Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, actors Mohanlal, Suhashini Maniratnam, Minister of Culture and Youth Saji Cherian, spokesperson on Saturday during the inauguration function of Kereral’s film policy in Thiruvananthapurama. | Photo Credit: Nirmal Harindran
On the first day of the Conclave of Keral Film Policy, organized cultural department on Saturday, he witnessed discussions on a number of questions about the Malaysian film industry, from those concerning contractual agreements and minimum wages for gender justice, inclusivity and even high food and drinks in cinema. The Minister of Cultural Affairs Saji Cherian said that the proposals that appeared on Conclaves would be published on the public comment website, after which the government plans to prepare film policy within two months within two months.
One of the main problems raised about women’s safety on scenes was the need to improve the functioning of the committee for internal complaints with clear definitions of the workplace. During the shooting duration, safe places and all basic equipment should be provided. It is possible to consider maternity leave and other advantages and nurseries. Representatives in Conclave pointed out that the equality of women and men still does not exist in the cinema sector. A system should be created for the appeal. Legal protection against cyber attacks and online hate campaigns were required.
In working hours
Long and irregular working hours in the field became a point of discussion in another panel. The demand was increased for overtime wages. The guaranteed jobs, especially for people with lower reward, were another proposal because the slender periods are often longer between two films. Wage disparity was also increased in this industry, with complaints that up to 80% of the production budget of some films was spent on the main actors, while much of the large part remained insufficiently paid. Mr. Cherian said that although there is no clarity about the ways to solve this problem, steps to solve it may be launched in the long run. Although the question of lack of contracts was observed, the Federation Federation Federation Federation (FEFKA) claimed that the accusation is not entirely true.
The discussion of the use of technology has witnessed divergent views with some in favor of using it effectively, while others expressed concern whether it would engulf the soul of the cinema. Government subsidies for independent films should be increased. Theater edition and OTT should be provided by independent films. At least one show for independent movies should be guaranteed. The jury at the state level has been designed to choose films to be sent to various international film festivals.
Entertainment tax
Exhibitors repeated the requirement to remove tax tax, as GST also applies. They also demanded that the government to provide loans for low interest rates to modernize theaters.
Legal protection has been required to prevent the manipulation of the film assessment. Even independent low -budget films should be ensured by minimal theaters in theaters to recruit investments. Problems in the TV serial sector were also discussed on Conclave.
Main Minister Pinarayi Vijayan launched Conclave earlier on the day.
Published – August 2 2025 9:11
