AP IAS Officers Urge Special Film Screenings for Busy Bureaucrats
By : BVS Prakash
Update: 2024-12-02 05:47 GMT
In an interesting move, the IAS Officers Association of Andhra Pradesh has requested Telugu film producers to arrange private screenings of new Telugu movies for them and their families on weekends. The request comes as bureaucrats, occupied with their work, find it difficult to attend regular theater screenings and book tickets. The association has suggested hosting these screenings at a mini-theater built in Vijayawada, which can accommodate 48 members.
T Prasanna Kumar, General Secretary of the Telugu Film Producers Council, confirmed receiving the request from the Andhra Pradesh State Film and Television Development Corporation and the IAS Officers Association. He stated that while no decision has been made yet, the film fraternity has always maintained positive relationships with the state's bureaucrats, and they are open to discussing the proposal.
A leading producer expressed support for the idea, citing the ongoing interactions between filmmakers and government officials for various approvals. "Producers often need to approach the Andhra Pradesh Film and TV Development Corporation for permissions, whether it’s for shooting locations, special shows, or even ticket price hikes. It's in our interest to maintain a cordial relationship with officials, so responding positively to this request seems beneficial," he said.
He also pointed out that new Telugu films are often screened for officials in Andhra Pradesh Bhavan in Delhi and in the home theaters of VIPs in Hyderabad. The producer noted that with the rise of digital platforms, such screenings are more convenient. "These days, star-studded films are released on Thursdays and Fridays, and Sunday screenings for officials could work well. There are no risks of leaks since the films are provided digitally, and access can be restricted to a specific time," he added.
The proposal, if accepted, could see the return of a practice from the past, when a film's print was kept with the Film Development Corporation (FDC) for up to a month. Now, with digital access, films can be sent via a secure link, ensuring piracy concerns are addressed.
T Prasanna Kumar, General Secretary of the Telugu Film Producers Council, confirmed receiving the request from the Andhra Pradesh State Film and Television Development Corporation and the IAS Officers Association. He stated that while no decision has been made yet, the film fraternity has always maintained positive relationships with the state's bureaucrats, and they are open to discussing the proposal.
A leading producer expressed support for the idea, citing the ongoing interactions between filmmakers and government officials for various approvals. "Producers often need to approach the Andhra Pradesh Film and TV Development Corporation for permissions, whether it’s for shooting locations, special shows, or even ticket price hikes. It's in our interest to maintain a cordial relationship with officials, so responding positively to this request seems beneficial," he said.
He also pointed out that new Telugu films are often screened for officials in Andhra Pradesh Bhavan in Delhi and in the home theaters of VIPs in Hyderabad. The producer noted that with the rise of digital platforms, such screenings are more convenient. "These days, star-studded films are released on Thursdays and Fridays, and Sunday screenings for officials could work well. There are no risks of leaks since the films are provided digitally, and access can be restricted to a specific time," he added.
The proposal, if accepted, could see the return of a practice from the past, when a film's print was kept with the Film Development Corporation (FDC) for up to a month. Now, with digital access, films can be sent via a secure link, ensuring piracy concerns are addressed.