Odisha government has announced waiver of entertainment tax on Hindi film ‘Zwigato’, which was entirely shot in Bhubaneswar, officials said on Thursday. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik approved a proposal to this effect on Wednesday. The movie is directed by Nandita Das with actors Kapil Sharma and Sahana Goswami in the lead roles. The film depicts the life of a food delivery boy and his struggle. As Odisha government has been promoting the state as a destination for shooting films through its proactive policies, the state government announced Zwigato tax-free. This will promote the tourism potential and provide employment opportunities for the talented local youth, the official said.
Patnaik joined a special screening of ‘Zwigato’ at ‘Naveen Niwas’, his residence, on Wednesday evening and appreciated Nandita’s efforts in promoting Odisha as a destination for shooting commercial films. He praised ‘Zwigato’ for successfully presenting the struggle of common men in cities, besides the artistic portrayal. ‘Zwigato’ will succeed in giving a positive message for social change and human values, Patnaik hoped.