Hyderabad: The Telangana government has approved a temporary increase in ticket prices ahead of the release of actor Ram Charan’s highly anticipated sports-action film ‘Peddi’. The government’s decision is expected to boost the film’s initial box office collections.

The film is set to release in theaters worldwide on June 4, with special premiere shows scheduled in the Telugu states on June 3.

Increased Ticket Rates for Single-Screen and Multiplex Theaters

According to the order issued by the state government, single-screen theaters have been permitted to increase ticket prices by up to 100 rupees. Meanwhile, multiplex cinemas can charge an additional fee of up to 125 rupees per ticket.

Additionally, an extra increase of up to 600 rupees has been approved for ticket prices for the premiere shows scheduled for June 3. The new rates will remain in effect for 10 days after the film’s release.

What Are the New Ticket Prices in Hyderabad?

In most multiplexes in Hyderabad, premium category seats such as Platinum, Gold, and Lounger are available at ticket prices ranging from 420 rupees to 479 rupees. In many other multiplexes and theaters, ticket prices are set between 225 rupees and 275 rupees.

For audiences looking to watch the film on a budget, the city’s popular single-screen theaters remain an option. At Rama Krishna 70 MM in Abids and Sandhya Theater on RTC X Roads, tickets are available for around 150 rupees.

Overwhelming Response for Advance Booking

The advance booking for the film has received a good response from audiences. Despite the premiere shows and increased ticket prices, the excitement among viewers is evident. Trade experts believe this decision could further boost the film’s earnings in its initial days.

‘Peddi’ Features a Strong Star Cast

Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, ‘Peddi’ will feature Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor in lead roles. Kannada superstar Shivarajkumar and actor Jagapathi Babu also play significant roles in the film. Combining sports and action, this film is considered one of the most anticipated Telugu films of the year.

Rama Krishna 70 MM

Rama Krishna 70 MM is a historic single-screen cinema in Hyderabad, India, renowned for being one of the first theaters in the country to feature 70 mm film projection. Opened in the early 1980s, it became a cultural landmark for showcasing blockbuster Telugu and Hindi films, drawing large crowds with its iconic curved screen and immersive sound. The theater holds nostalgic value for generations of moviegoers, though it faced challenges with the rise of multiplexes and eventually closed in 2018, marking the end of an era in Indian cinema history.

Sandhya Theater

Sandhya Theater is a historic cinema and performance venue located in Mumbai, India, originally opened in the 1930s. It gained fame as one of the first theaters in the city to screen talkies and later became a landmark for Marathi and Hindi film culture. Today, it remains an iconic site, reflecting Mumbai’s rich cinematic heritage and architectural history.