The Vande Bharat Express has become a significant milestone for Indian Railways since its launch in February 2019. It made its debut in films last year, thanks to director Shoojit Sircar, who filmed aboard this modern train. Vineet Abhishek, the Chief Public Relations Officer of Western Railway (WR), shared some exciting details about this development.
Recently, Western Railway announced a remarkable achievement of earning ₹1.72 crore from film and advertisement shoots conducted on its premises between April 1, 2025, and February 15, 2026. This amount surpasses their previous record of ₹1.64 crore from the 2022-23 period.
Abhishek emphasized that Western Railway offers a streamlined process for approving filming permissions. Unlike typical government offices where one has to visit multiple counters, they provide a single-window clearance system. Filmmakers can also apply through the India Cine Hub, managed by the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), making Western Railway unique among railway zones.
Notably, the popular film “O’Romeo,” starring Shahid Kapoor, Nana Patekar, and Triptii Dimri, featured gripping scenes shot on Western Railway property. Furthermore, John Abraham recently filmed at various locations, including the WR Headquarters and Mumbai Central Station, for his movie “Maria IPS.” Ayushmann Khurrana and Sharvari also shot at Goregaon station for their upcoming film “Yeh Prem Mol Liya.”
The ad campaign for an FMCG brand, released in May last year, used the Vande Bharat train as a backdrop, showcasing its significance in marketing and media. In addition to train stations, shooting locations extend to railway yards, administrative offices, and workshops, demonstrating the versatility of Western Railway properties for filmmakers.
Western Railway has hosted numerous notable films over the years, utilizing various locations, from the Churchgate Administrative Office to Goregaon Railway Station, contributing to a vibrant cinematic landscape in the region.
