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'Thalaivii' set for profits despite dull box office
Business of Entertainment - September 14, 2021 11:17 - 3 minutesKangana Ranaut-starrer Thalaivii is set to recover its investment and make profits even though major multiplex chains refused to screen the Hindi version of the film in North India.
‘Shang-Chi’ draws viewers, Hotstar brings ‘Black Widow’
Business of Entertainment - September 07, 2021 04:21 - 3 minutesA Chinese origin superhero film Shang-Chi and The Legend of the Ten Rings has recorded impressive box office collections of Rs. 3.25 crore on its first day in India. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha goes through the financial performance of what’s bu...
Challenges continue for cinemas even as film releases resume
Business of Entertainment - August 31, 2021 05:01 - 3 minutesPost the second wave, India’s operational movie screens, continue to face challenges from muted audience response, discounted tickets, and lower F&B sales. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha goes through the financial performance of what’s buzzing in t...
‘Bellbottom’ eyes Rs. 13 crore weekend, makes for slow start to film biz recovery
Business of Entertainment - August 24, 2021 03:26 - 3 minutesAkshay Kumar-starrer Bellbottom arrived in theatres on Thursday, making for a litmus test for the film exhibition sector. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha goes through the financial performance of what’s buzzing in the world of entertainment.
Cinemas weather dull Independence Day weekend, Amazon brings ‘Shershaah’
Business of Entertainment - August 17, 2021 04:01 - 3 minutesDespite reopening permits from most states, movie theatres across India brought in yet another dull holiday weekend in the wake of the covid-19 pandemic. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha goes through the financial performance of what’s buzzing in the...
First week in cinemas remains dull, Netflix brings ‘Navarasa’
Business of Entertainment - August 10, 2021 07:57 - 3 minutesLack of exciting new content and curfews in some states have not seen audiences return in hordes to theatres while many cinemas have desisted from reopening as they worry that resuming operations would add to costs. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha g...
Cinemas reopen with new releases, 'Mimi' comes to Netflix
Business of Entertainment - August 03, 2021 08:09 - 3 minutesAround 4,000 or half of India’s operational movie screens opened last Friday as the first batch of new films arrived in theatres. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha goes through the financial performance of what’s buzzing in the world of entertainment.
Film industry wary of new Cinematograph Bill, big stars announce projects
Business of Entertainment - July 27, 2021 08:52 - 3 minutesFilm producers and studios are wary of the business and economic implications of the Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill, 2021 proposed by the I&B ministry recently. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha goes through the financial performance of what’s buzzing...
Theatres’ woes amplify as states refuse benefits, ‘Toofan’ comes to Amazon
Business of Entertainment - July 20, 2021 11:09 - 3 minutesStates like Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, West Bengal are refusing to extend sops like property tax rebate, easy renewal of licenses and entertainment tax holiday to cinemas. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha goes through the financial performance of wh...
Cinemas on edge as reopenings remain uncertain
Business of Entertainment - July 13, 2021 09:34 - 3 minutesTheatre owners are on the edge as far as the release of Akshay Kumar’s Bellbottom on 27 July is concerned with states like Delhi and Maharashtra yet to grant reopening permits. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha goes through the financial performance o...
Hollywood ready with slate for India, Netflix brings ‘Haseen Dilruba’
Business of Entertainment - July 06, 2021 09:34 - 3 minutesWith gradual opening up of theatres in states like Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Gujarat, Hollywood studios are looking at bringing a bunch of movie titles already released in other parts of the world. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha goes through th...
Films set for theatrical release as screen count dwindles
Business of Entertainment - June 29, 2021 09:53 - 3 minutesThe easing of covid-19 lockdown restrictions in several states means some good news for cinemas that are looking at the release of some more films besides Akshay Kumar’s Bellbottom scheduled for 27 July.
'Bellbottom' to arrive in cinemas on 27 July
Business of Entertainment - June 22, 2021 11:23 - 3 minutesIn much-needed good news for cinemas, Akshay Kumar’s spy thriller Bellbottom will arrive in theatres on 27 July. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha goes through the financial performance of what’s buzzing in the world of entertainment.
Big Bollywood films likely in cinemas only by Diwali
Business of Entertainment - June 15, 2021 10:46 - 3 minutesCinemas are cautious about expecting pan-India theatrical reopening any time soon which means that big star vehicles may only see the light of the day for the Diwali weekend or after.
Big southern films likely to be delayed, cable, DTH subscriptions to see a cut
Business of Entertainment - June 08, 2021 06:07 - 3 minutesUnlike south Indian language offerings such as Master and Vakeel Saab that capitalised on eased restrictions in home territories when released earlier this year, many upcoming southern films are likely to wait for the whole country to open up.
