Bollywood to resume Shoot after Maharashtra government eased restrictions in non-containment zones!

The extension of shoots has milled a lot of problems for the producers of upcoming projects. With monsoon nearing, sets are always feared of being demolished due to the rains which would be an addition to the pre-existing problems. 

But, filmmakers and producers can finally breathe a sigh of relief as Maharashtra Government has granted permission to Shooting of films, television serials and digital series in non-containment zones in Maharashtra in the latest phase of the lockdown with certain conditions. The order was issued by the state government on Sunday.

Issuing a Government Resolution (GR), the Cultural Affairs Ministry said that producers will have to conduct pre-production and post-production works by adhering to the guidelines laid down by the government. It said, "Violation of the rules will lead to stopping of the work."

Meanwhile, a report from Times of India also stated that producers will have apply to apply to the managing director of the Maharashtra Film, Theatre, Cultural Development Corporation, the Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari in Goregaon, Mumbai, and to district collectors outside Mumbai for resuming shootings.

The report also mentioned that every member will have to follow the social distancing norms and also focus on personal hygiene. 

"Crowd cannot be allowed to gather while shooting is on. Norms have to be adhered to while using the air conditioning system (onsets). Precautions need to be taken while transporting shooting equipment, artists and technicians," the GR said.

Earlier, the state government extended the lockdown in containment zones till June 30 and eased restrictions and phase-wise resumption of activities in non-containment regions under the 'Mission Begin Again'.