On September 29, US President Donald Trump announced a 100% tariff on films produced outside the United States. The move, shared via his social media platform Truth Social, cited concerns over the US movie industry being “stolen” by overseas productions. This announcement has sparked reactions from the Indian film industry, raising questions about potential impacts on foreign films and opportunities for domestic cinema.

Donald Trump’s 100% tariff on movies produced outside the United States has drawn responses | Credit: X/TRUMP_ARMY_

Producers Guild of India weighs in

Shibasish Sarkar, President of the Producers Guild of India, offered his interpretation of the new tariff. He believes Trump’s plan is aimed at protecting local US jobs and investments rather than targeting international f

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