Film city proposed for Kalaburagi and Hubballi to promote regional cinema
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Why in news
Chairman of Sri Kanteerava Studios Limited announced plans to establish film cities in Kalaburagi and Hubballi and the launch of a state-backed OTT platform by Karnataka.
Background
Sri Kanteerava Studios Limited plans to establish smaller-scale film cities in Kalaburagi and Hubballi. The Karnataka government intends to launch its own OTT platform by late January or early February 2026 to promote Kannada cinema and literature.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceKalaburagi and Hubballi are proposed locations for new film cities in Karnataka
- FactKarnataka will be the third Indian state to operate a government-backed OTT platform
- FactThe state-backed OTT platform is expected to be operational by the end of 2026
For Mains
Q. Discuss how state-backed digital infrastructure and regional film cities can promote cultural preservation while fostering the growth of the creative economy.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Cultural preservation: Promoting regional literature and cinema against the hegemony of mainstream content
- Economic decentralization: Creating creative hubs in Tier-II cities like Kalaburagi and Hubballi
- Digital sovereignty: State-led OTT platforms as a tool for linguistic diversity and local content distribution
Keywords: Creative economy · Digital infrastructure · Cultural preservation · Regional cinema · Linguistic diversity
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