'India, Italy signed critical MoUs in various sectors,' says MEA Secy (West)India and Italy elevated their Strategic Partnership to a Special Strategic Partnership during Prime Minister Modi's visit, signing key agr...
21 May, 2026, 06.47 AM IST
PVR Inox back in the black in Q4 as blockbuster films drive earnings recoveryIn an inspiring financial turnaround, PVR INOX reported a net profit of ₹186 crore for the March quarter, bouncing back decisively from las...
12 May, 2026, 08.35 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Lucy Liu: 'It's like kill or be killed, that's my…'—Inspiring quotes by the American actress widely regarded as a trailblazer for Asian American representation in HollywoodQuote of the Day: Lucy Liu's powerful "kill or be killed" philosophy, born from her experiences as an Asian American woman in Hollywood, un...
02 May, 2026, 01.24 AM IST
Orange economy rises: Creativity fuels India's growth storyEmerging as a vital part of India's economic framework, the 'orange economy' harnesses creativity to generate both intellectual property an...
10 Apr, 2026, 11.18 PM IST
PVR Inox shares tumble 14% in four months while Dhurandhar films earn over Rs 2,000 crore: What's spooking investors?Despite the massive success of the 'Dhurandhar' film franchise, which has grossed over Rs 2,000 crore, PVR Inox shares have seen a signific...
08 Apr, 2026, 11.09 AM IST
Doubling cinema screen count in 5 years can generate 1.25 lakh jobs, add Rs 950 cr tax for govt: ReportDoubling India's cinema screens in five years could create 1.25 lakh jobs and add Rs 950 crore in taxes. A report suggests increasing scree...
12 Jan, 2026, 09.48 PM IST
Film business sees little relief; Some spot an upsideThe reduction of GST on film tickets priced up to ₹100 to 5% offers limited relief to audiences and the exhibition industry, struggling wit...
05 Sep, 2025, 12.49 AM IST
Google launches largest ever online exhibition on Hindi CinemaGoogle said the immersive street view captures will guide visitors on a 360-degree virtual tour of Mumbai's iconic Art Deco theaters like L...
20 Nov, 2023, 11.48 PM IST
PVR, Cinepolis India in advanced merger talksCinépolis to be largest shareholder with 20% in company; PVR’s Ajay Bijli to have management control for at least 3 yrs. Two people with di...
07 Mar, 2022, 05.10 PM IST
Film industry rejoices as Maharashtra allows theatres to resume after October 22Earlier this month, the Multiplex Association of India, along with large cinema chains including PVR, INOX Leisure, CInepolis India, and th...
25 Sep, 2021, 07.32 PM IST
- Multiplexes in Tamil Nadu go on strike against levy of local body tax
Incidentally, the Greater Chennai Revenue Department has ordered levying of 10 per cent entertainment tax on Tamil films and 20 per cent on...
04 Oct, 2017, 10.06 AM IST
550 companies from 35 nations to take part in 'Broadcast India Show'The exhibition, titled 'Broadcast India Show 2015', is being organised by Siacom Trade Fairs and Exhibitions Ltd since last 25 years.
11 Oct, 2015, 10.58 AM IST
Cinemax buy to help PVR sustain growthIt appears to be consolidation time for India's film-exhibition industry with the acquisition of Cinemax India by PVR.
11 Mar, 2013, 05.41 AM IST
- Big Picture petitions CCI against Karnataka Industry Chamber
Reliance Big Pictures has approached competition watchdog CCI alleging that a Karnataka industry chamber is abusing its dominant position b...
29 Aug, 2010, 11.35 AM IST
- Mukesh zooms into Yashraj films for JV
Reliance Industries and Yashraj Films are in talks for a JV to set up multiplexes, run entertainment channels.
19 Jun, 2007, 12.25 AM IST
- Very little entertainment
For the media and entertainment industry, the only spark of good news is in the area of digitalisation of film exhibition and distribution.
02 Mar, 2007, 12.45 AM IST
- BCCL acquires stake in Pyramid Saimira Theatre
BCCL, publishers of The Times of India and The Economic Times, has bought a stake in Chennai-based PSTL, a theatre chain company making an ...
14 Jun, 2006, 12.26 AM IST