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Macron courts Indian cinema in Mumbai meet
17 Feb
Summary
- French President Emmanuel Macron met Indian actor Richa Chadha.
- The meeting focused on boosting independent cinema and Indo-French collaborations.
- Macron engaged with filmmakers to strengthen cultural ties between nations.
French President Emmanuel Macron recently engaged with members of India's film and creative community during his visit to Mumbai. Actor Richa Chadha was among the prominent figures who met with the President, discussing ways to make independent cinema more feasible in both nations.
This dialogue aimed to strengthen cultural ties between India and France, with a particular emphasis on co-production opportunities. Chadha highlighted the significant role France has played in her career and the broader Indian film industry through successful Indo-French co-productions like 'Masaan' and 'Girls Will Be Girls'.
President Macron shared photographs from the meeting on social media, underscoring the importance of cross-border partnerships in cinema. The discussion also touched upon improving cinema distribution networks between the two countries, signaling a commitment to deeper collaboration.
