UK Plans Three Bollywood Films From 2026, Creating 3,000 Jobs

Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that three new Bollywood films will be produced in Britain starting in early 2026, led by India's leading film company Yash Raj Films after an eight-year hiatus from filming in the UK. This move is expected to create approximately 3,000 jobs and boost the British economy, showcasing the UK as a premier global filmmaking destination. The announcement highlights the benefits of the UK-India trade deal, which aims to strengthen collaboration between the two countries' creative industries. Starmer emphasized that Bollywood's return to Britain brings investment, opportunity, and cultural exchange, aligning with broader trade and economic goals. The UK film industry, contributing £12 billion annually and supporting 90,000 jobs, stands to gain from India's large and growing entertainment market. The Prime Minister's visit to India included engagements with Bollywood studios and reinforced the importance of creative sector partnerships under the new trade agreement.