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FILM SHOOTING MANUAL

FOR

SHOOTING OF FILMS IN DELHI

Delhi Tourism

Govt. of NCT of Delhi

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“I asked my soul: What is Delhi?

She replied: The world is the body and Delhi its life.

- Mirza Ghalib”

A city full of historical wonders, Delhi has many tourist sites. Sprinkled with ruins, one

can walk through timelines, from one era to another, from one world to another and from

one story to another. From the ancient to the medieval and from the modern to the

contemporary, one can experience the city through its monuments, forts, ruins, old and

new towns that represent India’s history.

Embracing two worlds, Old Delhi is a labyrinth of mysterious narrow lanes, havelis and

majestic mosques and New Delhi is composed of spacious tree lined avenues, imposing

government buildings and modern infrastructure. It embodies the stark, almost absurd,

contrast of India: A world class metro system, the chaos of Old Delhi and the Colonial

serenity of Lutyens Delhi.

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Delhi has a rich & intense history depicting remarkable continuity and has the unique

distinction of having been India’s capital longer than any other city. The city has

survived all the changes of time and fortune. It has frequently changed its form, its

character and its name. It has seen the rise and fall of many civilizations and empires.

From Indraprastha of Mahabharata to the present New Delhi, it has grown into a mega

metropolis. Due to such a rich heritage, Delhi is the home of some of the greatest

architectural marvels and a culture so unique and diverse. Delhi is the city of three World

Heritage sites – Qutub Minar, Red Fort and Humayun’s Tomb. All the monuments house

thousands of anecdotes. One can either get inspired from the many stories, or weave

one’s own by experiencing the city.

Delhi is a great city to make the perfect backdrop to an eye and frame of a Camera. With

so many exotic locales and settings seeped into history and culture, how can cinema not

capture it? Delhi, is undoubtedly a cinematic delight. Different parts of the city give a

different character to a film, from Rang de Basanti, Delhi 6, Aisha, to the more recent,

Raanjhanaa, Fukrey and pk.

Delhi has emerged as one of Bollywood’s favourite shooting destinations. Several known

filmmakers have either shot for their projects or are scouting for locations in Delhi. In the

past two years, due to improvement in the support system and nomination of Delhi

Tourism as the nodal agency for facilitating film shootings in Delhi, Bollywood is looking

towards Delhi like never before. The number of films shot in the city has substantially

increased. Some of the recent films extensively shot in Delhi are pk, Raanjhanaa, Kick,

Kill Dil, Tevar, Dolly ki Doli, Baby, & Tanu weds Manu Returns among others.

Delhi apart from being a filmmaker’s delight also has availability of new talent, lower

production cost, international connectivity, better infrastructure and more than 200

locations to shoot at. Delhi Tourism itself has a few properties which can be used as ideal

location to shoot at.

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Some of the scenic attractions are enumerated below:

1. India Gate and Raj path

This Great War Memorial, situated along the ceremonial Raj Path Avenue (meaning King's

Way) in New Delhi, India Gate is a memorial raised in honour of the Indian soldiers who died

during the Afghan wars and World War I. This 42 meters tall monument was designed by Sir

Edwin Lutyens, the master designer of New Delhi. The green lawns at India Gate are a

popular evening and holiday rendezvous for young and old alike. Central Delhi in general is

known for its tree-lined, wide roads driving through which, is an experience in itself.

A scene from the movie –

Band, Bajaa, Baraat. A lot of

movies like Fanaa, Rang De

Basanti & Ranjhanaa among

others have been shot with

India Gate as a backdrop.

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2. Connaught Place (Rajiv Chowk)

The shopping complex was beautifully designed by Robert Russell in a shape of Horse-shoe

style and surrounded by two circular roads; the double storey European style buildings have

spaces and airy corridors. Connaught Place is one of the largest commercial areas in Delhi,

India. C.P. is a heritage complex and a great place to go shopping along with a lot of

restaurants for every taste and budget. It is one of the most popular hangout spots among the

youth of the City.

