Latest news with #FilmCity
India.com
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
BIG setback to Boney Kapoor's Noida Film City project as officials object to layout plan due to...
YEIDA has objected to the proposed Noida Film City project layout plan submitted by Boney Kapoor and Bhutani Group. (File) In a major setback to Bollywood producer Boney Kapoor's ambitious Noida Film City project, several Uttar Pradesh government officials have objected to the project's proposed layout plan which was submitted by Kapoor last week. According to media reports, the developers' plan includes building movie theatres, lodgings, and other amenities on green spaces that had been initially designated for parks, playgrounds, and multipurpose open areas. YEIDA objects Bhutani Group's layout plan According to a report by the Times of India (TOI), officials said the layout plan was unclear about these green spaces, while noting that the green areas are not clearly defined zones, but mainly occur alongside roads, making them difficult to demarcate. Additionally, the draft layout has placed several commercial structures like hotels and warehouses in the industrial zone, which is in contravention of authorised land use guidelines, the report said. The Bhutani Group, a consortium headed by Boney Kapoor, which acquired the Noida Film City contract after international tenders for the project failed to draw any bidders, has also not submitted a structural stability certificate or the required no-objection certificate (NOC) from the fire department, TOI reported. No permission for commercial structures till… Under the approved land use plan, 155 acres have been designated for industrial purposes in the first phase, including a film institute on 21 acres and related infrastructure, such as studios and production units, across 134 acres, while the remaining 75 acres are reserved for commercial development, to be undertaken only in later phases of the project. 'Right now, the layout is not in accordance with the sanctioned land use. Green areas have not been shown properly and are fragmented,' the report quoted Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) CEO Arun Vir Singh as saying. Singh explained that as per the UP government-approved land use plan, 15% of the total project area, specifically the first phase spanning 230 acres in Sector 2, must remain as green space. According to another senior YEIDA official, the authority will not grant permission for commercial structures like malls, hotels, or resorts, unless at least 15% of the core film-related infrastructure is completed by the developer. Groundbreaking ceremony before June 30, says Boney Kapoor On Monday, Boney Kapoor and Bhutani Group CEO Ashish Bhutani met YEIDA official to sort out the objections, who have asked the developers to submit a revised, phase-wise development plan. 'Only Phase 1, covering the industrial area, will be considered for approval right now. The remaining Phases 2 and 3 must also be shown clearly in the updated map,' Singh said. After the meeting, Boney Kapoor announced that the groundbreaking ceremony of the Noida Film City project would take place before June 30, 2025, stating that development will start with building of core infrastructure, including a film institute and film studios, 'which must be completed within three years'. 'Once we achieve a certain level of construction of the film studios and institute, commercial development may start with YEIDA's permission,' Kapoor said. 'There has been no change in the green area, and it is intact as per the approved plan. As far as the NOC and structural stability certificate are concerned, they will be submitted to YEIDA when we seek approval for the building plans.' He added that the developers had already addressed the Authority's concerns and resubmitted the plan. 'We are hopeful of getting the layout sanctioned by the end of this week,' Bhutani said. 'There has been no change in the green area, and it is intact as per the approved plan. As far as the NOC and structural stability certificate are concerned, they will be submitted to YEIDA when we seek approval for the building plans,' Ashish Bhutani said while responding to YEIDA's objections. Bhutani asserted they have already addressed YEIDA's concerns and resubmitted the plan, and expressed hope that the new layout will be sanctioned by the end of this week.
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Layout plan of Int'l Film City submitted to YEIDA
The International Film City project moved ahead on Tuesday after film producer Boney Kapoor's company, Bayview Projects LLP, submitted the detailed layout plan of the Film City to the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA). Now, the YEIDA will review the plan and after giving the necessary approvals, formal construction work will begin. The International Film City is proposed on over 1,000 acres in Sector-21 along the Yamuna Expressway. The first phase will kick off on 230 acres of land, with an estimated cost of ₹1,510 crore. Shailendra Bhatia, OSD of the YEIDA stated that film producer Boney Kapoor, who is executing the project, has submitted the layout plan of the project on behalf of his company. Now, the authority will review and examine the entire layout plan, after which it will give the necessary approval to start work. CEO of the YEIDA, Arun Veer Singh made it clear that construction work will be according to the agreement, and no changes will be accepted without approval. Separate NOCs will be required for approvals like parking, landscaping, and gardening, he added. Singh informed that the Bayview Projects LLP, selected as the highest bidder by offering 18% of gross revenue share, was issued the Letter of Award last year. On June 27, 2024, the YEIDA and the concessionaire representative Boney Kapoor signed the concession agreement. As per this, the site's right of way was transferred to the concessionaire on February 27, 2025. The master plan of the Film City was approved on January 30, 2025. The project will be completed in three phases over the next eight years. In the first phase, construction will take place on 230 acres, and in the future, expansion will take place on the remaining 770 acres in phases two and three. In the first 155 acres, main structures like film studios, sound stages, post-production units, and a film institute will be built. Additionally, on 75 acres, a commercial centre with retail, offices, and entertainment complexes will be developed, but this will start only after the