An Israeli film production house has selected Sri Lanka to shoot its latest feature film ‘Arugam Bay’ in the eastern region of the nation.
United Channel Movies (UCM) has commenced shooting its feature film at the Arugam Bay beach, which is a renowned surfing spot in Sri Lanka.
The main filming will be taking place in Arugam Bay, Colombo, as well as in Tel Aviv – Israel, while this film is expected to be screened in Israel and over 50 countries across Europe.
The film is about a young Israeli group travelling to Sri Lanka for surfing and life experiences, while it will also highlight the warm hospitality of Sri Lankans, and the genuine love and care offered to foreigners in general.
Sri Lanka-based international film production company Frames TV & Film Productions will be joining hands with UCM Productions, Israel Film Commission, and Sri Lanka Tourism to produce the film.
“I have been travelling to Sri Lanka for over 15 years and it is like a second home to me. The current situation facing Sri Lanka did not stop my return to the island and undertaking this film. We are happy to be back in Sri Lanka and I’m confident this film ‘Arugam Bay’ will gain greater success,” Film Director Marco Camal said while sharing his thoughts on filming in Sri Lanka.
Sri Lankan Tourism Authorities believe the shooting of ‘Arugam Bay” will be a great opportunity for Sri Lankan international film industry as well as for the inbound film tourism industry.(NewsWire)