A scene from the movie –

Aisha. Other popular movies

like Vicky Donor, Rockstar, 2

States & pk have also been shot

in Connaught Place.

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3. Lodhi Gardens

Lodhi Garden once called Lady Willingdon Park, was laid out in 1930. This beautiful park

contains 15th and 16th century monuments made by Sayyids & Lodhi Sultans that are

scattered among its well-kept lawns, flowers, shady trees and ponds. During the early

morning and evening hours, the sprawling garden is a favorite spot for fitness freaks and

those in search of calming solitude.

A scene from the movie

– Chak De India. Lodhi

Garden has been

beautifully captured as

a backdrop in many

movies. To name a few -

Fanaa, Rockstar, pk

have beautifully

captured Lodhi Garden

as a backdrop.

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4. Humayun's Tomb

Humayun's Tomb was built by the widow of Humayun, Hamida Bano Begum designed by a

Persian architect named Mirak Mirza Ghiyas. The structure is the first matured example of

Mughal architecture. Humayun’s Tomb has been listed as a World Heritage Site. Humayun’s

Tomb has small octagonal chambers, diagonal corners, arched lobbies and symmetrical

gardens. The meticulous and splendid architecture of the tomb makes it one of the most

alluring sites to explore – a perfect backdrop for a dramatic scene.

A scene from the movie – pk.

A lot of movies like Kurbaan,

Fanaa and the latest being

Bajrangi Bhaijaan and Fitoor

among others have

Humayun’s Tomb as a

backdrop.

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5. Purana Qila

The majestic fort of Purana Qila began its construction at the hands of Humayun in 1530 as

the city of Dinpanah or ‘asylum of faith,’ only to be completed by Sher Shah Suri. The Purana

Qila (Old Fort) is an excellent example of Mughal military architecture. Its three gates show a

remarkable fusion of Indo-Islamic style of architecture. The lake at the Old Fort adds to its

scenic beauty.

A scene from the movie –

Wazir starring Amitabh

Bachchan and Farhan Akhtar.

A lot of movies like Fanaa,

Jannat 2 and Tanu weds Manu

Returns among others have

Purana Qila as a backdrop.

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8. Red Fort

The Red Fort is Shahjahan’s gift to the city of Delhi. Emperor Shah Jahan laid the foundation

of the city, Shahjahanabad and ordered Chief architects, Ustad Hamid and Ahmed and master

builders to construct the citadel. In central arches, in the Central Hall are inscribed famous

couplets of a 14th century poet and Sufi saint, Amir Khusrau in gold letters – “If there be a

heaven on surface of this earth, it is this. It is this.” On every Independence Day the Flag of

India is hoisted by the Prime Minister of India to address the nation from the rampart of the

Red Fort.

A scene from the movie –

Bajrangi Bhaijaan. A lot of

movies like Fanaa, Black &

White and Chandni Chowk to

China among others have Red

Fort as a backdrop.

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9. Chandni Chowk

Chandni Chowk, a main marketplace in Delhi, keeps alive the city's living legacy of

Shahjahanabad. Created by Shah Jahan, the builder of Taj Mahal, the old city, with the Red

Fort as its focal point and Jama Masjid as the praying centre. Chandni Chowk remains Asia's

largest wholesale market. With the most famous mosque of Delhi Jama Masjid in the vicinity,

along with Sis Ganj Gurudwara, Jain Mandir and a lot of small temples, the place witnesses a

genuine cultural harmony. It also has the mouth-watering Paranthewali Gali.

A scene from the movie

– Boss. A lot of movies

like pk, Kick, Ahista

Ahista among others

have Red Fort as a

backdrop.

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10. Safdarjung's Tomb

This is the last Mughal architecture & enclosed garden tomb in Delhi. It is constructed under

the supervision of Bilal Muhammad Khan by Safdarjung’s son in 1754 AD. The garden as well

as the layout is similar to that of Humayun’s Tomb. The tomb has several multi-chambered

and spacious pavilions, called Moti Mahal, Badshah Pasand and Jungli Mahal. The tomb

complex also has a madarsa, still operating today.

