Guide to Filming in London
Companies/Freelancers with Indian Production Experience
There are several companies and freelancers based in the UK, and also directly in London, that have prior experience of working with Indian productions. You can also hire personnel from the Production Guild's free availability service. These are listed below in three categories:
- Companies with Indian Production Experience (split down into Insurance, Location Managing/Line Producing and Other)
- Freelancers with Indian Production Experience
- Hiring a Line Producer from the Production Guild
Please note: Film London recommends that you conduct your own references for any of the companies/freelancers listed in this section.
Insurance
Incoming productions should purchase the necessary insurance for filming in the UK from India. A company that can assist you with this is:
Marsh India Private Limited
Contact: P Balasubramaniam, VP - Technical
3C, 3rd Floor, Rainbow Arcade,
No.22, Thayagaraya Road,
T.Nagar, Chennai - 600 017
Mobile: + 91 98 8405 0044
Phone: +91 44 4260 4930
Fax: +91 44 4212 8625
Email: p.balasubramaniam@marsh.com
Location Managing/Line Producing
AK Film Services International Ltd
Contact: Kay Ram
Tel: +44 (0)1753 683 339 / +44 (0)7909 881 199
Fax: +44 (0)1753 684 317
Email: kay@kay-express.co.uk
Web: www.akfilmservices.com / www.kay-express.co.uk
Credits: It Could Be You (Vita Corporation, 2005), King of Bollywood (Idream Production, 2003), Khabi Kushi Khabie Gham (Dharma Productions, 2000)
AK Film Services provide everything you might need for your film shoot anywhere in UK. Based in London, the company has been established for many years. To date AK Film Services has helped many feature films, TV dramas, commercials and pop promos. All business is transacted in accordance with BIFA 2005 terms.
Darkside Pictures
Contact: Lee Alliston
Tel: +44 (0)1227 264 355 / +44 (0)7833 772 722
Email: leealliston@btinternet.com
Web: www.darksidepictures.co.uk
Credits: Housefull (2009), Kaun Bola (2008), Salaam-e-ishq (2006), Mr Fraud (Shri Ashtavinayak Cinevision, 2006), Bhagam Bhaag (Shri Ashtavinayak Cinevision, 2006), Salaam-e-ishq (Orion MAD Pictures, 2006)
Full production services offered. A production/location department can assist with: accommodation, catering, crew, lighting packages and camera equipment.
Indian Summer Films
Contact: Joshua Clement
Tel: +44 (0)20 7732 1312 / +44 (0)7859 926 709
Email: joshua@indiansummerfilms.com
Web: www.indiansummerfilms.com
Joshua Clement and Amber Sibley started the company early 2005. Indian Summer aim to illuminate and provide the potential of filming in UK, by offering a wide range of services for their clients - through an excellent network of contacts and relations with suppliers. From consulting, budgeting, hiring crew, casting talent, organising locations to complete production management solutions, Indian Summer helps you to attain your goal and visions efficiently and economically.
Kaybee Production
Contact: Renu Patel
Tel: +44 (0) 20 8903 1330
Fax: +44 (0) 20 8903 1350
Email: info@kaybeemail.net
Web: www.kaybeepictures.co.uk
Credits: Aisa des hai Mera (Sidhant Cinevision - Sony TV, 2006), Time Bomb (Maya Movies - Star Plus, 2005), Aashiq Bechara (Shehnaz Films, 2005), Sambar Salsa (Kaybee Pictures, 2005), L.O.C. (Eagle Films - Zee TV, 2004)
Kaybee Production is a division of the film production company Kaybee Ltd that employs the same expertise that it uses for its own feature films to offer a full or part line producing service. Apart from sourcing crew, equipment, catering, transport and accommodation, Kaybee Production also has a location services, casting and extras services and a music production department. They can take up a whole project from pre-production management to the final delivery, with expertise and a base in both the UK and India.
Location Logistics Ltd
Contact: Simon Cullen
Tel: +44 (0) 1227 763 775 / +44 (0) 7877 292 190
Email: simonlocations@hotmail.co.uk
Credits: Mr Fraud (Shri Ashtavinayak Cinevision, 2006), Bhagum Bhag (Shri Ashtavinayak Cinevision, 2006)
Location/unit management. Transport location vehicles and trailers equipped to client specifications. Security experience, SIA licenced security personnel. Location Logistics offer a complete location support service.
