National Cinema Day is returning this yr on Friday, October 13, and forward of that, we have got particulars on ticket reserving for the identical. On that day, film tickets throughout India will value merely Rs. 99 per head, in celebration of profitable field workplace runs this yr and as a method to drive extra folks into theatres. As per the Multiplex Association of India (MAI), over 4,000 cinema halls will take part within the occasion, with the key chains — PVR INOX, Cinepolis, and Movie Time — having already up to date their web site banners in anticipation.
National Cinema Day 2023: How to e-book tickets on-line?
(*99*) excited by availing the National Cinema Day provide can begin reserving tickets on-line by way of acquainted platforms like BookMyShow, PayTM, and official cinema chain web sites by deciding on a location, adopted by your most well-liked film and the October 13 date. However, on the time of writing, solely Bollywood films — particularly, the Shah Rukh Khan-led Jawan and Mission Raniganj starring Akshay Kumar — present the choice to choose the required date. I’m guessing this was achieved to favour the Indian field workplace collections, which is not stunning contemplating some trade stakeholders allegedly went the additional mile final yr to get National Cinema Day postponed to guarantee Brahmāstra made a revenue.
While the provide is not relevant on premium codecs like IMAX, 4DX, and even recliner seats, the thought is for each movie, whatever the time of day, to be priced the identical. That mentioned, the Rs. 99 pricing doesn’t embrace extra expenses (comfort payment + GST) levied upon a ticket buy. Convenience payment, nevertheless, doesn’t apply to tickets purchased in individual on the counter on the cinema itself.
In a (*13*)tweet, PVR Inox revealed that regardless of the preliminary announcement, the National Cinema Day provides would possibly solely be obtainable in choose cities. Due to state laws, it seems as if theatres situated in South Indian areas — Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh — will not give you the option to provide tickets at Rs. 99. We noticed an analogous exclusion final yr, as properly. Food and drinks are additionally anticipated to begin at a reduced fee of Rs. 99 on October 13, albeit they’re completely depending on which ticketing platform or theatre you choose for.
In a assertion again in September, the MAI mentioned, “This special occasion brings audiences of all ages together for a day of cinematic bliss, celebrating the incredible success of multiple films at the box office this year. It’s a heartfelt ‘thank you’ to all the moviegoers who contributed to this success and an open invitation to those who haven’t returned to their local cinema.” National Cinema Day debuted final yr globally, closely slashing ticket costs, although internationally, all codecs had been priced the identical.
