Bihar Emerges as New Cinema Hub: Simplified Film Shooting Permissions Under Film Promotion Policy
Bihar is rapidly positioning itself as India’s emerging film shooting hub, with 39 films shot in the state in just one year under the Bihar Film Promotion Policy 2024. The policy offers up to ₹4 crore in subsidies for projects shooting 75%+ in Bihar, attracting Bollywood producers and boosting local tourism and jobs.
Bihar Film Policy: Key Incentives and Permissions
Launched in 2024, the Bihar Film Promotion Policy streamlines permissions through a single-window clearance system, making approvals faster than ever. Producers can now get shooting permissions for films, web series, and documentaries in days via the Bihar State Film Development & Finance Corporation portal (biharfilm.web.app).
Major Incentives:
Financial Grants: ₹2–4 crore subsidy—one of India’s highest—for Hindi/regional films shooting 75% in Bihar.
Simplified Permissions: One-window system for locations, security, power, and logistics.
Infrastructure Support: Film city planned in Rajgir; 3D/VR location scouting portal live.
Local Hiring Boost: Preference for Bihar crew, promoting skill development.
Since rollout, 37–39 projects (films, series, docs) received approvals, including Pankaj Tripathi’s Oh My Dog (Senapati) shot in Patna.
Success Stories: 39 Films in One Year
In 2024–25 alone, Bihar hosted shoots across Patna, Rajgir, Bhagalpur, and more, transforming “unsafe” perceptions into a filmmaker’s paradise. Highlights:
Multilingual Boom: Hindi, Bhojpuri, regional films leveraging Bihar’s diverse landscapes.
Star Arrivals: Big Bollywood names drawn by subsidies and Nitish Kumar’s vision.
Tourism Link: Shoots spotlight heritage sites, spiking visitor interest.
Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha envisions Bihar as a “prominent film destination” with world-class facilities.
How to Get Film Shooting Permission in Bihar
The process is now digital and hassle-free via biharfilm.web.app:
Step-by-Step Guide:
- Register Online: Submit project details (script, budget, shoot plan).
- Select Locations: Use 3D/VR previews of 100+ sites (historical, natural).
- Single-Window Approval: Permissions for police, electricity, transport in 7–15 days.
- Claim Subsidy: Post-shoot audit for 75% compliance; grants disbursed.
- Contact: Bihar Film Corporation (Secretary Pranav Kumar) for queries.
No cap on single-screen cinema financing; vanity vans and post-production support available.
Bihar vs Other States: Why Choose Bihar Now?
| State | Max Subsidy | Shooting % Req. | Permissions | Film City Plans |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bihar | ₹4 Cr | 75% | Single-window | Rajgir (Green) |
| Uttarakhand | ₹2.5 Cr | 70% | Multi-dept | None |
| UP | ₹3 Cr | 60% | Online portal | Noida |
| MP | ₹2 Cr | 50% | Fast-track | None |
Bihar’s highest subsidy and location diversity (temples, rivers, villages) give it an edge.
Future: Film City and Job Creation
Plans for a green film city in Rajgir include studios, media centres, attracting global investors. Expected to create thousands of jobs in production, VFX, hospitality. Government eyes Bihar stories for authentic cinema, from Mahabharata epics to modern tales.
Apply Now: Bihar Awaits Your Story
Filmmakers, leverage Bihar’s policy for cost-effective, scenic shoots. Download policy PDF from biharfilm.web.app and start scouting—Patna to Purnia, every frame tells a Bihar story.
Latest Bihar Film News: 39 shoots prove policy success; more incentives coming 2026.