film-related buildings are completed. Rajiv Arora, general manager of the Bayview Projects LLP, said construction will begin immediately after all approvals. Notably, the project's foundation stone will be laid by chief minister Yogi Adityanath. The proposed International Film City in Sector 21 is a historic step to make Uttar Pradesh a national and international film production hub. It will not only create jobs and attract investment but also promote the state's cultural heritage. For film lovers and youth, this project will be more than just a job opportunity; it will be a platform to fulfil their dreams. This project will create about 500,000 direct and indirect jobs and will take Uttar Pradesh's economy to new heights. The Film City will have: Convention centre with 10,000 seats A museum based on Indian cinema. A special film festival area, which will have a guest house and an auditorium. Separate accommodation facilities for artists. Small studio units with different Indian architectural styles, which can be rented for shooting or staying. Large sound stages and an underwater shooting studio.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
In Boney Kapoor's Film City project, red flags show up before muhurat shot
Noida: Even before construction starts, Film City's troubles don't seem to end. It took a long time to find a developer for one of the Yogi govt's pet projects after global contracts failed to draw bidders. Eventually, a consortium led by producer Boney Kapoor, who is in partnership with the Bhutani Group, bagged it. Kapoor last week submitted his first layout, which has drawn multiple objections from govt. The primary concern is the alteration of designated green areas, originally meant for parks, playgrounds and multi-purpose open spaces. The developers have proposed to construct film studios with accommodation and related facilities on this land. CEO Arun Vir Singh told TOI that as per the land use plan approved by UP govt, 15% of the total project area—the first phase of the project is being developed on 230 acres in Sector 21—must be a green zone. "Right now, the layout is not in accordance with the sanctioned land use. Green areas have not been shown properly and are fragmented," he said. Officials said there was a lack of clarity on the green belt in the plan. Instead of consolidated and clearly marked zones, green areas have been shown only along roads on the map, they said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik IC Markets Mendaftar Undo The draft also includes several commercial buildings, like hotels and warehouses, within the industrial zone, which violates approved land use guidelines. The consortium has also failed to submit the mandatory no-objection certificate (NOC) from the fire department and a structural stability certificate. The approved land use plan for the first phase of the project allocates 155 acres for industrial purposes, including a film institute on 21 acres, and film-related infrastructure, like studios and production units, on 134 acres. The remaining 75 acres are meant for commercial development, but only at a later stage. Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) officials, who met Boney Kapoor and Bhutani Group CEO Ashish Bhutani on Monday to discuss objections to the draft plan, said the company has now been asked to revise and resubmit a phase-wise development plan. "Only Phase 1, covering the industrial area, will be considered for approval right now. The remaining Phases 2 and 3 must also be shown clearly in the updated map," Singh said. Another senior official told TOI that no permission would be granted for commercial complexes, such as malls, hotels or resorts, unless the developer completed at least 15% of the core film-related facilities. Kapoor, soon after meeting YEIDA officials, had announced that the Film City's groundbreaking ceremony would be held before June 30. He also said the core infrastructure, which includes film studios and a film institute, would be developed in the first three years and the rest as per the concession agreement. "The development of the Film City will begin with core infrastructure—including film studios and a film institute—which must be completed within three years. Once we achieve a certain level of construction of the film studios and institute, commercial development may start with YEIDA's permission," Kapoor said. Downplaying the objections flagged by YEIDA, Ashish Bhutani said, "There has been no change in the green area, and it is intact as per the approved plan. As far as the NOC and structural stability certificate are concerned, they will be submitted to YEIDA when we seek approval for the building plans." Bhutani said they had already rectified the issues raised by the Authority and resubmitted the plan. "We are hopeful of getting the layout sanctioned by the end of this week," he added.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Filmmaker Boney Kapoor submits layout maps of Film City: Yeida
GREATER NOIDA: Filmmaker Boney Kapoor and his team have submitted a building layout map for approval to begin development work at the Film City project site in Sector 21, the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (Yeida) said on Monday. The submitted layout plan includes a grand convention centre for film events and a museum dedicated to Indian cinema. A specialised film festival district featuring guest houses and auditoriums is also proposed. Additionally, the plan outlines accommodation for artists and compact studio units. The facility will also feature large sound stages and a dedicated underwater shooting studio. The move came weeks after Yeida stated that permission could not be given to start work until the layout map was first approved. On Monday, Kapoor visited the authority office to seek approval for the layout, and also discussed the ground breaking ceremony date with Yeida officials. 'The authority had sought that the concessionaire first secure approvals for its core components — film studios and an institute — and then proceed with construction at the ground. The directive, issued through a letter on May 2 to Bayview Bhutani Film City Private Limited stated that construction must begin within a year of signing the concession agreement, which happened on June 27, 2024. It also said non-compliance will attract a daily penalty of ₹1.5 lakh until construction starts,' said Yeida chief executive officer (CEO) Arun Vir Singh. Yeida, earlier this year, had approved the land use map for the 230-acre project and the authority also made it clear that work could not proceed on the ground without Bayview getting detailed layouts of its buildings approved for the first phase. It included no objection certificates for parking and landscaping plans aligned with the authority's building bylaws. On Monday, Kapoor said the groundbreaking ceremony for the International Film City project in Sector 21 of Yeida region will be held before June 30. 