Mumbai 30% Pricier Than Hyderabad

Pranay Reddy Vanga, the producer of the film 'Animal' starring Ranbir Kapoor, has stated that making a film in Hyderabad can be 20-30% cheaper than in Mumbai. Vanga, who is the brother of director Sandeep Reddy Vanga, shared his experience of making 'Animal' in Mumbai and compared the two film industries.

The main reasons for the difference in cost between Hyderabad and Mumbai are studio space and infrastructure, according to Vanga. He explained that Hyderabad has more options when it comes to setting up a film shoot, and that people are more willing to help due to the respect among filmmakers.

Vanga also noted that Mumbai productions are more corporate and formal in their way of working, with everything documented and controlled. In contrast, Hyderabad's film industry is more flexible and informal. The audience in Mumbai is also less star-driven compared to the Telugu market.

The film 'Spirit', starring Prabhas and Tripti Dimri, is currently in production and is being made in Hyderabad. Vanga's decision to make the film in Hyderabad is likely due to the cost savings he mentioned.

## Why it matters The difference in production costs between Hyderabad and Mumbai could have significant implications for the film industry. With many big-budget films being made in India, the cost savings of shooting in Hyderabad could be substantial. This could lead to more filmmakers choosing to shoot in Hyderabad, boosting the local economy and film industry.

The contrast between the formal and corporate approach of Mumbai's film industry and the more informal and flexible approach of Hyderabad's film industry also highlights the different working styles and cultures of the two cities. As the Indian film industry continues to grow and evolve, the choice of shooting location could become an increasingly important factor for filmmakers.