On the morning of May 7, as the Indian Armed Forces carried out Operation Sindoor, a different mission kicked off in Mumbai’s film production circles – the race to claim Sindoor as a film title. #bollywood #operationsindoor #trending #movies #IndoPakWar https://t.co/brgopy0foi
Bollywood filmmakers and actors make beeline to secure titles relating to Operation Sindoor https://t.co/3bBfr5ca7a
All about film on Operation Sindoor, makers' apology and clarification https://t.co/9HJzfYSyFw
Following the launch of Operation Sindoor by the Indian Armed Forces on May 7, there has been a notable surge in interest within Bollywood to secure film titles related to the operation. Production houses and actors have been actively applying for rights to use the name 'Operation Sindoor' or variations thereof. Industry bodies such as the Indian Motion Picture Producers' Association (IMPPA) and the Indian Film & Television Producers Council (IFTPC) have reported increased applications for these titles. Notably, Jackie Bhagnani's production company, Pooja Entertainment, issued a statement addressing recent news and social media discussions about their film titled 'Operation Sindoor,' including an apology and clarification regarding the project. This trend highlights the intersection of current military events and the Indian film industry's efforts to capitalize on topical themes.