CM Fadnavis Tours Prime Focus Studio Phase 1 at Film City
Synopsis
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis toured Phase 1 of Prime Focus Studios at Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari in Mumbai on 6 August 2026, signalling Maharashtra's continued push to modernise Film City and strengthen Mumbai's position as India's entertainment capital.
Key Takeaways
CM Devendra Fadnavis conducted a walkthrough of Phase 1 of Prime Focus Studios at Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari on 6 August 2026 .
Prime Focus Studios and its global subsidiary DNEG represent a major private investment in VFX and post-production infrastructure inside Mumbai's Film City.
Ashish Shelar and Namit Malhotra accompanied the Chief Minister during the inspection.
Film City was established in the early 1980s as Maharashtra's primary film production hub.
Subsequent phases of studio development at the complex are still ahead, with Maharashtra's film policy incentives in focus.
Mumbai's legendary Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari — Film City — got a high-profile visitor on Thursday, 6 August 2026. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis walked through the newly developed Phase 1 of Prime Focus Studios, inspecting the facility that signals a new chapter for one of India's most storied production campuses.
The Chief Minister's Office of Maharashtra confirmed the visit, posting images of Fadnavis conducting a detailed walkthrough alongside Ashish Shelar and Namit Malhotra, with representatives from Prime Focus Studios and its parent entity Prime Focus India in attendance.
Film City's new chapter with Prime Focus
Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari, established in the early 1980s, has long anchored Mumbai's identity as India's media and entertainment capital. The sprawling complex has hosted decades of Bollywood and television production, but the arrival of a dedicated Prime Focus Studios facility marks a significant private investment in specialised infrastructure — particularly in visual effects and post-production capabilities that the industry increasingly demands.
Prime Focus is one of India's foremost VFX and post-production companies, with a global footprint through its subsidiary DNEG, a multiple Academy Award-winning visual effects house. The studio's presence inside Film City bridges Mumbai's traditional production heritage with world-class technical infrastructure.
Maharashtra's push to keep Mumbai the entertainment hub
Maharashtra governments have consistently backed upgrades to Film City as a strategic lever — the logic being that modern, competitive studio infrastructure keeps domestic and international productions from migrating to other cities or countries. Private investments like Prime Focus's complement the state's public infrastructure, strengthening the economic case for the entertainment sector as a serious contributor to Maharashtra's economy.
Fadnavis's personal walkthrough of the facility — rather than a ribbon-cutting ceremony — suggests the state is tracking the project's progress closely, with subsequent phases of studio development still ahead.
If Film City's next chapters match the ambition of Phase 1, Mumbai's claim as Asia's pre-eminent production destination just got a little harder to argue with.
Point of View
The visit reinforces that Maharashtra views Film City modernisation as economic policy, not mere cultural patronage. The phases still to come will determine whether the ambition translates into a structural shift or remains a well-photographed walkthrough.
NationPress
6 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What did CM Devendra Fadnavis do at Film City on 6 August 2026?
CM Devendra Fadnavis conducted a walkthrough of Phase 1 of Prime Focus Studios at Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari in Mumbai, inspecting the newly developed studio facility.
What is Prime Focus Studios?
Prime Focus Studios is one of India's leading VFX and post-production companies. Its subsidiary DNEG is a globally recognised, Academy Award-winning visual effects house.
Where is Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari located?
Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari, commonly known as Film City, is located in Mumbai, Maharashtra, and has served as India's primary film production hub since the early 1980s.
Who accompanied CM Fadnavis during the Film City visit?
Ashish Shelar and Namit Malhotra were among those who accompanied CM Fadnavis during the inspection of Prime Focus Studios Phase 1.
What are the next steps for Prime Focus Studios at Film City?
Phase 1 has been inspected by the Chief Minister. Subsequent phases of studio development at Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari are still in progress, with details yet to be announced.