A scene from the Hollywood

movie – Jobs. A lot of movies

like Fanaa and Kurbaan among

others have Safdarjung Tomb

as a backdrop.

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11. Qutub Minar

Constructed by Qutub’ud-din Aibak, Qutub Minar is the second tallest minaret in the world

after the minaret of Mosque of Hasan at Cairo in Egypt. It is a tower of victory as well as

attached to Quwwatul Islam Mosque for giving call to the people to come for prayer. The

construction was completed by son-in-law Shamsuddin Iltutmish. Qutub Minar is among the

list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

A scene from the movie

– Zila Ghaziabad.

A lot of movies like

Jannat 2, Kick among

others have Qutub Minar

as a backdrop.

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12. Tughlaqabad

Tughlaqabad Fort stands on a high outcrop of rocks and was built to guard from the attack of

Mughals. In order to enter the fortress, one has to walk a causeway which originally

supported 27 arches. At the south end of the fort is an escape route leading out of the fort. In

the western part are the ruins of a palatial building, further to which is a 15.5 meter deep

water tank called Jahannum ka Rasta or Road to Hell. Close to the ruins of Tughlaqabad Fort

is a small fort called ‘Nai Ka Kot’.

A scene from the

movie –Lakshya.

Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

among others are

shot at Tughlakabad

Fort

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13. Jama Masjid

The Masjid-i-Jahan Numa, commonly known as Jama Masjid, is the principal mosque of Old

Delhi. Commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and completed in the year 1656, it

is one of the largest and best known mosques in India and second biggest in Asia. The mosque

has an open courtyard surrounded by gates and arcades. The three gates are approached by

flight of steps. The Royal Gate or the Eastern Getaway is the highest and largest amongst all.

Shahjahan and high ranked officials used this gate.

Movies like Bajrangi

Bhaijaan, Ahista Ahista,

Kurbaan among many

others are shot at Jama

Masjid and the vicinity.

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14. Nizamuddin Dargah

After the fall of Baghdad in 1358, when the Khilafat (Caliphate) shifted to Cairo, Delhi became

the major hub of Sufism along with Ajmer. Nizamuddin Aulia was a mystic monk who lived

in Delhi in the 14th century. He was the patron of thousands of souls in search of inner peace,

providing comfort in times of excess and in destitution. He provided balance to a city like

Delhi by spirituality. His example led to what Delhi is today; a stature of a city with varied

religions and saints. This Dargah is where he rests now. This is the place visited by Hindus,

Muslims, and Sikhs alike, who come like one family here to pay their respect to Hazrat

Nizamuddin Aulia, for whom religious distinctions never mattered.

The Imtiaz Ali directed

movie – Rockstar

starring Ranbir Kapoor

was one of the many

films shot at the Dargah.

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15. Dilli Haats

Situated in the heart of Delhi, the unique Dilli Haat is an upgraded version of the traditional

weekly market, offering a delightful amalgam of craft, food and cultural activities. It offers a

kaleidoscopic view of the richness and diversity of Indian handicrafts and artifacts. A plaza

paved with stone and brickwork skillfully interspersed with grass, flowering shrubs and

towering eucalyptus trees, plus a play corner for children have conjured up an oasis in which

visitors can browse at their leisure. There are three Dilli Haats in Delhi; INA, Pitampura and

the latest at Janakpuri.

A scene from the

movie –pk.

Break ke Baad, Mickey

Virus, Ranjhanaa

among others are shot

at Dilli Haat.

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16. Hauz Khas Village & Fort

Hauz Khas Complex in Hauz Khas, South Delhi houses a water tank, an Islamic seminary, a

mosque, a tomb and pavilions built around an urbanized village with medieval history traced

to the 13th century of Delhi Sultanate reign. It is a relatively expensive tourist cum commercial

area with numerous art galleries, upscale boutiques and restaurant. Hauz Khas Village is a

spot in the capital to shop, eat and generally enjoy the vibe. It has manicured park, more than

40 designer stores and a few restaurants that catered to a foreign clientele. Musicians,

designers, travelers, foodies, readers of journals and little books, art and poster-collectors,

map makers, social activists and the Delhi LGBT community have set up homes and shops

here.

