Bihar Hall Operator Sees Positive Six‑Month Box‑Office Trends

In contrast to the concerns voiced in Mumbai, Abhishek Chauhan, who runs a cinema hall in Purnia, Bihar, described the first half of 2026 as a satisfactory period for theatre business. He pointed out that films such as “Dhurrandhar,” “Border 2,” “Bhoot Bangla,” and “Welcome to the Jungle” performed well across various regions. Chauhan observed that producers are returning to storylines that resonate with a broader Indian audience, moving away from content that catered only to metropolitan tastes. He noted that audiences are connecting with simple, emotionally driven narratives that reflect everyday life. The unexpected success of the horror film “Haunted” and the slower start of Imtiaz Ali’s “Main Wapas Aunga,” which was aimed at urban viewers, illustrate the shifting dynamics. Despite the OTT wave, Chauhan believes that compelling, entertaining cinema continues to draw patrons to the big screen.