RoyMedia
Contact: Sudip Roy
Tel: +44 (0) 208 866 6680 +44 (0) 7956 894 364
Email: roy@roymedia.net
Web: www.roymedia.net
Credits: Krrish 2 (Fimkraft 20011), Star Plus's Hrithik's (Just Dance 2011), I Can't Think Straight (2008), Haan Maine Bhi Pyar Kiya UK premiere (Shree Krishna International 2002), Pyar Kiya Nahin Jaata (Satyashwami Entertainment Pvt. Ltd 2002)
Sudip Roy has over 20 years of experience in UK Media industry as a Bollywood consultant and line producer.
Apart from being a line producer for both Indian and English films works with the biggest names in Indian television namely, Star, Zee and Sony and can also organise the necessary PR and marketing along with premieres for your films in the UK.
Simy Art Enterprises
Contact: Ashwani Kumar Chopra
Tel: +44 (0)118 931 1091
Fax: +44 (0)118 954 7762
Email: ak47c@hotmail.com
Credits: Babul (BR Films, 2006), Bhagum Bhag (Shri Ashtavinayak Cinevision, 2006), Ramji Londonwale (Cee (I) TV Entertainment Ltd, 2005) Baghban (BR Films, 2003), Pyar Ishq Aur Mohabbat (Trimurti Films, 2000)
UK Film Productions Ltd
Contact: David Choudhry
Tel: +44 (0)7868 753 509 / +44 (0)7896 575 636
Email: info@ukfilmproductions.com
Web: www.ukfilmproductions.com
Credits: Aap Ki Khatir (Venus Films, 2006), Bye Bye Goodbye (2006), Kaise Kahe (2006), Speed (Raftaar, 2005), Cheeni Kum (2006)
UK Film Productions offer full production services in the UK, including line production, locations and permissions. They also provide accommodation, full catering facilities, transport, lighting equipment, camera equipment, UK artists and extras for your film.
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Other
Bollywood Grooves
Contact: Vandana Alimchandani
Tel: +44 (0)7875 023 744
Email: info@bollywoodgrooves.com
Web: www.Bollywoodgrooves.com
Credits: Mighty Truck of Stuff (BBC 2, 2006), Regional Grand Final of Boogie Woogie competition (Sony TV, 2006), BG performers in Children in Need music video (BBC, 2005)
A professional dance company that can provided dancers trained in all aspects of Bollywood dancing including Bhangra as well as other styles. They can also provide a team of great choreographers to add a new flavour to any routine.
C-Atomic Media
Tel: +44 (0)20 8399 1824 / +44 (0)7737 848 725
Email: c_atomicmedia@yahoo.co.uk
Credits: London Dreams (Percept Pictures), Meridian (Seven Islands and a Coconut Tree), Maharaj Duleep Singh (Creative Vision Films)
C-Atomic Media is a production company which also specialises in freelance work - providing fully equipped art and wardrobe departments to cater for films, TV, pop promos and dramas. They actively encourage Bollywood productions to utilise their creative department, providing additional services such as Line Production.
Diva Entertainments Ltd / Honey's Dance Academy
Contact: Rabs Patel
Tel: +44 (0)20 8590 8050 / +44 (0)7956 360 506
Email: Rabs@divaentertainments.com
Web: www.divaentertainments.com / www.honeysdanceacademy.com
Credits: Merchants of Bollywood (2006), Bride and Predjudice (2005), Indian Babu (Himalaya Films, 2004), Khabi Kushi Khabie Gham (Dharma Productions 2000), Mohabbatein (Yashraj Films, 1999)
Diva Entertainments Ltd is an established company with experience in providing all services for Bollywood and mainstream shoots, events and assignments. They can provide a wide array of services from artist provision (actors, dancers from the acclaimed Bollywood dance school Honey's Dance Academy) to choreographers.
