Maryam Nawaz directs first Punjab film royalty statute
Punjab’s chief minister ordered officials to draft Pakistan’s first film royalty statute, with production rebates and Lahore Film City plans tied to the 2026–27 budget.
Punjab’s chief minister has told officials to prepare Pakistan’s first film royalty statute.
The draft is due before the Punjab Film Authority at its coming session.
Punjabi titles may get a 35% rebate; Urdu titles shot in Punjab may get 20%.
Lahore Film City is slated to open on 15 December 2026, with over Rs589 million earmarked for 2026–27.
Plans also cover a single online location desk, cinema upgrades, solar power, e-tickets, and youth training.