US EditionMaharashtra 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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FWICE urges Indian film producers to boycott Turkey for shoots due to its support for Pakistan
Mumbai: The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has urged all Indian film producers to reconsider Turkey as a filming destination in light of the country’s growing support for Pakistan. In a statement issued, the film body emphasized the need for the Indian film industry to take a stand against Turkey’s political alignment, urging producers to seek alternative locations for their shoots. FWICE, which represents 36 different crafts…
Turkey Film Shooting Location: FWICE - This organization states that their ideology is 'nation first'.
Why should we contribute to the economic prosperity of a country that is targeting our soldiers and civilians by sending its drones and weapons, and which is walking hand in hand with our enemy Pakistan?
Indian Tourists Look to Greece as Turkey Faces Boycott Over Pakistan Support
Santorini is a popular destination for Indian tourists. Credit: Dimitra Damian / Greek Reporter Indian tourists are boycotting Turkey and Azerbaijan, which have openly supported Pakistan, and shifting their attention to friendlier destinations—notably Armenia and Greece, says a report in Travel and Tour World. In the wake of the April 22, 2025 Pahalgam attack and India’s subsequent military response, a wave of nationalist sentiment has taken hol…
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