Srinagar, Jul 08: Bollywood actor Huma Qureshi on Wednesday promised to shoot a full-fledged film in Kashmir, saying the valley’s breathtaking locations and the warmth of its people continue to draw filmmakers back.
Qureshi made the announcement while interacting with moviegoers at INOX cinema in Srinagar during the promotional event for her recently released film Baby Do Die Do.
“Today our film has been released here, and now I promise that I will shoot a film in Kashmir as well,” she told an enthusiastic audience, drawing loud applause.
Recalling her previous visit to the valley, the actor said she had shot portions of Maharani Season 4 in Kashmir last year.
“We filmed at Char Chinar in the middle of Dal Lake, and it was a wonderful experience. Kashmir is one of the most beautiful places to work, and every visit leaves us with unforgettable memories,” she said.
Highlighting her personal connection with the valley, Qureshi said Kashmir has always held a special place in her heart.
“My mother belongs to Kashmir, so we have a maternal connection with this place. We keep coming back because of the immense love and affection we receive from the people here. It truly feels like home,” she said.
Qureshi was accompanied by her brother, actor and producer Saqib Saleem, who also assured the audience that the siblings would return to the valley for a film project.
“We are grateful to everyone who made this screening possible and thankful for the overwhelming love we have received. We promise that we will plan a film in Kashmir and release it here at INOX as well,” Saleem said.
The promotional event was also attended by the film’s director and other members of the cast, who interacted with fans and posed for photographs.
The screening witnessed a packed house at INOX Srinagar, with cinema lovers turning up in large numbers to meet the actors and watch the film. The audience welcomed the cast with loud cheers, reflecting the growing enthusiasm for Bollywood’s renewed engagement with Kashmir.
The visit comes at a time when film shootings are steadily returning to the valley, with several Bollywood productions choosing Kashmir’s landscapes as filming locations. The revival has been aided by improved infrastructure, government incentives under the J&K Film Policy, and the reopening of cinema halls, signalling a renewed chapter for the region’s film tourism.
