International Filmmakers Meet Uttarakhand CM to Discuss The Beatles Project in Rishikesh
International filmmakers plan to shoot a project on The Beatles in Rishikesh, aiming to boost local employment and tourism.
Rishikesh, October 18 (Daily Kiran) : Plans are underway for an international film project centered on the iconic British band, The Beatles, to be shot in Rishikesh’s historic Chaurasi Kutia, also known as the Beatles Ashram. The project, titled “Clover,” will explore the lives and music journey of the band members.
On Sunday, a delegation of international filmmakers met with Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami to discuss the upcoming shoot, slated for February 2027. This ambitious project will be directed by Oscar-winning filmmaker Sam Mendes and produced by Neal Street Productions in collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment and Apple Corps.
The project comprises four separate films, each focusing on the life and musical journey of one of The Beatles’ members. The series, titled “The Beatles: A Four Film Cinematic Event,” is set for a global release in April 2028.
The delegation shared that the shoot in Rishikesh will involve over 100 international crew members and approximately 150 Indian crew members. Local technicians and support staff will also be part of the production. Coordination of production activities in India will be managed by On the Road India.
According to a statement from the Chief Minister’s Office, this project is expected to create new job opportunities for local residents. Additionally, it could benefit the region’s hotel, transport, and other commercial sectors.
Chief Minister Dhami highlighted Uttarakhand’s natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, positioning it as an attractive location for film shoots. The state government is implementing a “Film Policy 2024” to provide filmmakers with a supportive environment and essential facilities, aiming to attract more Indian and international film projects to the region, thus generating employment for local artists, technicians, and youth.
Dhami noted Rishikesh’s global identity as a center for yoga and spirituality, emphasizing its historical connection with The Beatles. The CM’s statement also indicated that the filming of this international project could enhance the recognition of Uttarakhand’s cultural and spiritual heritage, potentially increasing the influx of foreign tourists.
The delegation included British film producer and BAFTA nominee Alexandra Derbyshire, Indian film producer Dilip Singh Rathore, and supervising location manager Emma Pill.
