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Rajasthan Lifts Weekend Curfew As Active Covid-19 Cases Slump

The government of Rajasthan has lifted the weekend curfew from July 11 owing to a decline in Covid-19 cases. Theaters, training centers, tourists’ movement, marriage ceremonies, indoor and outdoor games are now open to the public. Meanwhile, theatres will be open with 50% capacity. Zero cases were reported in the last 24 hours in 16 of the state's 33 districts, as per reports.

Sun, 11 Jul 2021 - 06:55 PM / by Sahil Quadir

Tags: Covid-19, Unlock, Night Curfew, Theatres, Rajasthan

Courtesy: Hindustan Times

Bollywood worried about halting schedules

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Second wave of Covid-19 Threatens To Bring Film Industry Work To Halt

The Second-wave of Covid-19 in Maharashtra is making the film industry worried as the increasing restrictions and night curfew have made the shooting of night scenes and following the shooting schedule difficult. Till now, three movie releases have been postponed. The postponement of theatrical dates shows that producers are not confident about getting the audience into theatres given the current Covid-19 situation.

Sat, 03 Apr 2021 - 05:29 PM / by Anvitha Shetty

Tags: Bollywood, Theatres, OTT Platforms, Covid-19, COVID-19 restrictions

Courtesy: The Times of India

Theatre

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Theatres, Distributors Laud Govt's Increased Theatre Occupancy Move

Welcoming the Centre’s move in increasing the theatre occupancy, PVRs Kamal Gianchandani said that the decision will encourage Hindi producers who were ready with projects but discouraged with the partial occupancy. Similarly, Mumbai’s leading distributor Akshaye Rathi hoped that the decision will lead to release of tentpole movies. Reportedly, while the government had allowed to resume theatres earlier in Oct-Nov, the response was only… read-more

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 - 04:49 PM / by Sakshi Teresa Emmanuel

Tags: Theatres, Occupancy, Exhibitors, Enterprises Industry, Sooryavanshi, Bollywood.

Courtesy: The Tribune

Tamil Nadu theatres

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Tamil Nadu Govt Reverses 100% Theatre Occupancy Decision To 50%

The Tamil Nadu government on January 8 overturned the 100% theatre occupancy decision to 50%. The decision came after the Union Home Ministry wrote to the state asking to adhere to the COVID-19 guidelines. However, the state has allowed extra shows to… read-more

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 - 09:28 AM / by Bhavyata Kagrana

Tags: Tamil Nadu, Covid-19, Theatres, Ministry of Home Affairs

Courtesy: LiveMint

Movie Theatre Occupancy Decision

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Centre Directs TN Govt To Scrap Permit For 100% Theatre Occupancy

Asking the Tamil Nadu government to strictly abide by the guidelines, the Home Ministry has sent a letter to the state opposing 100% occupancy of theatres. The letter, citing COVID-19 restrictions extended till January 31, has asked the state to scrap the complete allowance and work on 50% occupancy. Earlier, the Tamil Nadu government had permitted 100% occupancy after requests from various film stars to increase footfall in theatres before… read-more

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 - 08:18 PM / by Bhavyata Kagrana

Tags: Tamil Nadu, Theatres, Centre, Covid-19, Pongal, COVID-19 restrictions

Courtesy: NDTV

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Tamil Nadu Government Provides More Relaxations Under Unlock 6

The Tamil Nadu government on October 31 announced further relaxations in the 'Unlock 6'. It stated schools for grades 9-12 and other higher educational institutions can function offline from November 16. The government also permitted the resumption of theatres with 50% capacity from November 10. It further announced re-opening of recreational places and permitted outdoor activities with limited footfall. However, the government urged people… read-more

Sat, 31 Oct 2020 - 08:24 PM / by Mahadevan K V

Tags: Tamilnadu, Unlock 6, CM Edappadi K Palaniswami, Theatres, Schools