'This timeline aligns with the concession agreement signed on June 27, 2024, which mandates the commencement of construction within one year of the official allotment date,' he added. The filmmaker, who met Yeida officials, said that construction will strictly adhere to the terms of the concession agreement, which stipulates that work on core film infrastructure—such as studios and a film institute—must begin first and be completed within three years. The clarification addressed speculation that commercial development might commence alongside film-centric components. 'Two days ago, we submitted the detailed building layout plans for the approvals that are likely to be issued as per the law. We are eager to start work at the site, and also organise foundation laying event very soon as the state government finalises the date,' said Ashish Bhutani, chief executive officer, Bhutani Infrastructure Limited that will develop the Film City. Yeida CEO, meanwhile, said that they made it clear that only components aligned with the concession agreement will be approved. 'Any deviation in the layout plan will not be approved. The authority has directed the concessionaire to obtain necessary approvals for detailed parking, landscaping, horticulture work, and to develop the project in a phased manner,' he added. The International Film City, a flagship project of UP chief minister Yogi Adityanath, aims to transform the state into a major hub for film production, media, entertainment, and tourism. The project is located near the upcoming Noida International Airport along the Yamuna Expressway, covering a total area of 1,000 acres. Phase 1 of the project will span 230 acres, with an estimated investment of ₹1,510 crore over eight years. Around 155 acres have been allocated for the core film industry, which will include film production studios, sound stages, post-production units, and related infrastructure. This area is divided into four campuses. A commercial hub—comprising retail spaces, office buildings, and entertainment complexes—will also come up on 75 acres in the first phase. The Film City project is expected to create around 500,000 jobs, both directly and indirectly, and significantly boost the state's economy.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Film City project's launch in a month, says Boney Kapoor
Noida: Filmmaker Boney Kapoor has announced that the groundbreaking ceremony for the Film City project will be held before June 30 in YEIDA's Sector 21. Leading the Bayview Bhutani Filmcity Pvt Ltd consortium, Kapoor emphasised strict adherence to the concession agreement's terms, with core infrastructure development, including film studios and an institute, scheduled for completion within three years. "The development of the Film City will begin with core infrastructure—including film studios and a film institute—which must be completed within three years. Once we achieve a certain level of construction of the film studios and institute, commercial development may start with YEIDA's permission," Kapoor said. His remarks come amid rising speculation that commercial components such as malls, hotels, studio apartments, and resorts could be prioritised or launched alongside the core film facilities, contrary to the phased development plan. YEIDA officials have maintained a firm stance, asserting that no deviations from the agreement will be permitted, particularly regarding concerns about prioritising commercial components "Only those aspects that conform strictly to the agreement will be sanctioned. No commercial development can begin before the core film infrastructure," CEO Arun Vir Singh said. Bayview Bhutani was awarded the project in 2024. A detailed layout for the 230-acre site, which will be developed in the first phase, shows demarcated zones for film studios, a film training institute, accommodation for actors and crew, and a commercial area with shopping malls, service apartments, high-rise studio towers, resorts, hotels and entertainment venues. YEIDA officials flagged that the proposed layout appeared to be a mix of commercial development with core film infrastructure. It is likely that the Authority may ask the company to revise its layout to remove or defer any commercial elements not permitted in Phase 1 of the construction. For Phase 1, the minimum investment has been pegged at Rs 1,510 crore. However, Kapoor told TOI that the actual construction cost is expected to far exceed this amount. "With international standards in mind, the construction cost is going to be much higher than Rs 1,510 crore," he said. According to the submitted layout plan, the Film City will house a world-class convention centre with seating for 8,000 to 10,000 people, suitable for hosting film premieres and large-scale events. A dedicated museum celebrating the history and contributions of the Indian film industry is also planned. Additionally, a specially designated film festival district, complete with guest houses and auditoriums, has been proposed. This area will be used to host national and international film festivals. There are also plans for artist accommodation and compact studio spaces designed to replicate architectural styles from different states and cities across India. Kapoor said these small studios would be rented out to production houses for shooting films and television serials. When not in use, the units would double up as guest accommodations. The layout indicates that the development will be executed in four phases spread across eight years. Earlier this month, YEIDA sent a letter to the concessionaire dated May 2, reiterating that construction must begin within one year of signing the agreement. Any delay beyond June 27 would attract a daily penalty of Rs 1.5 lakh, the letter warned. While the land use map for the 230-acre project was approved earlier this year, YEIDA has clarified that actual construction cannot begin until Bayview secures detailed building layout approvals for Phase 1. This includes necessary no-objection certificates (NOCs) for parking and landscaping, along with full compliance with the Authority's building bylaws.
