National Museum of Indian Cinema
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Established19 January 2019
Location2nd Floor, Phase 1, Films Division Complex, Pedder Road, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400026
TypeFilm museum
 "Gandhi and cinema" exhibit at the 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]
Exhibition galleries
Gulshan Mahal
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
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]