- By Shibra Arshad
- Wed, 28 May 2025 08:59 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has received a building layout plan from film director and producer Boney Kapoor, seeking approval to commence development work on Noida Film City in Sector 21.
According to a report by HT, Kapoor's Bayview Projects LLP formally submitted the detailed layout plans this week. The layout submitted by Bayview includes a conference facility for cinematic events and an Indian movie museum. Guest accommodation and an auditorium are also part of the presented layout. Additionally, the plan outlines accommodation for artists and compact studio units. The facility will also feature large sound stages and a dedicated underwater shooting studio.
The layout was presented weeks after YEIDA announced that it would not approve any construction work until the approval for the layout was obtained. The report further added that Boney Kapoor visited the YEIDA office on Monday and discussed the groundbreaking ceremony date, along with seeking approval for the layout.
“The authority had sought that the concessionaire first secure approvals for its core components — film studios and an institute — and then proceed with construction at the ground. The directive, issued through a letter on May 2 to Bayview Bhutani Film City Private Limited stated that construction must begin within a year of signing the concession agreement, which happened on June 27, 2024. It also said non-compliance will attract a daily penalty of ₹1.5 lakh until construction starts,” Yeida chief executive officer (CEO) Arun Vir Singh was quoted as saying in the report.
“Two days ago, we submitted the detailed building layout plans for the approvals that are likely to be issued as per the law. We are eager to start work at the site, and also organise foundation laying event very soon as the state government finalises the date,” said Ashish Bhutani, chief executive officer, Bhutani Infrastructure Limited, which will develop the Film City.
Spanning 1,000 acres, a flagship project of the UP government, Noida Film City aims to transform the region into a hub of media, entertainment and tourism. The project is strategically located near the upcoming Noida International Airport and along the Yamuna Expressway. The development of 250 acres under the first phase is estimated to cost Rs 1,510 crore over eight years.