Maharashtra at European Film Market (EFM) 2026, Berlin

The National Film Development Corporation facilitated Maharashtra’s strategic participation at the European Film Market 2026, held alongside the Berlin International Film Festival in Berlin. EFM remains one of the world’s most influential marketplaces for film financing, sales, distribution, and international co-productions, convening producers, studios, sales agents, and decision-makers from across the global film industry. Maharashtra’s engagement formed part of India’s wider cultural and industry outreach initiatives. The Maharashtra delegation, led by Ashish Shelar, Minister for IT & Cultural Affairs, presented the state’s film ecosystem, policy advantages, and production capabilities to international stakeholders. Officials from the Cultural Affairs department and representatives of Maharashtra Film Stage & Cultural Development Corporation Ltd. participated alongside industry members. A central highlight of the presentation was the infrastructure at Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari (Film City), Mumbai, positioned as an integrated production hub offering studios, outdoor sets, and post-production facilities within a single ecosystem. The delegation also emphasized the creative and commercial momentum of Marathi cinema, noting its expanding recognition on international festival circuits. Discussions focused on global co-production opportunities, talent collaboration, and film tourism potential. Maharashtra’s policy framework, funding support mechanisms, and filmmaker-friendly environment were showcased as key drivers for international partnerships and foreign investment. NFDC reaffirmed its role in supporting state-level industry outreach and strengthening India’s engagement across leading global film markets.