FRIENDS Reunion fizzles out, Amazon acquires MGM
Business of Entertainment - June 01, 2021 06:23 - 3 minutesThe much-awaited special episode of classic American sitcom FRIENDS started streaming on ZEE5 in India this week with the company saying it managed over a million views on day one. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha goes through the financial performan...
‘Radhe’ serves Eid disappointment, Warner signs deal with Discovery
Business of Entertainment - May 25, 2021 07:08 - 3 minutesSalman Khan’s Radhe may ultimately prove a loss-making deal for Zee Studios that had paid nearly Rs. 230 crore to acquire it along with a few other films. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha goes through the financial performance of what’s buzzing in th...
‘Radhe’ up for big losses, ‘Karnan’ comes to Amazon Prime Video
Business of Entertainment - May 18, 2021 06:54 - 3 minutesDealing a blow to cinemas and distributors, Salman Khan’s Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai has debuted on ZeePlex and ZEE5—without any signs of Zee recouping the Rs. 200 crore it paid to acquire the film. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha goes through the...
‘Radhe’ sparks fears of multi-platform film releases, ‘Master’ ends box office run
Business of Entertainment - May 11, 2021 05:36 - 3 minutesThe move to release Salman Khan’s Radhe simultaneously online and in theatres has devastated cinema owners that were pinning hopes on the popular star's film to revive the business. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha goes through the financial performa...
Bollywood set for Rs. 4,000 crore loss in 2021, ‘Radhe’ available for Rs. 249
Business of Entertainment - May 04, 2021 06:33 - 3 minutesFilm trade experts are projecting a gloomy year for India’s movie industry with a projected loss of Rs. 3,000-4,000 crore. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha goes through the financial performance of what’s buzzing in the world of entertainment.
‘Radhe’ to hit theatres and OTT together this Eid
Business of Entertainment - April 27, 2021 09:41 - 3 minutesSalman Khan-starrer Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai will arrive in movie theatres and on OTT platforms the same day this Eid. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha goes through the financial performance of what’s buzzing in the world of entertainment.
Maharashtra halts shoots, Netflix brings ‘Ajeeb Daastaans’
Business of Entertainment - April 20, 2021 06:32 - 3 minutesFilmmakers and broadcasters are bracing themselves for tough times with Maharashtra imposing Section 144 for the rest of this month in light of the rising number of covid cases and prohibiting shoots for movies, web shows and serials.
Cinemas stare at a dismal show again, Disney+ brings ‘The Big Bull’
Business of Entertainment - April 13, 2021 07:21 - 4 minutesAfter a brief spell of hope instilled by new releases, cinemas across the country are staring at a dismal show again thanks to fresh curbs in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Delhi, and Rajasthan. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha goes through the ...
Maharashtra shuts cinemas, big films pushed
Business of Entertainment - April 06, 2021 11:40 - 3 minutesIt has been a tumultuous time for Bollywood with the Maharashtra government imposing a second lockdown, covid cases rising and recent Hindi movie offerings not bringing any returns.
Amazon Prime Video to co-produce ‘Ram Setu’
Business of Entertainment - March 23, 2021 08:15 - 3 minutesAmazon Prime Video will co-produce Akshay Kumar’s Ram Setu, marking its entry into the world’s biggest film market by the number of movies made.
‘Roohi’ infuses life into ailing theatrical business
Business of Entertainment - March 16, 2021 06:37 - 3 minutesHorror comedy Roohi has set the pace for Bollywood’s recovery in theatres and will determine all future course of action. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha goes through the financial performance of what’s buzzing in the world of entertainment.
OTTs in line of fire, Netflix announces 40+ originals
Business of Entertainment - March 10, 2021 12:03 - 4 minutesUnion I&B minister Prakash Javadekar has clarified that the self-regulatory bodies formed by digital news publishers and OTT platforms will not have any member appointed by the government.
Govt tightens control on OTTs, news sites
Business of Entertainment - March 10, 2021 12:02 - 3 minutesThe big news this week is that the government of India has tightened its control over digital and OTT platforms, introducing a three-tier mechanism for them. Tune in to the latest episode of this show.
72: Bollywood back to theatres with big releases
Business of Entertainment - February 23, 2021 09:32 - 4 minutesBollywood finally seems ready to bring audiences back to theatres with a bunch of new films scheduled for release and cinemas having received the green signal to operate at 100% capacity.
71: OTT services sign up for ‘Tool Kit’, Netflix brings new ‘To All the Boys’ film
Business of Entertainment - February 16, 2021 07:46 - 3 minutesEven as the government has made clear it will soon bring out a regulation code for OTT (over-the-top) platforms, 17 streaming services have come together to announce the adoption of an Implementation Toolkit. In the latest episode of its show, 'Business of Entertainment', Mint's Lata Jha goes th...
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