Film industry is on the government’s priority list: Shibli Faraz

Federal Minister for Information has assured stakeholders that the government will support the industry

LAHORE:

A delegation of Pakistan Film Producers Association led by Chairman  Mian Amjad Farzand recently held a meeting with Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Senator Shibli Faraz, according to a press release. The delegation also included Chaudhry Ijaz Kamran, Alia Rashid, Rao Shehzad, and  Rana Naeem.

The delegation briefed in detail about the problems facing the film industry and said that the conditions can only improve if the government is fully on board.

Faraz addressed their concerns by assuring them that the development and revival of film industry is on the government’s priority list. As such the government is committed to providing better environment for the development of film industry. According to Faraz, like other institutions, it is necessary for the entertainment industry to also adapt to current requirements.

He said that the Ministry of Information was making the film department more active and effective, adding that Prime Minister Imran Khan's vision was to highlight culture and values ​​through films. “Films not only entertain but are also crucial for social reform. We have to protect our national heritage and culture through films as well as portray a positive image for the country in front of the world. In this regard, the government is ready to provide all possible facilities to the film industry,” Faraz said.

Adding on, the Federal Minister for Information said that all artisans involved in the filmmaking process, including scriptwriters and musicians, should be properly remunerated for their work. “All possible steps will be taken to address issues related to the film industry,” he said. Among other things, the minister talked about future cooperation with Iran and Turkey with respect to films.

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