- By Swati Singh
- Thu, 15 May 2025 06:29 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has announced a complete boycott of Turkey for movie shoots. The announcement came amid the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan with Turkey’s continued support to the latter. According to the announcement, “no Bollywood or Indian films will be shot in Turkey, effective immediately.” Also, no Indian producers are allowed to take any movie.
FWICE wrote in a statement, “The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), the apex body representing 36 crafts of workers, technicians, and artists in the Indian media and entertainment industry, strongly urges all Indian film producers to reconsider choosing Turkey as a shooting destination in light of its growing support towards Pakistan on matters that deeply concern India’s national interests.”
“FWICE has always stood firm in its belief that “Nation Comes First." In view of recent developments and Turkey’s consistent positioning in support of Pakistan, which has raised concerns regarding national integrity and security, we believe it is not in the best interests of the Indian film industry to invest or collaborate in any form that could indirectly support or benefit such a nation,” it further added.
The statement read, “We therefore appeal to all production houses, line producers, actors, directors, and crew members across the Indian film fraternity to stand in solidarity with the nation and boycott Turkey as a location for film shoots until such time that the country revisits its diplomatic stance and aligns with principles of mutual respect and non-interference.”
Turkey has been supporting Pakistan amid India-Pakistan tensions. President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's expression of solidarity with Pakistan has drawn strong reactions from Indians, straining diplomatic ties between India and Turkey. As Indians have called for a complete boycott of Turkey, the bookings for Turkey and Azerbaijan have decreased by 60%, while cancellations have surged by 250% in the past week, according to MakeMyTrip.
