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Imax in deal with PVR for digital theatre systems in India
MUMBAI: Imax Corporation and movie-theatre operator PVR Cinemas said Thursday they have signed an agreement to install digital Imax theatre systems in four key locations across India.
Under the terms of the deal, the first two systems would be installed within a year at PVR multiplexes in Mumbai and Bangalore. The other two locations are yet to be determined.
Said PVR chairman Ajay Bijli, ” There is a growing appetite for premium entertainment in India and with a massive popularity of the Imax brand worldwide, it has become very clear to us that now is the ideal time for us to enter into the Imax business. Imax is one of the world‘s most recognised premium entertainment brands and it fits perfectly with our mission to offer our guests the ultimate in movie-going experiences.”
While Imax has been expanding its footprint in overseas markets, PVR has been looking at tapping into the growing demand for premium entertainment in India.
Said Imax CEO Richard Gelfond, “India has a vibrant moviegoing culture, and it is one of our most important and largely untapped growth markets.”
The four-theatre agreement follows multi-theatre deals unveiled by Imax in Russia and China in the last 10 days.
PVR Cinemas currently operates 142 screens in 18 cities in India.
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MIFF 2026 to return to Mumbai; film entries open till April 12
19th edition to host WAVES Doc Bazaar, spotlighting global documentary talent
MUMBAI: The 19th edition of the Mumbai International Film Festival 2026 is set to take place from June 15 to 21 at the NFDC Complex, with film submissions currently open and the deadline fast approaching on April 12.
Organised by the National Film Development Corporation under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the biennial festival remains one of South Asia’s most prominent platforms for documentary, short fiction and animation films.
Filmmakers, producers and content creators from across the globe have been invited to submit entries via the Film Freeway platform for the Competition Section. Offline submissions will not be accepted, reinforcing a fully digital entry process.
MIFF 2026 continues to sweeten the deal with a robust awards pool of Rs 55 lakh. The coveted Golden Conch for Best Documentary carries a top prize of Rs 10 lakh, alongside multiple awards across categories, making it one of the most lucrative non-feature film festivals in the region.
A key highlight this year will be the second edition of the WAVES Doc Bazaar, scheduled from June 16 to 18 alongside the festival. Designed as a hub for collaboration, the Doc Bazaar will feature a co-production market, viewing rooms and a work-in-progress lab, bringing together global buyers, sellers and creators under one roof.
Since its inception in 1990, MIFF has built a reputation as a serious showcase for non-feature cinema, drawing participation from filmmakers worldwide. The previous edition saw over 350 films from more than 30 countries, underlining its growing international footprint.
With submissions closing soon and preparations underway, MIFF 2026 is shaping up to be a vibrant meeting point for storytelling, collaboration and cinematic craft, offering filmmakers both a stage and a springboard.
