PVR INOX Bets Big on Bollywood Blockbusters to Surpass Pre-COVID Box Office Peaks

• PVR INOX anticipates a significant box office upcycle driven by a strong lineup of high-profile Bollywood films, including Shah Rukh Khan's King and Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar.
• Executive Director Sanjeev Kumar Bijli expects the March quarter to maintain momentum with films like Dhurandhar and Toxic, noting footfalls have already surpassed pre-COVID levels.
• CEO Kamal Gianchandani projects 2026 and 2027 to exceed previous years' performance due to a robust content mix across Hollywood, Hindi, and regional cinema.
• The content cycle has stabilized post-COVID, with well-spaced releases and success for big-budget, mid-sized, and smaller films, ensuring sustained occupancies.
• PVR INOX expects to be net debt-free by March 31, 2026, aided by strong financial performance and proceeds from the sale of Zea Maize.