To boost the visibility of regional cinema and provide much-needed support to the Marathi film industry, the state government has announced plans to organise a Marathi Film Festival in Mumbai. The announcement to this effect was made on Tuesday by the state’s Cultural Minister, Ashish Shelar.

Speaking to the media, Shelar mentioned that the festival would be held on par with international standards. He stated that the venue and dates for the event would be finalised soon. “We are planning a Marathi Film Festival that will match international standards. A committee consisting of industry experts will be formed to decide on the parameters and the films to be showcased,” he said.