MUMBAI: It’s been around a month-and-a-half since the shoot of films and TV shows came to a halt in Maharashtra following a surge in COVID-19 cases. 

Most makers moved their units to other states to continue the shoot and not let their shows suffer another setback like the one faced during the nationwide lockdown last year. However, they can now heave a sigh of relief as the shoot of films and shows likely to resume in Mumbai soon.

Producer JD Majethia, who is the chairman of Indian Films and Television Producers Council (IFTPC), says, “It is quite a challenge to shoot away from home. I am sure that those shooting in other states must be waiting to return to Mumbai. We are in constant touch with CM Uddhav Thackeray, and his office regarding this matter. I am hopeful that we will be granted permission to resume the shoot in Mumbai.”.

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Meanwhile, the actor-producer is leaving no stone unturned to maintain a happy and healthy environment on the set of his TV show Wagle Ki Duniya - Nayi Peedhi Naye Kissey. The unit is currently shooting for the show in Silvassa. 

“Apart from tackling challenges at work, we also have to make sure that people aren’t homesick. So, we entertain and engage them by playing games, celebrating all big and small events, including birthdays and anniversaries. After pack up, we have music sessions and play games. Our unit is like one big happy family and we have to make sure that they feel positive when they are at work. While we try everything to boost their morale, ghar ghar hota hai. All of us miss our loved ones and Mumbai ki khushboo. We are eagerly waiting to return home and resume the shoot on the set of Wagle.”, he ended on a positive note. 

Credit: ETimes