A scene from the movie –

2 States

Tamasha (Imtiaz Ali) and

the Amitabh Bachchan

starrer Wazir among

others were shot at Hauz

Khas Village and Fort area.

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17. Khan Market

Khan Market has been named in honor of Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan. It is located almost at

the heart of the city, close to India Gate, surrounded by residential complexes. Its environs are

home to a significant number of bureaucrats from the central government, and famous,

people like the satiric author Khushwant Singh. It is one of the greenest pockets of the city,

very close to the famed Lodhi Gardens. It has a wide variety of stores, including modern

showrooms of most of well-known brands, Silver Jewellery stores, etc. Some of the stores and

eating joints include Fab India, Route 04, The Kitchen, Cafe Turtle, Al-bake, Big Chill and

many more.

“Movies like Aisha, Humpty Sharma ki Dulhaniya, Bewakoofiyan and Love Aajkal have been

shot in Khan Market to capture the charm and the lively ambience of the markets of Delhi.”

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24. Delhi Malls

The city of Delhi is a shopaholic's utopia. The shopping malls in Delhi represent the ultimate

cure in retail therapy. You can purchase a wide range of goods within the shopping malls in

Delhi. Spread over large acres of land, these malls provide a complete fun filled experience in

terms of shops, eateries, lounges, and much more. Some of the famous malls are Select City,

Saket; Promenade, Vasant Kunj; Ansal Plaza etc.

“The grandeur of the mall culture of Delhi is been effortlessly shown in films like Aisha,

Bewakoofiyan, Delhi Heights among others.”

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25. Delhi University

The University of Delhi is the premier university of the country and is known for its high

standards in teaching and research and attracts eminent scholars to its faculty. North Campus,

Delhi University is a township in itself consisting of different colleges, shopping places,

paying guest accommodations etc. Located in the northern part of Delhi, this campus has

some of the most acclaimed colleges like SRCC, St. Stephens, Hansraj, Hindu, Miranda, Kirori

Mal and many more.

Delhi University has

been the backdrop of

many movies, like

Rockstar (image),

Raanjhanaa, Dev D,

Band Baja, Baraat,

Fukrey, Rang De

Basanti among

others.

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26. Jawahar Lal Nehru University (JNU)

It is mainly a research oriented postgraduate university with approximately 8,000 students

and faculty strength of around 550. Located in the southern part of New Delhi and spread

over an area of about 1000 acres (4 km²), the campus occupies some of the northernmost

reaches of the Aravali Hills. The campus still maintains large patches of scrub and forestland -

the JNU ridge, home to over 200 species of birds and other wildlife such as, Nilgai, Indian

Crested Porcupines, Common Palm Civet, Jackals, Mongoose, Peacocks as well as a large

number of Snakes.

A still from the Anand

Rai directed movie

Raanjhanaa, which was

shot at the Indian

Institute of Mass

Communication in the

JNU Campus.

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27. Delhi Markets

Delhi Markets are very popular among the shopping freaks. There are many shopping plazas

and areas that are spread all over Delhi where you can find various accessories, jewelry,

carpets, handicrafts, semi-precious stones, bamboo items, leather items, bangles, potteries,

street food and so on. Some of the famous markets in Delhi are Karol Bagh, Chandni Chowk,

Lajpat Nagar, Sarojini Nagar, Bengali Market, Janpath, Paharganj, Rajouri Garden market and

so on.

A still from the movie

Queen starring Kangana

Ranaut & Rajkumar Rao,

which was shot at one of

the popular market of

Lajpat Nagar. Pk, Fukrey,

Vicky Donor, Aisha,

Mardaani are other films

shot at various Delhi

markets.

