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Bombay Film Society

The Bombay Film Society was an influential organization established in 1946 in Mumbai (formerly Bombay), aimed at promoting and nurturing Indian cinema. It served as a platform for film enthusiasts, filmmakers, and critics to share ideas, organize screenings of international and Indian films, and support artistic expression in filmmaking. The society helped foster a deeper appreciation of cinema as an art form and contributed to the growth of India’s film industry, especially during its formative years. It played a key role in encouraging cultural exchange and enhancing the creative standards of Indian cinema.