Archive · 28 May 2025
Film City Project Faces Hurdles Before Construction Begins
Imagine building a new Film City with movie studios and a film school.
The company in charge, led by Boney Kapoor, has a plan, but the government has some questions.
They're worried about the green spaces and where they want to put the buildings.
The company needs to fix the plan and get approvals before they can start building.
They also need to show that the buildings are safe.
Building will start with the important film stuff first, and then they will add shops and other commercial buildings.
Developer's plan faces objections from YEIDA over green space and zoning.
Proposed changes include film studios on land designated for parks and playgrounds.
The consortium hasn't submitted required fire and structural stability certificates.
YEIDA officials are requesting revisions, focusing initial approval on Phase 1.
Commercial development is contingent on completing at least 15% of core film facilities.
- Who
- Boney Kapoor's consortium and YEIDA
- What
- Concerns and revisions regarding the Film City layout plan
- When
- Plan revisions underway, groundbreaking expected before June 30
- Where
- YEIDA's Sector 21, Noida
- Why
- To ensure compliance with approved land use and safety regulations
YEIDA
Boney Kapoor's Consortium
Green Space Allocation
YEIDA
Green areas must be clearly defined and maintained according to approved plans.
Boney Kapoor's Consortium
The consortium states that green areas are unchanged from approved plans.
Commercial Development Timing
YEIDA
Commercial development will only be permitted after the film-related facilities are sufficiently completed.
Boney Kapoor's Consortium
Construction of commercial buildings is an integral part of the development.
- Developer
- Boney Kapoor-led consortium (with Bhutani Group)
- Project Location
- YEIDA Sector 21, Noida
- Phase 1 Area
- 230 acres
- Total Project Area
- 1000 acres
- Key Infrastructure
- Film studios and a film institute
- Construction Phases
- Three