Prime Focus up 3.1%

The stock gained 3.1 per cent to Rs 236.95 on reports that the company earned $4 million (approximately Rs 18 crore) by creating 200 of the 1,600-odd shots in James Cameron’s mega Hollywood movie Avatar. The film, with a reported budget of at least $300 million, is one of the most expensive films ever made.

The visuals in the film tries to paint a mineral-rich alien land — characterised by dragon-like birds, glowing trees, floating mountains and blue-bodied people. The company offers post production and visual effects services.