Bollywood Blockbusters Heading to Britain: Yash Raj Films Inks Major UK Production Deal

According to a recent announcement, the leading Indian film production and distribution company Yash Raj Films has inked a deal to shoot three major productions across the UK starting in early 2026. This marks the end of an 8-year absence for the company in the UK, underscoring the early impact of the UK-India trade deal on the creative sector.

The productions are expected to create more than 3,000 jobs and inject millions of pounds into the British economy. The announcement was made by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer during a visit to Yash Raj Studios in Mumbai, accompanied by a delegation of British film industry heavyweights.

"Bollywood is back in Britain, and it's bringing jobs, investment and opportunity, all while showcasing the UK as a world-class destination for global filmmaking," Starmer said. The UK film industry contributes £12 billion ($16.1 billion) annually to the economy and supports 90,000 jobs across the country, making it an attractive destination for international filmmakers.

For Yash Raj Films, the return to British shores carries particular resonance, as the company's most iconic film, "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" (DDLJ), was shot extensively in the UK. The company's English musical stage adaptation of the film, "Come Fall in Love," is also being staged across Britain.