Dynamite Models
Tel: +44 (0) 871 226 2151
Email: enquiries@dynamitemodels.com
Web: www.dynamitemodels.com
Credits: Hat Trick (UTV Productions, 2006), Jhoom Barabar Jhoom (Yash Raj Productions, 2006), Bhagum Bhag (Shri Ashtavinayak Cinevision, 2006), Umar (Green Park Movies, 2005), Provoked (Cee I TV, 2005)
Dynamite Models is a model agency who can provide artists from all walks of life for the film and TV industry. They have a vast database of artists comprising of extras/supporting and featured artists, models, actors and entertainers. They also have a 1,000 sq ft studio space which is ideal for castings and auditions. As well as an in-house team of graphic designers, photographers and make-up artists - all of which can provide a one-stop-shop for productions of every size.
First Tiger LLP
Contact: David Rauch
Tel: +44 (0)870 625 2912 / +44 (0)7949 780 515
Fax: +44 (0)20 8400 2913
Web: http://www.firsttiger.co.uk
First Tiger LLP, with offices in London and Mumbai, specialises in locating temporary, serviced and permanent accommodation for a wide range of clients, as well as introducing film companies to potential location sites and offering support in visa applications and work permits.
Hybrid Enterprises Ltd
Contact: Mike Bates (Office) / Mike Stringer (Workshop)
Tel: +44 (0)1277 632 539 / +44 (0)113 217 1300
Fax: +44 (0)113 217 1300 (workshop only)
Email: office@hybridfax.com / studio@hybridfx.com
Web: www.hybridfx.com
Credits: Dhoom2 (Yash Raj Films Pvt. Ltd, 2006), Guru (Madras Talkies, 2006), Gandhi, My Father (Anil Kapoor Film Company, 2006), Creep (Dan Films, 2004), The Return of the King (New Line Cinema, 2003)
Hybrid create and supply special make-up effects for the film, TV and media sectors. Using an in house researched silicone prosthetic material, Hybrid specialise in realistic and close-up filmable make-up work. From script breakdown, Photoshop character design work to dedicated production supervisors and full on set crew, they offer a fully tailored service. Full credit list available on request.
Naila Mughal
Contact: Naila Mughal
Tel: +44 (0)7983 534 113
Email: nailamughal@hotmail.co.uk / naila-artistes@hotmail.co.uk
Web: www.nailamughal.com / www.nailamughalartistes.com
Credits: No 7 Welcome to London (2009), The Infidel? (2009), Dance Premiere League (2009), 0-800 Love (2009), Veer (2009), Kaun Bola (2008), Naughty at Forty (2008), Shoot on Sight (2007), Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal (2007), I See You ( 2006)
Naila Mughal offers a variety of film production services. As well as supplying competitive rates for production equipment, hotels, transport, security, catering, wardrobe and props, Naila Mughal is able to provide basic crew - including Line Producers, Location Managers and Runners. The company also has a specialist branch dealing with talent, from actors to walk-ons, from dancers to entertainers.
Rashmi Dattani - eGold Ltd
Contact: Rashmi Dattani
Tel: +44 (0)20 8203 4227
Mobile: +44 (0)7962 258 859
Fax: +44 (0)20 8203 6054
Email: rashmidattani@yahoo.co.uk / info@egoldltd.co.uk
Credits: Bhagum Bhag (Shri Ashtavinayak Cinevision, 2006)
Providing Value Added Tax (VAT) reclaim services for overseas film companies filming on location in the UK and EEC. Reclaiming VAT on expenses can reduce costs by up to 20% making a big difference to the overall filming budget. Additional services of company formation, budget management and reporting. Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
SG Films Ltd.
Contact: Gautami Trivedi
Tel: +44 (0)7787 576 422
Fax: +44 (0)20 8868 2896
Email: gautamibhatt@yahoo.com
Credits: Sambar Salsa (Kaybee Pictures), Dulha Mil Gaya (Vivek Vaswani Productions / Insight Productions), Kaise Kahe (Siddhesh Productions)
SG Films Ltd is a one stop shop for film production (pre-production to final print), marketing and events management.
The Spotlight
Contact: Amanda Swanne
Tel: +44 (0)20 7440 5041 / 5042
Email: casting@spotlight.com
Web: www.spotlight.com
The Spotlight was founded in 1927 and has since become world-famous for its casting directories. Today over 30,000 performers appear in the book and internet versions of Spotlight, including actors and actresses, child artists, presenters and stunt artists. They offer a comprehensive online casting service, including a breakdown service which allows casting directors to send briefs to over 500 UK-based agents. They also have two fully-equipped casting studios which allow them to post entire sessions online within minutes, so directors / clients can remain in their office in India and watch a casting session take place in real-time.
