Myanmar is preparing to organize a grand centenary celebration of its motion picture industry on Oct. 13, Xinhua reported.

The centenary celebration will be launched with the aim of portraying the significance of Myanmar motion pictures, honouring artistes and technicians in the film industry and bringing about the development of the industry in the future through the unity of film community including the old and new generations, Minister of Information Pe Myint told the first preparatory meeting for the upcoming event.

Yangon Region Chief Minister U Phyo Min Thein voiced support of the celebration, while Chairman of the Myanmar Motion Picture Organization U Zin Wine called on youths of the community to take part in the celebration and suggested the holding of a relevant workshop.