The highly anticipated sci-fi film Kalki 2898 AD, starring Deepika Padukone and Prabhas, is set for a pan-India release in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada on June 27. However, recent developments regarding the film’s ticket pricing have ignited a heated discussion among moviegoers.
The Andhra Pradesh Government has announced a hike in ticket prices for the first 14 days of the film’s release. Viewers will now have to pay an additional ₹75 for single-screen tickets and ₹125 more for multiplex tickets.
This follows a similar decision by the Telangana Government, which increased ticket prices by ₹70 for regular theatres and ₹100 for multiplexes during the first eight days of the movie’s run.
Additionally, the first show of Kalki 2898 AD is scheduled to begin at 5:30 am, with several extra shows planned to accommodate the expected high demand.
In response to these price hikes, netizens have taken to social media to express their views. One user noted, “No, we are happy to pay for event movies for the eventual experience.”
In contrast, another user expressed frustration, saying, “We have been requesting a road for 32 years at Prashanth Nagar Moulali railway quarters near Malkajgiri, Hyderabad, Telangana State, Bharat. Even though you have not responded, but film ticket prices are hiked as they are fighting for 2 years. This is how a government is in Bharat.”
A third user pointed out the challenges faced by the Telugu film industry, stating, “The Telugu industry is already going through a bad phase regarding OTT releases. The ticket price of a film like Kalki should not be increased. If this continues, then who will come to the cinema?”
Despite the controversy over ticket prices, the excitement for Kalki 2898 AD remains high. The film boasts an impressive cast, including Amitabh Bachchan, Disha Patani, and Kamal Haasan in significant roles, which adds to the anticipation.
As the release date approaches, it remains to be seen how the ticket price adjustments will impact the film’s box office performance and overall reception among fans.
