Karnataka government caps movie ticket prices at Rs 200, audience await for clarification

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The Karnataka government has announced a new rule that puts a cap of Rs 200 on movie ticket prices in the state. This means that no matter where you watch a movie, whether in a multiplex or a single-screen theatre, the ticket cannot cost more than Rs 200. Many people in Karnataka are happy with this decision because movie tickets, especially for big-budget films, were becoming very expensive.

For a long time, moviegoers complained about how expensive it was to go to the theatre. When a family of four went to watch a movie, they had to spend a lot on tickets, snacks, and travel. Multiplexes charged high prices, especially on weekends and for blockbuster films. Sometimes, ticket prices went up to Rs 500 or more for the first few days of a big movie release. In extreme cases, some tickets were even sold for Rs 2,500, as seen for “KGF: Chapter 2.”

The government’s decision to cap ticket prices is aimed at making movies more affordable for everyone. However, people are now waiting to see how this rule will be implemented. There are still many unanswered questions. For example, will the Rs 200 cap apply on weekends and holidays? Will premium seats like recliners, IMAX, and 3D screenings also be included in this rule?

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Some people also believe that the government should set a limit on the prices of food and drinks inside multiplexes. Snacks and beverages in theatres are very expensive, and this makes movie outings costly even if ticket prices are reduced.

This is not the first time the Karnataka government has tried to introduce a price cap. A similar rule was introduced earlier but was not successful for long. Tamil Nadu, however, has successfully implemented a price cap, where movie tickets cost between Rs 150 and Rs 250, and morning shows are not allowed before 9 AM.