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Tamil Nadu Theatre Owners Seek 6 AM Shows, 2 AM Screenings; Vijay's Government to Review Industry Demands
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What Happened?
The Tamil Nadu film industry is pushing for changes in theatre timings and OTT release rules. Theatre owners want to screen films from 6 AM and extend the OTT release gap to eight weeks.
Key points
- Theatre owners demand permission to screen films from 6 AM.
- They also seek to conduct screenings until 2 AM.
- The industry wants an eight-week gap for OTT releases after theatrical showings.
- A government OTT platform is proposed to help small-budget films.
- Minister Rajmohan stated that 90% of the demands were accepted.
Key insights
- If approved, the extended screening hours may increase theatre revenue.
- A longer OTT release gap could encourage more cinema attendance.
- The establishment of a government OTT platform might enhance visibility for smaller films.
Why it matters
These proposed changes could significantly impact how films are released and viewed in Tamil Nadu.
Source
Times of India
