National Museum of Indian Cinema
  National Museum of Indian Cinema Location in Mumbai, Maharashtra | |
| Established | 19 January 2019 |
|---|---|
| Location | 2nd Floor, Phase 1, Films Division Complex, Pedder Road, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400026 |
| Coordinates | 18°55′40″N 72°49′42″E / 18.9279°N 72.8284°E |
| Type | Film museum |
| Collection size | Artifacts, equipment, and memorabilia related to Indian cinema |
| Founder | Government of India |
| Website | National Museum of Indian Cinema |
The National Museum of Indian Cinema (NMIC) is a museum located in Mumbai, Maharashtra, dedicated to the history and development of Indian cinema.[1]
History and architecture
[edit]The museum complex consists of two buildings:
- Gulshan Mahal - A restored 19th century Victorian-Gothic heritage bungalow, which was originally built in 1875.[2]
- Modern Glass Galleries - A contemporary building with state-of-the-art exhibition spaces, designed by architect Raj Rewal.[3]
Exhibition galleries
[edit]Gulshan Mahal
[edit]The heritage building chronicles early Indian cinema, featuring:
- The arrival of cinema in India in 1896, with the first film screening by the Lumière brothers.[4]
- India's first feature film, Raja Harishchandra, released in 1913.[5]
- The transition from silent to talkie films in the 1930s.[6]
- The evolution of Indian cinema through the first half of the 20th century, including the rise of Bollywood.[7]
Glass Building Galleries
[edit]The modern structure showcases:
- Regional cinema across India, including films from Tollywood, Mollywood, and Kollywood.[8]
- Technological innovations in filmmaking, including the use of special effects and animation.[9]
- The evolution of contemporary Indian cinema, including the rise of independent films and digital platforms.[10]
- A special gallery dedicated to Satyajit Ray, featuring his Academy Award and contributions to cinema.[11]
Collection
[edit]The museum houses an extensive collection, including:
- Vintage cameras, lights, and filmmaking equipment, such as the Arriflex camera used by Satyajit Ray.[12]
- Interactive technology demonstrations, including a virtual reality experience of a film set.[13]
- A timeline displaying landmark films across 100 years of Indian cinema.[14]
- Memorabilia from iconic Bollywood films, including costumes and props.[15]
- Historic artifacts from Mumbai's film industry, including vintage film posters and photographs.[16]
Visitor experience
[edit]The museum offers an immersive journey through Indian cinema, using:
- Storytelling presentations, including audio guides and interactive displays.[17]
- Interactive galleries, including a gallery on film editing and sound design.[18]
- Multimedia displays, including video installations and virtual reality experiences.[19]
- Musical exhibits, including a gallery on film music and composers.[20]
- Hands-on technology demonstrations, including a workshop on film-making techniques.[21]
References
[edit]- ^ "National Museum of Indian Cinema". www.nmic.gov.in. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ^ Museums of India. National Council of Science Museums. 2024. p. 123.
- ^ "NMIC: A Museum for Indian Cinema". The Hindu. 2020-01-25. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ^ A History of Indian Cinema. Oxford University Press. 2010. p. 12.
- ^ "Raja Harishchandra". www.britannica.com. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ^ "The Transition to Sound in Indian Cinema". Film History. 17 (1): 73. 2005. doi:10.2979/FIL.2005.17.1.67.
- ^ Bollywood: A History. Reaktion Books. 2017. p. 56.
- ^ "Regional Cinema in India". www.indiatoday.in. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ^ "Technology in Indian Cinema". The Financial Express. 2020-02-20. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ^ Contemporary Indian Cinema. Routledge. 2020. p. 145.
- ^ "Satyajit Ray". www.britannica.com. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ^ The Encyclopedia of Indian Cinema. Oxford University Press. 2010. p. 456.
- ^ "NMIC: A Museum for Indian Cinema". The Hindu. 2020-01-25. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ^ "Timeline of Indian Cinema". www.nmic.gov.in. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ^ Bollywood: A History. Reaktion Books. 2017. p. 123.
- ^ "Mumbai Film Industry". www.maharashtratourism.gov.in. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ^ "NMIC: A Museum for Indian Cinema". The Hindu. 2020-01-25. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ^ "Film Editing and Sound Design". www.nmic.gov.in. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ^ Multimedia and Virtual Reality. Routledge. 2020. p. 210.
- ^ "Film Music and Composers". www.nmic.gov.in. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ^ "NMIC: A Museum for Indian Cinema". The Hindu. 2020-01-25. Retrieved 2024-11-23.