Advance ticket sales for Pushpa 2 – The Rule have started off powerfully, with cinemas across the nation quickly filling up. This surge in interest has prompted the filmmakers and distributors to seize the moment, leading to theaters being instructed to set ticket prices at their highest.
Movie lovers are taken aback by the steep prices, especially at the Maison PVR in Jio World Drive, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai, where tickets for the Luxe screens are selling for an astonishing Rs. 3000 for the evening shows! This could be the highest price for Pushpa 2 – The Rule in India. Even in the Director’s Cut theaters in Delhi-NCR, known for high ticket prices, the cost has reached Rs. 2400.
Previously, the film Oppenheimer (2023) had a record for the cost of its recliner class tickets at PVR IMAX Lower Parel, which were priced at Rs. 2450. For Pushpa 2 – The Rule, IMAX tickets at PVR Lower Parel are available at prices reaching Rs. 1600, while the lowest prices at the new Miraj Cinemas IMAX Wadala start at Rs. 400 and Rs. 450.
Even traditional single screens have raised their prices significantly. It was recently reported that Gaiety-Galaxy, also known as G7 multiplexes, has raised ticket prices to Rs. 200, up from previous records. The Plaza Cinema in Mumbai has adjusted its sofa ticket prices from Rs. 350 to Rs. 600 and recliners to Rs. 700 for select afternoon and evening shows.
While some moviegoers may find these ticket prices shocking, the overwhelming demand suggests that exhibitors are simply aligning with market trends. Although it may seem unfair to some, the audience’s willingness to spend shows their excitement and dedication to watching this eagerly awaited film. The bustling advance bookings underscore that for many fans, the high prices are worth it for the thrill of seeing their favorite hero on the big screen.
