BUSINESS
Two years on, jury still out on whether demonetisation was boon or bane
Any assessment of demonetisation has to be weighed on two aspects: whether it was economically or politically successful. The opinion continues to remain split on both.
BUSINESS
Thugs of Hindostan: Amitabh, Aamir pair up for 1st time; here’s how their films fared over 10 years
While the industry’s hope is riding on Thugs of Hindostan, there have been few times the two actors have disappointed movie-goers.
BUSINESS
Will Thugs of Hindostan see a record start?
Industry is confident that the Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan-starrer will rake in Rs 40 crore on day one
BUSINESS
Three films together rake in over Rs 200 crore in October, reiterate ‘content is king’
Ayushmann Khurrana-starrer Badhai Ho has become the tenth film in 2018 to enter the Rs 100 crore club
BUSINESS
Thugs of Hindostan’s pre-sales off to flying start, big business coming in even before release
Theatre chains like PVR, Inox and Cinepolis witnessed an estimated sale of 50,000 tickets for Thugs of Hindostan
BUSINESS
Google Maps, 3D games, animated webseries: Bollywood's many lessons to learn on film promotions
Film promotions have become crucial to the extent that sometimes 50 percent of a film’s budget is allocated for marketing. Makers of Thugs of Hindostan, Yash Raj Films (YRF), joined hands with Google Maps in India to promote the film.
BUSINESS
As Indian filmmakers explore big-budget ventures, will it be a risky affair?
At a time when movies with small budgets are reaping rich rewards, it wouldn't be wrong to question whether Indian filmmakers are taking too much risk in making big-budget offerings.
BUSINESS
Chhota Bheem looks to up the ante in animated movie genre with Kungfu Dhamaka
Indian animation industry lacks appealing narrative and low budgets. Studios shy away from investments fearing low returns
BUSINESS
Mizoram Assembly Polls 2018: Women seek better representation in state's politics
Women are demanding better representation in Mizoram politics, now more than ever
BUSINESS
Here's how Haryana's film policy will help revive regional cinema
The state government approved the Haryana film policy, which will accord filmmaking the status of an industry, and grant 50 percent of the state's budget to its growth
BUSINESS
Before the release of the much-awaited NTR biopic, here's a look at how he became Tollywood’s legend
NTR's biopic will be made in two parts and both will release in January next year.
BUSINESS
Hichki becomes the sixth Indian film to score a century in China, eyes Rs 200 crore globally
The first film to achieve the Rs 100 crore feat in China was Aamir Khan-starrer PK.
BUSINESS
Thugs of Hindostan to release in IMAX — an immersive format still finding its way in India
IMAX is growing in India due to the high consumption of Hollywood content, more Indian films coming on the large-screen format and faster development of multiplexes
BUSINESS
Would 2018 be able to bring the light back in Bollywood’s Diwali releases?
However, Diwali wasn't so dull in the 90's and the early 2000's. In fact, producers would scramble to finish their projects to be just in time for Diwali.
BUSINESS
2018 turning out to be a landmark year for Telugu films in overseas market
The Baahubali series has been a game changer for the film industry, especially Telugu films.
BUSINESS
When Bollywood has business lessons to teach
Reports suggest Sailf Ali Khan-starrer Baazaar is likely to open at Rs 2 crore on the first day
BUSINESS
GST coupled with entertainment tax is becoming a challenge for the film industry
Since October 5, movie-goers in Madhya Pradesh have been unable to watch films as theatres have shut shop
BUSINESS
Badhaai Ho: How Bollywood's fresh approach towards tackling social taboos is earnings big bucks
For films that deal with social taboos, a right balance of comic story-telling and emotion can do the magic. This helps the audience resonate and empathise with the characters in the story and further engrosses them in the unfolding of the narrative.
BUSINESS
Success of horror flicks like Stree and Tumbbad an indication of the genre's commercial viability
For producers, it is the small cost of a film that makes the proposition less risky.
ENTERTAINMENT
Why regional content is gaining steam on online video platforms
The inclusion of regional content has paved the way for mass-market adoption as opposed to the initial niche offering
BUSINESS
Malayalam film industry has a steep hill to climb in the aftermath of Kerala floods
Stalled projects, no new releases, scanty turnout at the theatres impacted the movie business at a time when it was on its path of progress.
BUSINESS
Gender equality in cinema gaining traction in India, but queens have a long way to go
According to a 2017 study, gender disparity continues to exist in Bollywood films.
BUSINESS
Hichki proves human stories have greater success in China
A common factor between two Indian films -- Secret Superstar and Hichki -- that worked well in China, was the presence of a strong female protagonist
BUSINESS
Bridging the gender gap: Women pushing for better representation in Indian films
2016, 2017 and 2018 are indicative of the change for women in the film business
