What is the full form of FWICE, the organization that banned Ranveer Singh? Who is in the working committee of FWICE? How big is FWICE, which claimed that their 4 lakh members will not work with Ranveer Singh? How does FWICE work?
Federation of Western India Cine Employees i.e. FWICE is counted among the largest union organizations of employees of the Indian film and TV industry. It was established in 1958 and claims to protect the interests of thousands of technicians, junior artists, makeup artists, stuntmen, dubbing artists and other employees working in the Mumbai film industry. Recently, the organization also came into limelight regarding the controversy regarding actor Ranveer Singh and the film ‘Don 3’, where news of non-cooperation instructions being issued came to light. While taking ban action against Ranveer Singh, the organization has clearly said that more than 4 lakh of their employees will not work with Ranveer until the controversy of ‘Don 3’ is resolved.
What work does FWICE do in the film industry?
FWICE describes itself as “the leading organization of the film trade union movement”. If reports are to be believed, this child has been working continuously since 1958. According to him, its purpose is to handle employee rights, job security, better payment and workplace related disputes. The organization works closely with a number of affiliated unions and craft associations. In the past few years, FWICE has been in the news due to several high-profile controversies. Apart from this, FWICE was also continuously active on issues like shooting guidelines, set safety and workers payment during the Covid period.
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How big is FWICE?
According to organization information, FWICE claims to represent millions of film and TV employees. It includes many departments like camera, editing, dubbing, stunt, costume, hair-makeup and junior artist. In the Mumbai film industry, the role of FWICE is considered very important during any big project, shooting dispute or workers strike. This is the reason why its decisions often leave a big impact in Bollywood and TV industry.
Who are the members of the working committee of FWICE?
As per FWICE official, the current Working/Office Bearers Committee of FWICE includes the following key members:-
- President: B. N. Tiwari
- General Secretary: Ashok Pandit
- Treasurer: Gangeshwar Srivastava
- Senior Vice President: Firoz Khan
- Vice President: Pramod Pathak
- First Joint Secretary: stanley d’souza
- Second Joint Secretary: Deepak Kharat
- Joint Treasurer: Nadeem Khan
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These names are also in discussion in advisory and core roles related to FWICE:-
- Chief Advisor: Ashok Pandit
- Chief Advisor: Gajendra Chauhan
- Chief Advisor: Sharad Shelar
- Care and Welfare Committee Chairman: Amar Haldipur
- Core Committee Chairman: joaquem rebelo