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Hollywood's niche films thrive in India with urban audience embracing original versions

Niche Hollywood films are rebounding in India, with Michael and F1: The Movie finding strong urban traction in original versions. But exhibitors say dubbing remains key to scaling beyond metros into tier-two and tier-three markets.

3 min read14 May 2026
Markets

PVR Inox: Higher ticket prices, food spending drive margin recovery

PVR Inox's Q4FY26 results revealed a 26% revenue growth yet shares plummeted over 6%. Strategic pricing and reduced debt are shaping the company's future, alongside a promising movie lineup.

1 min read12 May 2026
Entertainment

Drishyam 3 trailer: Georgekutty’s past returns to haunt him as Mohanlal hints at darker chapter

The trailer for Mohanlal’s Drishyam 3 has been released, showing Georgekutty grappling with lasting trauma and fresh scrutiny as the third instalment of Jeethu Joseph’s thriller franchise heads for release on 21 May.

1 min read10 May 2026
Entertainment

‘Princess Diaries 3’ to feature Chris Pine and Robert Schwartzman, author Meg Cabot confirms

Princess Diaries author Meg Cabot has revealed that Chris Pine and Robert Schwartzman will return for The Princess Diaries 3, sparking excitement among fans as the long-awaited sequel continues to take shape.

2 min read20 Apr 2026
Entertainment

LIK X review: Fans deem Pradeep's Love Insurance Kompany a ‘blockbuster,’ call it ‘Lighthearted Black Mirror’

LIK, promising a fresh blend of science fiction and romantic comedy, has captured the audience with its rarely explored genre.

2 min read10 Apr 2026
Industry

India's film industry debates ideal window: How long should movies stay in cinemas?

Negotiations among Indian film stakeholders are underway to establish a standard theatrical window. While some favour a uniform approach, others advocate flexibility based on individual film performance and market dynamics.

3 min read9 Apr 2026
Industry

Artists turn label owners, hunt for the right note

Anirudh Ravichander’s move to launch his own music label reflects a wider shift, as more artists seek control and new revenue streams. But success goes beyond music, requiring them to handle marketing, contracts and distribution in a highly competitive market.

3 min read5 Apr 2026
Entertainment

Project Hail Mary Box Office Collection Day 4: Ryan Gosling’s sci-fi stays steady in India, crosses $300 mil globally

‘Project Hail Mary’ continues its strong box office run, crossing $300 million globally. While India collections remain modest, the Ryan Gosling-led sci-fi film is emerging as one of 2026’s biggest theatrical successes worldwide.

2 min read30 Mar 2026
Entertainment

Project Hail Mary box office collection: Ryan Gosling, Sandra Hüller starrer opens to $80.5M, beats Scream 7

Ryan Gosling’s Project Hail Mary has opened strong with $80.5 million, marking Amazon MGM’s biggest debut. The sci-fi film beat projections and became the year’s top opener so far, driven by strong reviews and positive audience response.

2 min read23 Mar 2026
Industry

Are actors obligated to promote their films? Why marketing is now written into contracts

As competition from OTT platforms intensifies, producers are increasingly making promotional appearances a contractual obligation for actors.

4 min read8 Mar 2026