Jimmy Sheirgill: If UP provides low-cost studios and new locations, filmmakers will surely come

Jimmy Sheirgill, renowned for his diverse roles in Bollywood and beyond, returned to Gorakhpur after 32 years. Speaking at TOI Dialogues, he fondly recalled his 15 years spent there, marveling at the city’s transformation. Jimmy praised UP’s cinematic appeal, urging exploration beyond crime genres, and envisioned a thriving film industry with improved infrastructure.