Consul General Dr. Valsan Vethody attended the ‘FT Films Today’ Awards in Mumbai as the Chief Guest on 19 April 2024.
‘Films Today’ Magazine, a popular Bollywood Tabloid, is a collaboration between FT Films Today and the Enarr Group led by Dr. Shhyam R Singhania. The Singhania family, renowned in India, owns various businesses like the Raymond Group and Enarr Capital.
Previously, the former Governor of Maharashtra had graced the Films Today Mumbai Ratna Awards as the Chief Guest, held in 2021 at The Raj Bhavan.
During his address to a large audience consisting of prominent figures from Bollywood, including producers, directors, and actors, the Consul General advocated for Film Tourism, and spoke of Sri Lanka's landscapes, facilities, and cultural richness. He presented videos promoting Film Tourism and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) in Sri Lanka.
Following the official function, guests engaged with the CG expressing their interest in filming in Sri Lanka, including the possibility of a serial based on the Ramayana.
Consulate General of Sri Lanka
Mumbai
24 April 2024
