ND's Film World
A Slice of Bollywood: ND's Film World, spread across 43 acres, is a massive film studio and entertainment destination created by the renowned art director Nitin Chandrakant Desai. It has been the iconic filming location for many blockbuster Bollywood movies and popular television serials, offering v isitors a unique behind-the-scenes look at the world of Indian cinema. It features a mix of real, standing sets (both indoor and outdoor) and themed attractions. It functions as a studio for ongoing productions as well as a tourist destination, providing guided tours that allow visitors to explore famous sets like the Sholay village, a grand palace, and a Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace). The park also hosts various recreational activities, themed street food areas, and live performances, making it a complete family entertainment package and a must-visit for Bollywood fans.
General information
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Ideal Duration:
3-4 hoursPlace Type:
Entertainment, Film/Media, Family FunEntry Fees:
Yes, an entry fee is charged.
Standard Entry Fee: Varies based on package, typically starts from Rs.500 to Rs.800 per person for basic entry and guided tour.
Package Deals: Higher fees (e. g. , Rs.1000+) for packages that include food, sp...Yes, an entry fee is charged.
Standard Entry Fee: Varies based on package, typically starts from Rs.500 to Rs.800 per person for basic entry and guided tour.
Package Deals: Higher fees (e. g. , Rs.1000+) for packages that include food, special shows, or access to premium sets.
Student/Group Discounts: Special rates are often offered for large school/college groups. The fees are necessary to cover the maintenance of the massive film sets, the infrastructure, and the cost of the professional guides/performers.Timing:
Regular Timings: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Monday to Sunday). Timings may vary slightly on weekends or for organized evening events.
Ideal Visit Time: Start the tour around 10:00 AM to complete the main sets before the peak midday heat. Also, l...Regular Timings: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Monday to Sunday). Timings may vary slightly on weekends or for organized evening events.
Ideal Visit Time: Start the tour around 10:00 AM to complete the main sets before the peak midday heat. Also, late afternoon (3:00 PM onwards) is ideal for gentler light on the outdoor sets.
Special Event Timings: Evening events like parties and themed nights will have extended hours, sometimes until 10:00 PM or later.Special Events:
Navratri/Diwali Special Events: Themed celebrations are often hosted during major Indian festivals, featuring special live performances, cultural shows, and extended set decorations to attract larger family crowds.
ND's Film City Anniversary:Navratri/Diwali Special Events: Themed celebrations are often hosted during major Indian festivals, featuring special live performances, cultural shows, and extended set decorations to attract larger family crowds.
ND's Film City Anniversary: The studio's anniversary is sometimes marked with special discounts, celebrity appearances, and new attraction launches, usually announced publicly.
New Year's Eve Parties: Large-scale, organized New Year's Eve parties are frequently held here, utilizing the vast set spaces for a unique celebration backdrop.Best Photo Spots:
The Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace) The mirrored hall provides infinite reflections and a glamorous, unique backdrop for dramatic, high-impact portraits and cinematic selfies.
The Royal Palace Courtyard: The majestic scale of the palace exterior, especially when shot w...The Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace) The mirrored hall provides infinite reflections and a glamorous, unique backdrop for dramatic, high-impact portraits and cinematic selfies.
The Royal Palace Courtyard: The majestic scale of the palace exterior, especially when shot with a wide-angle lens, gives a grand, epic feel to the photographs.
Themed Street/Jail Sets: The detailed, realistic sets like the Jail Khana or Chor Bazaar allow for fun, costume-play, and dramatic storytelling photography.
View from the Top of a Set: Capture a wide-angle view of the entire 43-acre complex from an elevated set, showing the scale and variety of the different worlds built within the studio.Photo Gallery
Things To Do
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Guided Studio Tour: Take the official guided tour to explore the main outdoor and indoor sets, learning about the movies and shows that were shot at each location.
Set Photography: Get your picture taken on famous sets like the Royal Palace, the village, or the Sheesh Mahal, living out your own Bollywood fantasy.
Themed Activities: Participate in recreational activities, attend live shows, and enjoy street performances and music programs often organized in the themed areas.
Food Exploration: Try the various themed food stalls and restaurants like the Retro Cafe and Khau Gali (food street), which offer a fun atmosphere along with snacks and meals.
Shopping: Browse the gift shops for movie memorabilia, local crafts, and small souve...
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Why Famous:
Blockbuster Filming Location: It is famous as the primary shooting location for many iconic Bollywood films (Jodhaa Akbar, Prem Ratan Dhan Payo) and popular TV shows, allowing visitors to stand where their favorite stars have worked.
Art Directo...Blockbuster Filming Location: It is famous as the primary shooting location for many iconic Bollywood films (Jodhaa Akbar, Prem Ratan Dhan Payo) and popular TV shows, allowing visitors to stand where their favorite stars have worked.
Art Director's Vision: The studio itself is the brainchild of National Award-winning art director Nitin Desai, known for his grandiose and historically accurate set designs, making the location a tribute to art and craft in cinema.
Experiential Tourism: It offers a rare, accessible opportunity for the general public to step directly onto professional film sets and experience the magic of Bollywood firsthand, which is a massive draw for Indian and international tourists. -
Architecture:
Grand Set Pieces: The 'architecture' is primarily that of massive, detailed, and reusable film sets, designed for durability and visual impact on screen. Key structures include a replica of the Sholay village (Gabbar Singh ka Adda), a grand Royal Palace set, and an intricat...Grand Set Pieces: The 'architecture' is primarily that of massive, detailed, and reusable film sets, designed for durability and visual impact on screen. Key structures include a replica of the Sholay village (Gabbar Singh ka Adda), a grand Royal Palace set, and an intricately designed Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace) complete with mirrored walls.
Themed Zones: The studio is divided into various themed outdoor and indoor zones (e. g. , a Chor Bazaar, a Retro Cafe, a Jail Khana set) designed to recreate different geographical and historical backdrops needed for shooting.
Studio Infrastructure: Beyond the sets, the complex includes modern sound stages, production offices, post-production facilities, and accommodations, representing a self-contained cinematic ecosystem.
Dimension: Spreads over 43 acres. Sets are life-sized to grand-scale for realistic filming. -
How To Reach:
By Air: Nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) in Mumbai (approx. 70 KMS). From Mumbai, hire a taxi or take a train to Karjat or Khopoli.
By Train: Take a Mumbai local train (Central Line) to Karjat Junc... -
Near Tourist Places:
Imagicaa Theme Park (10 KMS), Zenith Waterfall (20 KMS), Kondeshwar Temple (20 KMS), Mahavir Temple (15 KMS), Palasdari Waterfall (12 KMS), Bhor Ghat (15 KMS), Matheran (40 KMS), Khopoli (8 KMS), Lonavala (30 KMS), Ulhas Valley (20 KMS).
Tourism Tips
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Health & safety: Wear a hat and use sunscreen, as much of the tour is outdoors. The studio is safe and well-managed with security and first aid on-site.
Packing: Carry your camera, a water bottle, comfortable walking shoes, and a power bank...
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