Veteran celebs furious over neglecting film industry in Punjab budget

Veteran actor Ghulam Mohiuddin said that Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb, during her meeting with actors, assured to take steps for the promotion of the film industry but nothing practical has been implemented.

Distinguished director Syed Noor said it was disappointing that the provincial government ignored film industry in the budget. He said that the authorities should have allocated specific amount for the revival of the cinema in the country.

Legendary actor Shafqat Cheema also raised voice and said that showbiz always gets fake pledges and vows. He said if the governments pay serious attention on this matter, then the industry can be taken on the top again.

Meanwhile, renowned actor Javed Sheikh said that the rulers make tall claims every year for the development of the industry but never implement them.

Earilier on Friday, Punjab Finance Minister Dr Aisha Ghaus Pasha presented provincial budget with an estimated outlay of Rs 1,970 billion in Punjab Assembly.