Shooting in Orissa , Puri and Konark Marine Drive with pictursque destination can be a wonderful experience, and things could be made even easier if filmmakers have first hand information on what to do and whom to contact. A good start can be made by studying certain basic rules and choosing good local companies at Bhubaneswar and Puri to work with.
Orissa Film Office is under the Office of Film Development Corpration, Orissa and Industries Department of Government of Orissa, Ministry of Industries, Its main duty is to provide infrastructure for shooting for Indian and foreign film productions as well as to create awareness of Konark marine Drive and the unique resort Toshali Sands and its uniqueness and diversity in tern of its vast array of film locations, to promote Puri and Toshali sands as a user-friendly environment for filmmakers. The General Manager of Toshali Sands and the Travel and Tours Dept of Toshali Group also coordinates with related government agencies to assist filmmakers in obtaining necessary permits.
Foreign and Indian filmmakers are required to hire a local coordinator for prompt action to get approvals from India and Orissa state Government Each coordinator must represent the foreign filmmaker for obtaining any necessary permits and associate them selves till film shooting is complete. They are also responsible for representing the film company in any matter arising both during and after the completion of shooting in Orissa.
Once you have chosen and hired a local co-ordinator, they will help you compile the following necessary documents to present to the Government of India and Government of Orissa Film Office on your behalf. When a permit is granted the coordinator appointed by the film shooting company will be monitoring with all Departments and give advice at the shooting locations. He/She will apply a signed sticker to all film/tape used, confirming its content has been monitored.
There are permit fee, service charge in different locations necessary to complete the application process. Once the application along with requisite details are submitted the application can be processed and approval for the same is received with in the approved specified time or else the amount paid for approval will be forfeited. Payment for the services of local coordinator is as agreed between the said coordinator and the filmmaker.
A shooting permit enables foreign filmmakers to shoot in Orissa, however separate permits are required for specific locations such as National Parks, sanctuaries, Zoological garden, Museums, Historical Parks, Monuments beaches. All arrangements should be made as far as possible in advance of shooting dates. Production companies shooting TV commercials, Documentaries, Music Videos and TV programmes should apply for permission at the One-Stop-Service Center at General Manager, Toshali sands, Puri, where the process of application will be completed through the Coordinator appointed by Filming Company.
Local Co-ordinator Company
Filmmakers wishing to film in Orissa, Puri should appoint the coordinator from local area company for handle all arrangements. These companies provide assistance obtaining all legal documentation for filming and work permits, as well as contacting and coordinating with all related agencies. Local coordinator services include recruitment of production crews and talent, location scouting and fulfilling clients' specific needs for equipment,
Individual (a freelance fixer)
Individual (a Freelance Fixer), while supporting filmmakers with their experience, allows filmmakers to get just the help you need, giving more flexibility while saving costs. This is probably the best choice for a small or short-term production, where your team is coming in with much of its own crew.
Post Production
Orissa, Toshali Sands, Puri now has more to offer than spectacular locations. As the resort has contacts with Studios, artists, art directors and independent filmmakers can now take advantage of local companies which have the ability to provide tools, techniques and services that allow them to refine and redefine their artistry. First-class film processing, post-production, sound studios, computer graphics, animation, distribution and much more are readily available at competitive prices. Most of the India’s largest facilities, including Deluxe Laboratories, Technicolor Lab, eFilm and others now offer full services here at bhubaneswar Orissa is going to set to become one of India’s Bollywood of India”for post production.
Equipment Rental
India provides modern studio and production equipment and offers all the comforts of home. Standard and deluxe grip and electric packages are available as well as motor homes, generators, cranes, dollies, process trailers and nearly every form of equipment.
housings, aerial photography, pyrotechnics, special effects, stunt and sling work. Pre Production, Production, and Post Production equipment is available for rent through many companies at relatively low prices. Due to the competitive nature of the entertainment and technology industry, our entertainment equipment, and the skills of our technicians are all keeping pace with repid international advancement. In addition to the high quality work our technicians and crew offer warm hospitality, unique to India.
Studious
India offers many styles and sizes of studious to fit your production needs. In addition to the latest in technology, equipment and facilities, the metropolitan Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai and Hyderabad and Bangalore are host to a vast array of studios is every capacity imaginable. There is great frequent travel communication by Air and train to Bhubaneswar With anything ranging from still shoots, videos and commercials all the way to full size feature films and major events, our studios in the country can fulfill all home to convention centers and stadiums to cater to even the largest scale productions.
