Vidya Balan's upcoming film 'Begum Jaan' has been declared tax-free in Jharkhand by Chief Minister Raghubar Das as most of the movie's shooting took place in the state of Jharkhand. Begum Jaan revolves around the life of a Brothel's Madam and the events after India-Pakistan partition. The film has been given a subsidy of Rs 2 crore for the promotion of Jharkhand as a suitable film destination.
Director Srijit Mukherji shared his joy on Twitter:
"Delighted to announce that 'Begum Jaan' has been declared tax free in Jharkhand and has also been given a subsidy of 2 cr under the Government Policy of Promotion of Jharkhand as a Film Destination," wrote Mukherji.
Producer Mahesh Bhatt was also happy to hear this ad Tweeted:
"Thank you Jharkhand! Thank you Raghubar Das Ji! Your support to our film 'Begum Jaan' has made a great difference. Thank you! @dasraghubar."
Begum Jaan will be releasing this week on Friday April 14, 2017.