Movie Tickets

Multiplexes see 2-3 times rise in bookings as big releases draw families and groups

The proposed cess comes months after the state High Court struck down the government's move to cap movie ticket prices at ₹200

The Karnataka High Court stayed the government's ₹200 cap on cinema tickets after producers and multiplex owners challenged the move, citing arbitrary restrictions and business concerns

The Karnataka government on Friday issued draft rules to further amend the Karnataka Cinema (Control) Rules, 2014 and fix ticket price in all theatres in the state, including multiplexes, at Rs 200, exclusive of all taxes. However, multi-screen cinemas with premium facilities of 75 seats or less are exempted from the maximum ticket price limit of Rs 200. The government sought feedback from stakeholders within 15 days at the office of the Additional Chief Secretary to Government, Home Department. In exercise of the powers conferred by section 19 of the Karnataka Cinema (Control) Act, 1964 (Karnataka Act No. 23 of 1964), the Government of Karnataka has made the draft rules to further amend the Karnataka Cinema (Control) Rules, 2014, as required by sub-section (1) of the said section: 15.07.2025, read the government notification issued on Friday. According to the notification, Karnataka Cinemas (Regulation) (Amendment) Rules, 2025 will come into force from the date of their final ...

Proposed pricing rule could cut average ticket price by 30% in Karnataka, impacting topline and Ebitda for movie theatres

Bombay High Court quashes Maharashtra's orders banning convenience fees on online movie bookings, ruling that the state lacks legal authority under the MED Act

However, due to government-mandated pricing regulations in certain South Indian states, a different pricing structure might apply in Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh

Responding to questions raised by MP and former actor Jaya Bachchan's about the film industry, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said entertainment tax has been streamlined under the GST regime

However, despite the hype created by Pushpa 2: The Rule, India's multiplex chains expect a moderate rise in ATP this year

Koratala Siva's directorial Devara Part 1 features Jr NTR, Saif Ali Khan, and Janhvi Kapoor in the lead role. The movie garnered over Rs 50 crore in pre-sales

On Sept 20, 2024, National Cinema Day will be providing movie lovers with an affordable theatre experience. The theatres will be offering movies at just Rs 99 on this day

Popular cinemas like PVR-INOX, Cinepolis, Miraj, CityPride, Asian, Mukta A2, Movie Time, MovieMax, Wave, M2K, Delite, are among those participating in this event

Prabhas' Salaar is one of the most anticipated movies of 2023, and it is set to release in theatres on December 22, 2023. Here's all you need to know about it

Ticket prices are worth for the technology, leather seats and gourmet food at theatres, say companies

Abhishek Bachchan-starrer Ghoomer has been released in theatres today. Ghoomer movie depicts the story of India's former female cricketer Anina who lost her one hand in an accident

"OMG 2", starring Akshay Kumar and Pankaj Tripathi, has minted Rs 15.30 crore net on domestic box office in two days, the makers said Sunday. Written and directed by Amit Rai, "OMG 2" features Tripathi as a devotee of Lord Shiva named Kanti Sharan Mudgal and Kumar in the role of a messenger of God. Yami Gautam plays a lawyer. "Pyaar aur abhaar (Love and gratitude) Rs 10.26 crore Day 1 + Rs 15.30 crore Day 2. Rs 25.56 crore," the makers said in a press note. "OMG 2" is produced by Cape of Good Films and Wakaoo. It touches upon various issues of teenagers and the importance of sex education. The film, presented by Viacom18 Studios, is billed as a spiritual sequel of "OMG - Oh My God!", starring Kumar and Paresh Rawal, which was released in 2012.

Ranveer-Alia manage to recreate magic with their spellbinding performance in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. The movie was released today, July 28 and received positive reviews

Margot Robbie starrer Barbie is set to release in theatres tomorrow, July 21. The movie received a 12A age rating in the UK and has been given a PG-13 rating in the US

Christopher Nolan's one of the most anticipated movies is ready to hit theatres tomorrow. Cillian Murphy-starrer is expected to set the box office in fire in India and across the world

Oppenheimer movie tickets went as high as Rs 2450 at one place, with all tickets sold out. The film is about the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer who led the creation of the first atomic bomb