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28. Agrasen ki Baoli

Agrasen ki Baoli, is a 60-meter long and 15-meter wide historical step well on Hailey Road

near Connaught Place, a short walk from Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, India.

The character of pk in

the movie of the same

name played by Aamir

Khan (as scene in the

image) housed at

Agrasen ki Baoli

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29. Garden of Five Senses

The Garden of Five Senses is a park spread over 20 acres, in Said-ul Ajaib village, opposite

Saket, near the Mehrauli heritage area in Delhi, India. Partly built over a rocky terrain, the

garden has various theme areas, including a section on the lines of Mughal Gardens, plus

pools of water lilies, bamboo courts, herb gardens and solar energy park.

A still from the

Shahrukh Khan

starrer movie –

Chak de India

which was shot

at the Garden

of Five Senses.

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30. Delhi Metro

The Delhi Metro is a rapid transit system serving Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida and Ghaziabad in

the National Capital Region of India. The network consists of six lines with a total length of

189.63 kilometers (117.83 mi) with 142 stations of which 35 are underground. It has a

combination of elevated, at-grade and underground lines and uses both broad gauge and

standard gauge rolling stock.

A still from the

Amitabh Bachchan

starrer – Paa. Other

movies shot in Metro

and Metro stations are

pk, Delhi 6, Bewafaa

and Jannat 2.

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31. Delhi Roads

The roads in Delhi are wide compared to other metro cities. Also, Delhi has the huge network

of Flyovers. A lot of movies, almost every movie shot in Delhi has featured the city roads.

Bang Bang starring Hrithik Roshan had a thrilling action sequence picturized at the Mayur

Vihar – Akshardham flyover which was appreciated by the audience.

32. Guru Teg Bahadur Memorial

An architectural marvel, a tribute to Martyrdom of Guru Teg Bahadur, the ninth Guru of the

Sikhs situated at NH1 (GT Karnal Road) near Singhu Border, Delhi. The memorial has been

constructed in an 11.87 acre area and has a Sound & Light Show on the theme of Panchtatva.

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And a lot of other places that are spectacular to shoot! The breathtaking locations can be

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Delhi at a Glance

Area 1484 sq. km.

Altitude 239 Mtrs. Above sea level

Population 25 million

Literacy Rate 86.34 %

STD Code 011

ISD Code +91 11

Languages Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu and English

Seasons Winters (December & January): 5 to 25 degree Celsius

Spring (February & March): 20 to 25 degree Celsius

Summer (April to June): 25 to 45 degree Celsius

Monsoon (July to Mid-September): 30 to 35 degree Celsius

Autumn (September end to November): 20 to 30 degree Celsius

City of Delhi and its unique features for Film and Entertainment Industry

Delhi is not only the capital of India but also is a perfect combination of so many

important aspects which makes it a film makers’ delight to shoot and produce films in

and around the city. The city is full of beautiful locations and sites to suit distinct

cinematic themes. In the last five years more than two hundred films have been shot

in Delhi. Some of them are Rang De Basanti, Chak de India, 3 Idiots, Dev D, Band Baja

Baraat, Agent Vinod, Vicky Donor, pk, Kill Dil, Kick, Tanu weds Manu Returns to

name only a few. Unlike any city, Delhi today offers a variety of never before

locations such as:

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Rashtrapati Bhawan

Parliament of India

Other locales related to seat of power

Delhi Metro

Enumerable Monuments & diverse architectural splendor

Important religious places, temples, mosques, churches & Gurudwara.

