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Maharashtra cine-employees’ body appeals for boycott of Turkey for film shoots

On May 14, 2025, FWICE, representing a large segment of India's film industry workforce, called on Indian filmmakers to avoid shooting films in Turkey due to concerns over the country’s diplomatic policies.
The appeal follows Turkey and Azerbaijan's May 8 statements supporting Pakistan and condemning India's airstrikes, heightening India-Pakistan tensions.
The boycott gained momentum with calls from celebrities like Rupali Ganguly and industry leaders, alongside widespread social media outrage over Turkey's military support to Pakistan.
FWICE highlighted that Turkey's backing of Pakistan contradicts India's national interests and urged all film industry stakeholders to avoid filming in Turkey until this stance changes.
The boycott reflects broader economic and diplomatic pressures, including demands to ban Turkish imports, signaling potential impacts on bilateral relations and trade.

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