Vishnu Vardhan Induri

Special Report : INCA Conclave Calls for a National Film Industry Policy! The Indian National Cine Academy (INCA) conclave and awards, held recently in Mumbai, brought together some of the biggest voices in the entertainment industry—an evening that celebrated cinematic excellence while also confronting the sector’s pressing realities. Beyond the glitz, the conversations were rooted in the future—focused on long-term growth, sustainability, and structural reform. Four key recommendations emerged with strong consensus: 1. Expanding Theatrical Infrastructure - India has nearly 19,100 PIN codes, yet only about 3,100 have access to a movie theatre. The conclave stressed the urgent need to bridge this gap by enabling theatre development in underserved regions, backed by government incentives. 2. Bringing Film Crafts Under Skill Development - The industry employs over 27 lakh people across creative, technical, and support roles. Recognising 24 film crafts under the Government of India’s skill development framework would formalise training, uplift standards, and strengthen the workforce. 3. Incentivising Domestic Film Production - To compete globally, state governments must offer rebates and incentives on par with international hubs. This would not only encourage filmmakers to shoot within India but also boost local employment and allied industries. 4. Enforcing Cost Discipline in Production - With rising production costs and shrinking revenues, financial viability has become a major concern. The way forward lies in tighter budgeting, rationalised pay structures, and a more disciplined approach to spending. The INCA conclave signals a clear shift—an industry ready to move beyond conversations and engage in meaningful policy dialogue around access, training, and sustainability. What are your thoughts on the way forward? #INCACONCLAVE #INCA2026 #INDIANCINEMA @producers_guild @vishinduri

#INCAAwards on 15 & 16 th April Mumbai!

#INCA - Indian National Cine Academy was launched in Mumbai where 12 film industries come together under one platform. The Producers Guild of India has joined as chief patron of the initiative. They will be instituting awards in 12 Indian languages where credibility will be the key. #VishnuInduri founder of INCA said : “It is being built with intent, integrity, and purpose. Our goal is to create a permanent national institution that enables collaboration across industries, celebrates excellence fairly, and builds a universal talent database for Indian cinema,” #ShibasishSarkar, president of the Producers Guild of India, added: “INCA represents an important step towards institutionalizing collaboration, credibility, and transparent processes in building an unified awards platform that celebrates all Indian languages equally and credibly”

A historic step towards unity in Indian cinema. 🇮🇳🎬 Indian National Cine Academy (INCA) joins hands with the Producers Guild of India to create a single, powerful platform that celebrates stories beyond language and region. One Nation. One Celebration. One Indian Cinema.