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Exhibitor slams Aamir Khan over `need more cinema halls` comment

Exhibitor slams Aamir Khan over `need more cinema halls` comment

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Aamir Khan recently suggested that India needs more cinema halls, citing the success of Ranveer Singh`s Dhurandhar. The actor drew comparisons to China and suggested that when the number of screens are increased, the business expands at the grassroots level. However, his suggestion did not sit well with an exhibitor, who called out Aamir, showing him a picture of the current state of content in the country. Aamir Khan says India needs more theatres During an interview with Variety India, Aamir Khan spoke about the structural limitations of the Indian exhibition sector, claiming that India`s screen count is far too small for a country of its size and diversity. He explained, “India`s a huge country; it`s like a continent, it`s massive and each state has its own language, its own culture, its own films. So, I really feel that in a country like India, we need many more cinema halls. More outlets, so that we can reach a lot more people. If you want to compete with China, for example, they have, I think, one …

Akhanda 2 release update: Exhibitor opens up about ₹28 crore court case, reveals when Balakrishna film will hit screens

Akhanda 2 release update: Exhibitor opens up about ₹28 crore court case, reveals when Balakrishna film will hit screens

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₹28 crore court case, reveals when Balakrishna film will hit screens” data-collapse-article=”false” > Updated on: Dec 05, 2025 02:41 pm IST Akhanda 2 was indefinitely postponed from its December 5 release. Here’s what we know about the court case and release date.  Boyapati Srinu’s Akhanda 2, starring Nandamuri Balakrishna in dual roles, was postponed hours before its release on December 5, and minutes after the premieres on December 4 were cancelled at the last minute. Tirrupur Subraramanian, chairman of Sri Sakthi Cinemas in Tamil Nadu, provides an update on the ₹28 crore case that has halted the film’s release. (Also Read: Fans travelled 475 km for Akhanda 2 only for Balakrishna film to be postponed; producer pressured for new release date) Balakrishna’s Akhanda 2 was postponed at the last minute, despite having premieres scheduled for December 4. Update on Akhanda 2 court case and release date Sri Sakthi Cinemas posted a voice note from Subramanian on X (formerly Twitter), giving an update on the release of Akhanda 2. They wrote, “Our chairman Tiruppur Subaramanian sir, …

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 Might Release After A Week To Avoid Clash With Singham Again: Film Exhibitor Manoj Desai

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Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Singham Again clahes this Diwali. Veteran film exhibitor Manoj Desai has shared that the upcoming film “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3” might get postponed by a week to avoid the “big clash” with Rohit Shetty’s “Singham Again”. Veteran film exhibitor Manoj Desai has shared that the upcoming film “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3” might get postponed by a week to avoid the “big clash” with Rohit Shetty’s “Singham Again”. In an exclusive chat with IANS, spoke about Kartik Aaryan-starrer “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3” and “Singham Again” headlined by Ajay Devgn. He said, “It is a big clash.” “Looking at the star cast and the five minute trailer I am myself having cold feet on what will happen. Let’s see,” he added. Desai also shared that the release of the third installment of the “Bhool Bhulaiyaa” franchise, which also stars Triptii Dimri and Vidya Balan may get pushed. “I have also heard that there is a chat with the producers and the release of ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’” might get postponed by a week. I don’t know how …

Exhibitor Manoj Desai Slams Bollywood Vs South Debate Amid Reports Of Prabhas Starrer’s Makers Withdrawing The Release Because Of Shah Rukh Khan

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Exhibitor Manoj Desai Reacts To The Biggest Clash Of 2023: Salaar Vs Dunki! ( Photo Credit – YouTube; Facebook ) This Friday, we will witness the most-anticipated clash of the most-awaited films, Dunki and Salaar. Led by Shah Rukh Khan and Prabhas, respectively, the film has been making the right kind of noise for the past few weeks. However, the buzz is growing stronger as the films are approaching their releases. Rajkumar Hirani‘s directorial will be released tomorrow, i.e., Dec 21, while Prashant Neel-helmed film will hit the big screens a day after, i.e., Dec 22. Now Maratha Mandir owner and renowned exhibitor Manoj Desai has reacted to the biggest clash. Before the release of the film, a few media reports suggested that the makers of Prabhas starrer have pulled out the film from two theatre chains, PVR Inox and Miraj, owing to the unequal slots of films while being biased towards Dunki, especially in North. Read the whole story here. Manoj Desai spoke at length about the clash and threw some light on the …

The Last Film Show Has A Better Chance At Winning An Oscar Than RRR, An Exhibitor From The US Says “It Speaks To Heart & Soul…”

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Samuel Goldwyn Films’ Prez supports India’s selection of ‘The Last Film Show’ for Oscars ( Photo Credit – Still from RRR, The Last Film Show; Fresh Dressed / Facebook ) Peter Goldwyn, the president of the US distributor Samuel Goldwyn Films, has called India’s selection of its competitor for this year’s best international film race at the Oscars, ‘The Last Film Show’, which it will release in North America, “a really strong contender”. Directed by Pan Nalin, the Gujarati-language film is the story of a nine-year-old boy pursuing his dreams in cinema, reports ‘Variety’. It debuted at the Tribeca Festival in 2021 and has since played fests in Palms Springs, Seattle, and Mill Valley. “We believe that ‘The Last Film Show’ speaks to the heart and soul of cinema, which will be appealing not only to moviegoers in the United States but also Academy members,” said SGF president Peter Goldwyn, quoted by ‘Variety’. “We believe that the film is a really strong contender this year, and we’re excited to bring it to American audiences. We …