India multiplex box office jumps 21% YoY in H1 2026 on strong slate and Tier-II/III footfall
The Multiplex Association of India reports ~21% YoY box office growth in H1 2026 (Jan-Jun), spanning 550+ multiplexes and 3,000+ screens across 11 chains. Growth was fueled by robust Hindi, regional and international releases plus sustained footfall in metros and smaller cities, with a positive H2 outlook.
Indian multiplex box office collections rose ~21% YoY in H1 2026 per MAI, driven by strong Hindi, regional and international releases and sustained footfall in metros and Tier-II/III markets, with a positive outlook for H2.
Why this matters
The 21% H1 2026 jump aligns with prior MAI reports of collections climbing 21% YoY on stronger footfalls and ticket prices, confirming a consistent recovery across metros and smaller cities.
Footfall remains steady with 309 signals tracked over the last 90 days.