PVR INOX has reported a strong performance for the first quarter ended June 30, 2026, posting a profit after tax (PAT) of ₹705 million, compared to a loss of ₹335 million in the corresponding quarter last year.
Revenue for the quarter rose 12% year-on-year to ₹16,423 million, while EBITDA surged 90% to ₹2,296 million. The cinema chain also turned net cash positive, ending the quarter with a net cash position of ₹807 million.
During the quarter, PVR INOX recorded 36.6 million admissions, an 8% increase from a year ago. Average Ticket Price (ATP) rose 8% to ₹273, while average food and beverage spend per head increased 9% to ₹161, driving double-digit growth in ticket and F&B revenues.
The company attributed its performance to a strong theatrical slate across Hindi, regional and Hollywood films. Titles such as Bhoot Bangla, Cocktail 2, Project Hail Mary, Drishyam 3 and Karuppu helped boost footfalls across metros as well as Tier II and Tier III markets.
PVR INOX currently operates 1,779 screens across 113 cities in India and Sri Lanka. The company plans to add 90–100 new screens during FY27 through its capital-light expansion strategy.
Commenting on the results, Managing Director Ajay Bijli said the quarter reflects the company’s stronger financial position, improved operating performance and confidence in the theatrical business. He added that a robust film pipeline across Hindi, regional and Hollywood cinema is expected to support growth through the remainder of FY27.