Forest Area & Green Cover

Gardens and Parks

Wide roads in Delhi

New flyovers for chase sequence

Renowned and varied market places, bazaars, Haats and shopping complexes

Flamboyant Malls

Exhibition Grounds

Delhi T3 Airport – Recently Awarded the Best in the World

Remodeled Railway Stations

Colleges

Schools

Jail Complexes

Hospitals

Wedding Destinations

Farm Houses

New, revamped and large Stadiums

Fashion events

Golf Course

NCR- Gurgaon and Noida

Agricultural Lands

Villages

Old towns and lanes

Varied localities and residential complexes

Corporate Buildings

Call Centres

Availability of such a wide range of locations coupled with the following facilities has

made Delhi one of the best cities for film shootings and production:

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Local talent because of so much education around performing arts with Delhi

being the stationed city for National School of Drama, one of the foremost theatre

training institutions, and with Delhi University having numerous Theatre

Societies of various Colleges

Availability of extras and crowd (Artists and Dancers)

Availability of junior and senior artists

Availability of vanity vans

Availability of Silent Generators

Availability of all light and other equipments

Hotels of all categories.

Food at all rates and all cuisines

A multi-lingual city

A city with a blend of the old and new – An ancient history attached to it, Delhi

is polished with a contemporary modern day touch

Transport solutions of all levels and variety of rates

Event companies and line producers

Availability of special and general work force at reasonable price

One of the best law and order situations

Facilitative & Supportive Delhi Administration

Most politically stable

Well-connected Roads

Large number of Cinema Halls

Good International Connectivity

National Connectivity by all means of transport

National Media and International Media

Presence of Noida Film City

Buddha Circuit in Noida adjacent to Delhi

The Indian film industry has a wide and an ever growing audience spread all across the globe.

Bollywood is, therefore, one of the best mediums for promoting tourism in India.

Shooting in India is not only convenient as compared to foreign locations like Switzerland, but

is also quite budget-friendly. Talking about India, Delhi is among one of the most preferred

locations to shoot at. Delhi has undoubtedly become a hub for film shoots. In the last few

years, Indian film makers have largely resorted to the capital. It has become a fixture

in Bollywood, with storylines being increasingly set here.

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Reasons why Delhi is one the best cities for shooting films:

Ø Delhi is economical to shoot in and permissions are easy to get:

Shooting in Delhi has been made easier with Delhi Tourism’s very own Film Shooting

Facilitation Cell. One need not get in touch with intermediaries and multiple agencies to get

permissions to shoot at various locations with the Single Window Clearance Mechanism soon

to be implemented by Delhi Tourism. All one needs to do is get in touch with Delhi Tourism

and the process would be taken forward.

Ø Market associations not a hurdle:

Delhi's market associations allow film shootings without any problems. Chandni Chowk is

one of the markets which are widely seen in movies shot in Delhi. If a scene is set inside a

restaurant or within a marketplace, one can easily get the shoot done in Delhi. The only

condition owners keep is that the restaurant or shop's name should appear on the screen.

Ø Delhi & NCR have all kinds of backgrounds and backdrops:

Delhi is like a wide stage where film makers can come across distinct backgrounds for their

films. One can show any kind of situation in Delhi and NCR, for the region provides all sorts

of backdrops from the lower middle class family of Fukrey, and the Lajpat Nagar Punjabi

family with the Daryaganj fertility clinics of Vicky Donor to Aisha's posh locales. Delhi is apt

for all kinds of shooting scenes. If a filmmaker wants to shoot in college campuses, they go to

North Campus. And for a typical Delhi look, film-makers prefer the Old Delhi area. Delhi has

a solution for everyone’s demands.

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FILMS SHOT IN DELHI

10 Janpath (2013)

2 States (2014)

3 Idiots (2009)

99 (2009 film)

Agent Vinod (2012)

Ahista Ahista (2006)

Airport (1993)

Aisha (2010)

Amal (2007)

Ankhon Dekhi (2014)

Aswini (1991)

B.A. Pass (2013)

Baby (2015)

Badhaai Ho Badhaai (2002)

Bajatey Raho (2013)

Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015)

Band Bajaa Baraat (2010)

Besharam (2013)

Bewakoofiyan (2014)

Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (2013)

Black & White (2008)

Black Friday (2004)

Boss (2013)

Break ke Baad (2010)

Chak De! India (2007)

Chandni Chowk to China (2009)

Chashme Buddoor (1981)

Cooking with Stella (2009)

