Bookings For May 1 Still Closed? Here Is The Real Reason Behind The Massive Screen Sharing War

By Christa Lincy
April 30, 2026 at 10:23 AM IST
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Major cinemas face a programming deadlock as new releases like Raja Shivaji clash with holdover hits Michael and Bhooth Bangla for screen space. Read why May 1 advance bookings are delayed.

Bookings For May 1 Still Closed? Here Is The Real Reason Behind The Massive Screen Sharing War

The cinema exhibition sector in India is currently facing a significant programming hurdle as bookings for the May 1 holiday weekend remain largely closed in several key locations. According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, exhibitors are finding it difficult to manage show-sharing arrangements due to a high volume of new releases and existing holdover films. This situation has led to a delay in opening advance ticket sales, even as the industry moves within the final 24-hour window before the scheduled releases.

The impact is particularly visible in Mumbai, where several prominent theatres had not opened plans for May 1 as of April 30 morning. This list includes Regal, MovieTime Suburbia, PVR Le Reve, Roxy, Eros IMAX, Kasturba, and Nazrana. Notably, even Sterling, a three-screen multiplex, had yet to finalize its schedule. Other properties such as Devgn CineX in Mulund and Thane, Topiwala, MovieTime Malad, Tilak, and Rajhans Ghatkopar are also yet to open bookings in a full-fledged manner.

The primary reason for this deadlock is the sheer number of titles across different languages. Exhibitors are currently tasked with allocating shows for Raja Shivaji (Hindi and Marathi), Ek Din (Hindi), The Devil Wears Prada 2 (English), Patriot (Malayalam), Kara (Tamil), Dhabkaaro (Gujarati), and KD - The Devil (Kannada). Sources within the exhibition sector describe the current scenario as an agni pariksha, as programming teams must balance the demands of multiple distributors in a diverse market like Mumbai while also maintaining shows for holdover hits Michael and Bhooth Bangla.

The screen requirements for the weeks biggest release, Raja Shivaji, have added another layer of complexity. Its distributor, Jio Studios, has reportedly sought a wide release with specific demands. For single-screen cinemas, the studio has requested all shows. In multiplexes, the requirement includes 7 shows for 2-screen properties, 10 shows for 3-screen properties, and 14 shows for 4-screen halls. In cinemas with 5 screens or more, the demand stands at 16 shows daily, covering both Hindi and Marathi versions. Furthermore, there is a push to play the film in premium formats such as 4DX and EPIQ.

In addition to these demands, Patriot and KD - The Devil are also scheduled for Hindi dubbed releases. However, bookings for these versions have faced delays across the country, likely due to the ongoing negotiations over screen space. While the logistical issues persist, the overall outlook for the weekend remains positive from a commercial standpoint. The Devil Wears Prada 2 is showing better-than-expected advance interest, and films like Patriot and Kara are expected to perform well in their respective regional markets. Raja Shivaji is also anticipated to draw significant numbers in the Maharashtra belt once the scheduling issues are resolved.

The challenge for programmers is not limited to new releases as holdover films like Michael and Bhooth Bangla are still maintaining a steady pace at the box office. These films continue to draw audiences, making it difficult for exhibitors to reduce their show counts to make room for the incoming titles. Since both movies have demonstrated consistent footfalls, theatre owners are reluctant to cut their screenings entirely, which further complicates the negotiations with distributors of the upcoming films. According to sources mentioned by Bollywood Hungama, the need to accommodate these performing holdovers alongside a crowded slate of new releases is a major reason why many cinemas have reached a standstill in their programming schedules.

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Peddi Day 9 Box Office: Film Collects Rs. 6.03 Crore Gross and Eyes the 200 Crore India Net Milestone Today

