity 

A batch of 2022 officers of Indian Accounts and Audit Service (IAAS) visited Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari of Maharashtra Film, Theater and Cultural Development Corporation. On this occasion the Financial Advisor and Chief Accounts Finance Officer Shri. Rajiv Rathod gave information about the working of the corporation. After that, various shootings going on in Chitranagari area were shown. Also, exterior filming locations in Chitranagari area were also visited.

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Meeting of the 'Filmbazaar Portal" in Marathi language

On Monday, February 27, 2023, the meeting of the 'Filmbazaar Portal in Marathi language' committee of Maharashtra Film, Theater and Cultural Development Corporation was held at Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari under the chairmanship of Dr. Avinash Dhakne, Managing Director of the Corporation and Chairman of the Committee

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Principal Secretary of Cultural Affairs Shri. Vikas Kharge visited filmcity

Principal Secretary of Cultural Affairs Shri. Vikas Kharge visited Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari on 08-02-2023

Principal Secretary of Cultural Affairs Shri. Vikas Kharge Sir today visited Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari of Maharashtra Film, Stage and Cultural Development Corporation. On this occasion, the Managing Director of the Corporation Dr. Avinash Dhakne Sir warmly welcomed Mr. Kharge.

At this time Mr. Kharge took a detailed review of the development works in the meeting hall of the corporation. On this occasion, Mr. Dhakane gave an insightful presentation. Meanwhile Mr. Kharge inspected various art studios, ongoing filming and sets in Chitranagari area. He also visited Bollywood Park and Whistling Wood Film School in Chitranagari area. 

At this time, Joint Managing Director Mr. Kumar Khaire, Studio Manager Shri. Vijay Bhalerao and officers of various departments were present

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One temple in chitranagari many gods - Article

Articles on filmcity Temple. Please click to read full article  https://kalakrutimedia.com/one-temple-in-chitranagari-many-gods-marathi-info/ 

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization Film Festival

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization Film Festival concluded on Tuesday at the Nehru Center Auditorium, Worli, Mumbai. Managing Director of Maharashtra Film, State and Cultural Development Corporation Dr. Avinash Dhakne was present.

An attractive stall of the corporation was set up in this festival which was going on for the last five days. The interior of the stall was designed to convey the various activities of the corporation. A selfie point was created outside.The interior of the stall was designed to convey the various activities of the corporation. Union Minister Shri.Anurag Thakur, Managing Director Mr. Avinash Dhakne, Joint Managing Director Shri. Kumar Khaire visited the stall. 

All dignitaries appreciated the stall decoration. What was special , was the selfie corner that was been set up which had attracted everyone's attention. On this occasion, the shooting locations and activities in filmcity were widely publicized.

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Dr. Avinash Dhakne - Managing Director of MFSCDCL was felicitated at Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival 2023

Dr. Avinash Dhakne - Managing Director of Maharashtra Film, Stage & Cultural Development Corporation Limited (MFSCDCL), was felicitated at Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival 2023 - Press Conference and also interacted with media dignitaries speaking about the future of Film City Mumbai.

A delegation of Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly Public Activities Committee visited Filmcity Mumbai on 20th of January 2023

A delegation of Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly Public Activities Committee visited Dadasaheb Phalke Chitragangari on 20th of January 2023. On this occasion the Managing Director of Maharashtra Film , Stage and Cultural Development Corporation , Dr. Avinash Dhakne welcomed the delegates who were present in the committee and interacted with the delegates.

Joint Managing Director Kumar Khaire was also present on this occasion. Meanwhile, the delegates of this committee were shown the ongoing shooting and sets in Filmcity . On this occasion, the delegates also expressed their satisfaction after seeing the filming in Filmcity.

Dainik Lokmat - Press Release 16 Jan 2023

Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari's Managing Director, Dr. Avinash Dhakne was featured in Dainik Lokmat newspaper on 16/01/2023, He shared his profound vision and plans for the development of Maharashtra Film, Stage & Culture Development Corporation Limited. - Read Article 

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Finland former president Mrs.Tarja Halonen, visited Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari (Filmcity)

On 16 Dec 2022, Finland country’s former president Mrs.Tarja Halonen, visited Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari (Filmcity). Former president Mrs. Tarja Halonen, was warmly welcomed by giving shawl and momento by the filmcity’s Managing Director Dr. Avinash Dhakne.

Joint Managing Director Mr.Kumar Khaire as well as filmcity’s staff members were present at the moment to greet the guests.