Multiplex box office collections rise 21% YoY in H1 2026: MAI

The Multiplex Association of India reports a 21% YoY jump in box office collections in H1 2026, spanning 11 cinema chains, 550+ multiplexes and 3,000+ screens. Growth is driven by strong Hindi, regional and international slates and sustained footfalls across metro and Tier-II/III markets.

— Filed Thu, 2 Jul, 2026, 14:19 IST · Source ET Small Business · Updated

Indian multiplex box office collections rose 21% YoY in H1 2026, per MAI, driven by strong Hindi, regional and international film slates and sustained footfalls in metro and Tier-II/III markets, signaling healthy cinema retail demand.

Why this matters

MAI's H1 2026 update signals sustained multiplex momentum, with 21% YoY collection growth spanning 3,000+ screens and steady footfalls beyond metros into Tier-II/III markets.

Footfall trend steady with 297 signals tracked over the past 90 days.