Dance of the Wind (2008)

The Day after Tomorrow (2004)

Delhi Belly (2011)

Delhi in a Day (2012)

Delhi-6 (2009)

Delhii Heights (2007)

Dev.D (2009)

Dharmputra (1961)

Dil Se.. (1998)

Do Dooni Chaar (2010)

Doing Time, Doing Vipassana

(1997)

Dolly ki Doli (2015)

Eat Pray Love (2010)

Ek Tha Tiger (2012)

Eno Onthara (2010)

Fanaa (2006)

Fire (1996)

Fitoor (2015)

Fugly (2014)

Fukrey (2013)

Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi

(2005)

Highway (2014)

Holy Smoke! (1999)

The Householder (1963)

Humpty Sharma ki Dulhaniya

(2014)

I Origins (2014)

In Which Annie Gives It Those

Ones (1989)

Indraprastham (1996)

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Jannat 2 (2012)

Jobs (2013)

Jolly LLB (2013)

Kamla (1985)

Khosla Ka Ghosla (2006)

Kick (2014)

Kill Dil (2014)

Kurbaan (2009)

Lakshya (2004)

Liar's Dice (2015)

Listen... Amaya (2013)

Love Aaj Kal (2009)

Maa Nannaki Pelli (1997)

Madras Café (2013)

Mradaani (2014)

Margarita With A Straw (2015)

Masoom (1983)

Mere Brother Ki Dulhan (2011)

Mickey Virus (2013)

Mishawr Rawhoshyo (2013)

Monsoon Wedding (2001)

Mouna Ragam (1986)

New Delhi (1987)

New Delhi Times (1986)

No One Killed Jessica (2011)

O Teri! (2014)

Once upon a time in Mumbai

Dobara (2013)

Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! (2008)

Paranthe Wali Gali (2014)

Pelli Kanuka (2008)

pk (2014)

Piku (2015)

Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak

(1988)

Queen (2014)

Raanjhanaa (2013)

Rang De Basanti (2006)

Razia Sultan (1983)

Rockstar (2011)

Roti Kapda Aur Makaan (1974)

Run (2004)

Shagoon (1964)

Shanghai (2012)

Shuttlecock Boys (2012)

Soul of Sand (2010)

Special 26 (2013)

Tamasha (2016)

Tanu weds Manu Returns

(2015)

Tevar (2015)

The Hundred Foot Journey

(2014)

The Reluctant Fundamentalist

(2013)

The Shaukeens (2014)

Titli (2014)

Vicky Donor (2012)

Vivah (2006)

Wazir (2015)

With Love, Delhi! (2011)

Woh Chokri (1994)

Youngistaan (2014)

Zila Ghaziabad (2013)

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What Delhi Tourism has to offer?

Delhi tourism has been nominated as the Nodal Agency for facilitating film shootings

in Delhi by Govt of NCT of Delhi. The soon to be implemented Single Window

Clearance Mechanism of Delhi Tourism makes it convenient for the Film Producers to

get shooting permissions as there is no need to contact multiple agencies to shoot at

various locations. A film maker can send in their applications directly to Delhi Tourism

stating the desired locations to shoot at and the Film Shooting Facilitation Cell, Delhi

Tourism will pursue the application further. An application form (below) prepared by

Delhi Tourism is to be filled.

Delhi Tourism can also facilitate for Air bookings, Hotel Accommodation, Ground

Transport and Catering Support for the entire film unit in Delhi.

