Suniel Shetty meets Bihar CM, discusses upcoming film shoot in Patna
Patna, August 11
Bollywood actor-producer Suniel Shetty met Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary in Patna on Monday to discuss logistics for an upcoming film shoot, with the production expected to span 50 to 60 days from October 2026.
Speaking to the media after the meeting, Shetty said the state's new film-related policies and its growing appeal as a filming destination were key reasons for the discussions.
"We held a meeting with the entire department. We want to come here for a shoot. Since new film-related policies have been introduced and Bihar is emerging as a major destination for filming, we came to discuss the logistics of a shoot that will span about 50 to 60 days," Shetty said.
The actor-producer also praised the chief minister's approach towards the film industry and broader industrial development in the state.
"The response of the CM has been very positive... He is positive about everything, including growth; he wants industries to come here. Since he is supportive of all these aspects, I believe it will happen," he said.
Shetty has met Bihar government officials as part of plans to scout locations in Patna and Sitamarhi for the upcoming movie, which is rooted in real-life events.
The development comes against the backdrop of Bihar's efforts to promote filmmaking through its new film policies, with the state positioning itself as a destination for film productions.
Suniel Shetty was last seen in 'Welcome To The Jungle'. As per reports, he will next be seen in the much-anticipated 'Hera Pheri 3.'
— ANI
Reader Comments
This is actually a big deal. Bollywood rarely comes to Bihar except for a few songs or quick sequences. A full 50-60 day schedule means they're serious. Hope this brings more filmmakers and creates local job opportunities for technicians and spot boys. And Hera Pheri 3 is long overdue!
First it was Bhojpuri films, now Bollywood is coming. Bihar's film policy is slowly working. But I hope the shoot actually happens and it's not just a photo-op announcement. Too many times we see big talk and then nothing materializes. Let's see what happens in October 2026.
As someone who follows Indian cinema from abroad, this is promising. Bihar has such rich storytelling material - from historical sites to rural landscapes. A real-life rooted story filmed there will bring authenticity. Also, it's about time Bollywood looked beyond Mumbai, Delhi, and Rajasthan for shooting locations.
Good to see but I wish the central government also paid attention to Bihar's infrastructure for such things. The state government alone can't do everything. We need better roads, better connectivity, and more hotels to host film crews. Let's hope the administration follows through with proper arrangements. 🤞
Interesting move by Shetty. Bihar's potential as a filming destination has been underrated for long. The architecture in Patna and the rural beauty of Sitamarhi could give a fresh visual identity to Indian cinema. This is a win-win - the film gets unique locations, and Bihar gets exposure.
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