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Peddi has entered its second week of theatrical run, maintaining a steady performance on its ninth day. On this second Friday, the film recorded an India gross of 6.03 crore, which reflects a standard 18.3% drop compared to the previous day's collections. This brings the cumulative domestic gross to 235.98 crore, while the India net collection now stands at 198.70 crore, moving very close to the 200 crore milestone. The film's performance on day nine was supported by 3,816 shows nationwide. In the Telugu-speaking regions, occupancy rates remained healthy in key areas, with Vizag leading at 36.3% and Hyderabad following at 28.8%. In the national theater chains, comprising PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis, the film recorded approximately 8,200 ticket sales, contributing a gross of roughly 21 lakh for the day. These figures suggest that the film is finding a consistent audience in major urban centers as it moves through its second weekend. Looking at the linguistic and regional spread, the Telugu version remains the primary driver for the film, contributing 177.50 crore to the total net collection. The Hindi market has shown a fair response with 17.92 crore, while the Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam versions have added 1.78 crore, 1.20 crore, and 0.30 crore respectively. When we shift the focus to state-wise gross figures, the dominance of the Andhra Pradesh and Telangana region is evident with a collection of 180.55 crore. Interestingly, Karnataka has performed on par with the entire rest of the country, bringing in 24.98 crore compared to the 24.03 crore from other Indian states. Tamil Nadu contributed 5.70 crore and Kerala 0.72 crore, bringing the total domestic gross to a solid 235.98 crore. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) A closer look at the state-wise gross breakdown for day nine shows that the APTG region contributed the highest share with 4.75 crore. Karnataka added another 0.60 crore, while Tamil Nadu and the rest of India combined for 0.68 crore. On the international front, early estimates indicate that the overseas market added 0.50 crore on Friday, bringing the total overseas gross to 50 crore. This pushes the current worldwide gross collection to 285.98 crore after nine days of release. In terms of historical performance, Peddi has secured a position among the highest-collecting Telugu films on their second Friday. With a net collection of 4.50 crore from the Telugu version alone on day nine, the film currently ranks ninth on the all-time list for this specific record. It sits just behind They Call Him OG and slightly ahead of Devara - Part 1, demonstrating its ability to sustain interest better than many other big-ticket releases. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Tollywood 2nd Friday Highest Collection (Telugu Net)RANKMOVIE NAME2ND FRIDAY NET (TELUGE)1RRR₹ 14.04 Cr2Baahubali 2 The Conclusion₹ 11.25 Cr3Sarileru Neekevvaru₹ 9.60 Cr4Hanuman₹ 7.81 Cr5Pushpa: The Rule - Part 2₹ 7.60 Cr6Waltair Veerayya₹ 5.78 Cr7Kalki 2898 AD₹ 5.40 Cr8They Call Him OG₹ 4.70 Cr9Peddi₹ 4.50 Cr10Devara - Part 1₹ 3.80 Cr One of the primary targets for the film now is to surpass the lifetime collections of Pawan Kalyan's 2025 hit, They Call Him OG. That film concluded its run with a worldwide gross of 295.22 crore. With Peddi currently sitting at 285.98 crore, it requires approximately 10 crore more to overtake that total. Looking at the current trajectory and the expected jump on Saturday and Sunday, the film is likely to cross this mark before the end of its second weekend. General ticket booking trends also remain encouraging. On BookMyShow, the film saw over 92,000 tickets sold for the second Friday, taking the total ticket count on the platform to over 32.7 lakh since its launch. With a total of 75,681 shows tracked so far, the film continues to leverage its widespread reach to maintain a steady flow of collections across various territories.

They Call Him OG: Pawan Kalyan Sequel Confirmed Following the Film's Successful 295 Crore Worldwide Box Office Run Tollywood
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They Call Him OG: Pawan Kalyan Sequel Confirmed Following the Film's Successful 295 Crore Worldwide Box Office Run

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Following the theatrical run of They Call Him OG in early 2025, the focus has now shifted toward the formal development of its sequel. DVV Entertainment and director Sujeeth are moving ahead with the next chapter after the first film established itself as a steady performer at the box office. This transition into a franchise is a result of the commercial momentum the film maintained during its release, making the move toward a sequel a logical step. The first installment entered the market as a standalone project without the typical cushion of being a sequel or a multi-starrer spectacle. Even without those advantages, it managed a massive worldwide opening of over 143 crore on its first day. In North America, the film secured over 3 million dollars during the premiere stage, which is a level of performance usually seen only with the biggest event films. These initial numbers showed that the audience was ready for this specific style of crime drama right from the start. The film eventually concluded its run with a worldwide gross of 295.22 crore. In India, the net collections reached 194.16 crore, placing it as the ninth-highest-grossing Indian film of 2025. The movie relied on its stylized storytelling and lead character appeal to sustain its run, eventually finishing with a Hit verdict . (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The success of the first part can be largely attributed to the synergy between Sujeeth's vision and Pawan Kalyan's screen presence. Sujeeth, who previously handled the high-scale Saaho, pivoted here to a more grounded but gritty crime drama set against the backdrop of 1993 Bombay. By tailoring the role of a retired gangster specifically for Kalyan, the film tapped into a fan base that was eager to see a more intense and stylized version of their star. This was further bolstered by composer Thaman S, whose score became a driving force behind the film’s commercial energy and repeat value. Sujeeth has a history of navigating long wait times and scaling up productions, much like he did during his transition from Run Raja Run to his second film. He waited two years for Prabhas to finish work on the Baahubali franchise before starting their collaboration. That project eventually expanded into a massive production with Hollywood stunt coordinators like Kenny Bates being brought on board to match the rising stardom of the lead. This background in managing high-pressure action films provides a lot of context for how he is currently handling the world of Ojas Gambheera. Now that OG 2 is entering the development phase, the industry is looking at a different kind of box office trajectory. While the first film started as an underdog in terms of franchise value, the sequel will benefit from the established brand of Ojas Gambheera. If a standalone film can generate such a massive crore opening, the expectations for the sequel are naturally much higher. There is a logical expectation that the second chapter will aim for all-time records, especially in the Telugu states and major overseas markets.