Film Shoots facilitated by Delhi Tourism:

Raanjhanaa (Anand Rai)

Pk (Rajkumar Hirani)

Fugly (Kabir Sadanand)

Kick (Sajid Nadiadwala)

Kill Dil (Shaad Ali)

Dolly ki Doli (Abhishek Dogra)

Baby (Neeraj Pandey)

Tezaab 2 (N.Chandra)

Tanu weds Manu Returns (Anand Rai)

Bajatey Raho (Shashant Shah)

Madras Café (Shoojit Sarkar)

Mickey Virus (Saurabh Varma)

Besharam (Abhinav Kashyap)

Boss (Anthony D’Souza)

Youngistan (Syed Ahmad Afzal)

Wazir (Bejoy Nambiar)

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Major Stakeholders agencies in Delhi

I. Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)

II. Central Public Works Department (CPWD)

III. Delhi Police / Delhi Traffic Police

IV. Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)

V. Department of Environment & Forest

VI. New Delhi Municipal Corporation (NDMC)

VII. Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) – East Delhi Municipal Corporation; North

Delhi Municipal Corporation and South Delhi Municipal Corporation

VIII. Public Works Department (PWD)

IX. Sports Authority of India (SAI)

X. Department of Archaeology and Archives

XI. Delhi Metro Rail Corporation

XII. Indian Railways

XIII. Delhi Development Authority (DDA)

XIV. Delhi International Airport Ltd. (DIAL)

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APPLICATION FORM

Delhi Tourism & Transportation Development Corporation Ltd.

18-A, DDA, SCO Complex, Defence Colony,

New Delhi-110 024.

Application Form for grant of permission for Shooting of Film

(By Indian Film Makers/Producer)

01 Name & contact details of the Producer

along with brief experience profile

Name-

Address-

Phone no/ Mobile No-

Email id-

02 Name & contact details of the Director

along with brief experience profile

Name-

Address-

Phone no/ Mobile No-

Email id-

03 Name of the film/ title

(copy of the certificate issued by IMPA/

WIFPA to be attached)

04 Name of the Banner

05 Language if the film

06 Type of the film

A/ U

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07 Synopsis and script of the film/ shot (two

sets) (attach a separate sheet if needed)

08 Name & Address of the Local Line

Producer (if any)

09 Name of the main actor/ actress

10 Number of people in the cast

Number of people in the total film unit

11 Date of commencement of film shooting

in Delhi/ Approximate duration of stay

in the city

12 Film Shooting dates & timings (location

wise spot wise per day)

Location to shoot at:

Date/s:

Timings:

Script of the scene to be shot:

(Attach separate sheets and give detailed

information)

13 Place & period of stay in Delhi

14 Details of the all equipments to be used

15 Date of release of the film

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An undertaking format in the format provided shall be enclosed.

Undertaking

With reference to the application for grant of permission for shooting of films in

Delhi, I/We hereby give the following undertaking:

1. Shooting of the film will be done in locations in Delhi, after obtaining all

requisite permissions, in accordance with the script, enclosed with the

application form.

If I/We consider any material changes are necessary in the script, we shall

obtain, the prior approval of the Delhi Tourism &Transportation Development

Corporation Ltd. for such changes

2. I/We note that in the case of assistance to be obtained from other Departments

such as Forest etc. separate agreements as stipulated are required to be signed

with them.

3. I/We shall shoot the film only in the presence of a Liaison Officer/Liaison agency

wherever attached to the team by DTTDC.

4. I/We accept that part of the Liaison Officer’s/Liaison agency’s duty will be to

ensure that nothing detrimental in the depiction of Delhi shall be shot or

included in the film. In the event of any disagreement arising between the team

and the Liaison Officer in this respect, the matter will be immediately referred to

the MD & CEO, DTTDC whose decision will be final. I/We shall ensure that

India’s security interests are not compromised in any manner.

16 Filming in any Forest area is involved, if

yes

17 Filming in any Defence installations are

involved, if so details

18 Signature of Authorized Representative

19 Seal of Company

20 Other particulars, if any

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5. I/We will acknowledge the cooperation by Delhi Tourism in the

movie/documentary’s beginning credits.

6. I/We declare that I/We have not concealed any information which will make me

ineligible for getting permission for film shooting.

7. I agree to acknowledge DTTDC along with its logo and Govt. of Delhi in the

credits of the film nationally and internationally.

8. I agree to pay 10% of the total payable amount towards shooting permissions to

DTTDC as administrative expenses.

Signature of the Producer/Film Maker

Place :

Date : Seal