Anupam Kher appointed new FTII chairman
Anupam Kher is new FTII chairman
Anupam Kher replaces Gajendra Chauhan whose appointment had created a furore in the institute two years ago
Veteran actor Anupam Kher has been appointed as the new chairman of Pune-based Film and Television Institute of India (FTII).
He replaces actor Gajendra Chauhan whose appointment as chairman had created a furore in the institute two years ago.
"I will go with a clear mind and do as much work as I can. I am looking forward to it,"newly-appointed chairmanAnupam Kher said.
Gajendra Chauhan's tenure as chairman of the institute had expired in March. The government decided notto give him an extension instead Kher was seen as a more acceptable face to head the film institute.
"Anupam Kher has been appointed as FTII chairman, I hope he works well. My good wishes are with him," outgoing chairmanGajendra Chauhan said.
A notification regarding Kher's appointment has been issued, FTII officials said.