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Freelancers with Indian Production Experience
Lee Alliston
Location Manager / Production Manager
Member of The Guild of Location Managers
Tel: +44 (0)7833 772 722
Email: leealliston@btinternet.com
Credits: Mr Fraud (Shri Ashtavinayak Cinevision, 2006), Bhagam Bhaag (Shri Ashtavinayak Cinevision, 2006), Salaam-e-ishq (Orion MAD Pictures, 2006), Provoked (Private Moments Ltd, 2006), Backwaters (2006)
Ashwani Chopra
Line Producer/Location Manager
Tel: +44 (0)118 931 1091 / +44 (0)7798 911 543
Fax: +44 (0)118 954 7762
Email: ak47c@hotmail.com / ak48c@hotmail.com
Credits: Babul (BR Films, 2006), Bhagum Bhag (Shri Ashtavinayak Cinevision, 2006), Ramji Londonwale (Cee (I) TV Entertainment Ltd, 2005) Baghban (BR Films, 2003), Pyar Ishq Aur Mohabbat (Trimurti Films, 2000)
David Choudhry
Location Manager / Production Manager
Tel: +44 (0)7868 753 509
Email: davidchoudhry@hotmail.com
Credits: Aap Ki Khatir (Venus Films Pvt Ltd, 2006), Cheeni Kum (UK Film Productions Ltd, 2006)
Joshua Clement
Line Producer / Location Manager
Tel: +44 (0)20 7732 1312 / +44 (0)7859 926 709
Email: ukfilmcrew@yahoo.co.uk
Credits: Namastey London (Block Buster Films, 2006), Appidi Poodu (Shri sai ram arts, 2006), Eshawari (Pulse Media Ltd, 2006)
David Colenutt
Location Manager
Tel: +44 (0)7708 089 033
Email: davidcolenutt@hotmail.com
Credits: London (Inspired Movies), Take Three Girls (Inspired Movies), Exitz (Inspired Movies), Red Mercury (Insipred Movies)
Andrew Dalmahoy
Location Manager
Tel: +44 (0)20 7221 8592 / +44 (0)7941 759 140
Fax: +44 (0)20 7221 8592
Credits: Red Mercury (Inspired Movies)
Bill Hayes
Location Scout/Manager. Production Manager
Tel: +44 (0)7956 222162
Email: bill@billhayes.co.uk
Credits: House Full (Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment), London Romance (Himalaya Films), Chikku Bukku,Thillu Mullu, RA One
Location Manager / Scout
Tel: +44 (0)7792 323 246
Email: vinodjassal@mac.com
Credits: Anuranam (Anokephix, 2006), The Riddle (Manuscript Productions, 2006), Breaking and Entering (Sorting Station Films (Mirage Enterprises), 2005)
Chris Martin
Line Producer
Tel: 07973 961 718
Email: crismartin@talktalk.net
Credits: Jhoom Barabar Jhoom (Yash Raj 2006), Hattrick (UTV 2006), Provoked (CITV 2005); Backwaters (CITV 2005)
Sudip Roy
Tel: +44 (0) 208 866 6680 +44 (0) 7956 894 364
Email: roy@roymedia.net
Web: www.roymedia.net
Credits: Krrish 2 (Fimkraft 20011), Star Plus's Hrithik's (Just Dance 2011), I Can't Think Straight (2008), Haan Maine Bhi Pyar Kiya UK premiere (Shree Krishna International 2002), Pyar Kiya Nahin Jaata (Satyashwami Entertainment Pvt. Ltd 2002)
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Hiring a Line Producer from the Production Guild
The Production Guild is the leading industry association representing and serving the production management and production accounting sector.
They run a free availability service for all incoming producers. If you are looking for a line producer you can send a request by emailing info@productionguild.com or calling 01753 651 767. The Production Guild will send you a full and current list of members directly to you.
Each member entry on the availability list provides you with the member's contact details and the last 5 productions they worked on. This enables you to get an idea of the scale and complexity of their production experience.
Please download the document below to find out more about the services provided by The Production Guild:
The Production Guild
