Bollywood film shot in Queen's palace

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Salman Khan's upcoming film Veer has become the first ever Bollywood movie to be shot in the premises of Buckingham Palace that is home to Queen Elizabeth II



The makers had to shell 50,000 pounds (approx Rs 38 lakh) for a four-hour shoot. Only a couple of Hollywood movies have got permission to shoot at the Queen of England's official residence.

"It took us around three months of persistent follow-ups with UK officials to get the permission. Luckily for us, they accepted our request and since the Queen was out of the city on that day, things fell into place," reveals producer Vijay Galani to a daily.

An enthusiastic Salman was also quoted - "I have always been fascinated about shooting at real castles and places of heritage. I had earlier done a bit for Vipul Shah's London Dreams. The England shoot for Veer was amazing. I did not believe we could do the things we managed to right in the heart of London. Unlike studio recreations, shooting at actual heritage locations completely lifts the scene - it looks rich!"