In a good news for Kashmir's battered tourism industry, film shootings have resumed in the valley, six months after the deadly Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 persons were killed.

The crew of a Telugu film has begun shooting at the Pahalgam tourist resort in south Kashmir's Anantnag district — the site of the April 22 terror attack.

The comedy movie is being directed by Vimal Krishna, known for films such as "Jessie" and "Ladies & Gentleman".

Speaking to the reporters, Krishna said Kashmir is totally safe for visitors and movie shootings.

"I want to thank every Kashmiri. We are the first people to come here for shooting. I can say that it is 100 per cent safe. We feel totally safe. I hope in the coming days, more tourists come here," Krishna said.

The filmmaker said he was looking

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