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Inox Q1 net profit at Rs 35.2 million
MUMBAI: Inox Leisure has posted a first-quarter net profit of Rs 35.2 million, reversing the earlier-year‘s net loss of Rs 40.1 million, as movie supplies have improved though box office successes are still a rare commodity.
Inox reported a 132 per cent jump in revenue to Rs 803.6 million, from Rs 345.1 million a year ago. The comparison would not be accurate as the first quarter of the previous fiscal was hit by a prolonged row with film producers who froze fresh content during this period.
The company‘s expenses stood at Rs 727.7 million, from Rs 400.5 million in the year-ago period.
Inox Leisure director Deepak Asher said, “The first quarter results reinstate Inox’s firm ability to sustain a robust growth momentum and a profit leadership position in the multiplex industry. Going forward in the quarters ahead, with some interesting content lined-up and with our focus to create India’s largest network of state-of-the-art multiplexes across the country, we hope to maintain the growth momentum, deliver a world class film viewing experience to our patrons, and enhance value to our stakeholders.”
The Ebitda for the quarter was at Rs 130.1 million, from a negative of Rs 16.7 million a year ago.
During the quarter under review, Inox had 35 properties under its brand with 132 screens.
The multiplex business segment had an operating profit of Rs 74.2 million, compared to an operating loss of Rs 55.8 million in the first quarter of FY‘10. Revenue from this segment was Rs 803.9 million, up from Rs 344.4 million. The capital deployed in the segment is Rs 3.65 billion.
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Kayhan Entertainment shifts focus to original IP creation
New studio founded by VFX veterans aims to build globally scalable Indian stories.
MUMBAI: India’s VFX talent has long helped Hollywood create blockbusters now a new studio wants to write the stories as well as the special effects. Kayhan Entertainment Private Limited is entering its next phase of growth as a next-generation storytelling studio focused on creating original intellectual property for global audiences. Founded by Dalbir Singh and Arushi Govil, the studio blends strong storytelling with world-class VFX and CGI across films, television, advertising and digital platforms.
While India has established itself as a global hub for VFX and animation services, Kayhan is making a strategic shift from pure execution to IP ownership. The studio aims to move beyond project-based work and develop culturally rooted content designed to travel internationally, while remaining open to strategic collaborations.
Dalbir Singh, with over 15 years of experience in VFX and filmmaking, has contributed to major global productions including Avengers: Endgame, Zack Snyder’s Justice League and Venom. He leads creative direction at Kayhan. Arushi Govil brings deep production expertise from leading studios such as MPC, Framestore and DNEG, having worked on Tenet, Mission: Impossible – Fallout and Brahmastra.
A key milestone for the studio was the launch of its first IP, Chote Tara Ka Bada Gadar, on Kids Zee in 2025. Kayhan is now expanding its slate with FAB 5, an original animated series that combines action, humour and emotional storytelling while promoting teamwork, courage and kindness. The fast-paced episodic format is positioned for long-term franchise potential across platforms.
Dalbir Singh, Co-Founder, said the studio’s primary focus is building an IP-led creative enterprise, while remaining open to the right collaborations. Arushi Govil, Co-Founder, added: “As we scale, our focus is on building the right mix of talent and capability… At Kayhan, we are investing in people as much as we are in IP, bringing together global experience and emerging creators to build stories that can compete at an international level.”
Looking ahead, Kayhan plans to evolve into a broader IP-led ecosystem spanning media, consumer products, education, talent development and immersive experiences such as AR and VR. The studio also intends to establish an IP incubator and develop transmedia storytelling formats.
From blockbuster VFX credits to building its own story universe, Kayhan Entertainment is stepping into the spotlight with a clear ambition, to create Indian IP that doesn’t just shine on screen, it travels the world.
