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Shringar Cinemas Q1 net loss at Rs 8 million
MUMBAI: Shringar Cinemas Ltd. has posted a net loss of Rs. 7.8 million for the first quarter ended 30 June 2005, down from Rs. 14 million in the last quarter of 2004-05.
Revenues for the first quarter, however, increased by 20 per cent to Rs. 160.5 million, from Rs. 133.6 million during this period. “The revenue growth has been due to the sharp increase in the exhibition business aided by three of the four Fame multiplexes being fully operational during this period for the first time,” the company said in a release.
Operating profits increased to Rs. 24.8 million (as against Rs. 23.4 million), led by the improved performance in the exhibition business and control over costs.
Profit-before-tax (PBT) saw a turnaround at Rs. 4.7 million in the first quarter, as against a loss of Rs. 7.5 million in the quarter ended March 31, 2005. Being in an investment phase, the company continued to be in a net loss situation.
As this is the first year of publishing the quarterly financial results after the company floated an initial public offering (IPO), comparative figures for the previous year quarter are not available.
Announcing the results, Shringar Cinemas managing director Shravan Shroff said: “Our strategy of focusing on the exhibition business has already started showing results with significant improvement in profit margins. We hope to maintain these levels in terms of both revenue growth and margins, while progressing in our growth path of being one of the leaders in the multiplex business in India.”
Shringar Cinemas plans to extend its presence in Thane, Aurangabad, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Surat.
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Sony PAL to air Sankat Mochan Hanuman from May 4 at 9 PM
Mythological series brings Lord Hanuman’s tale of devotion and courage back to TV
MUMBAI: Sony PAL is set to bring back the timeless mythological series Sankat Mochan Hanuman, with its premiere scheduled for May 4 at 9 PM. The show revisits the legendary journey of Lord Hanuman, offering viewers a chance to reconnect with one of Indian mythology’s most revered figures.
Centred on themes of devotion, courage and righteousness, the series traces Hanuman’s unwavering loyalty to Lord Ram and his fearless stand against evil. With its mix of dramatic storytelling and visually rich sequences, the show aims to deliver both entertainment and spiritual resonance, appealing to audiences across age groups.
The narrative unfolds as a larger-than-life saga, positioning Hanuman as the ultimate protector and a symbol of strength and selfless service. His journey, rooted in faith and duty, continues to strike a chord with viewers, making the series as relevant today as ever.
The cast features Gagan Malik as Lord Ram, Debalina Chatterjee as Sita, Nirbhay Wadhwa in the titular role, and Saurav Gurjar as Raavan. Their performances bring depth and authenticity to characters deeply embedded in Indian cultural memory.
With its return to television, the show is positioned as more than just a rerun. It taps into a renewed appetite for mythological storytelling, blending nostalgia with timeless values.
As audiences increasingly seek content that resonates beyond entertainment, ‘Sankat Mochan Hanuman’ offers a familiar yet powerful narrative, reminding viewers that stories of faith and courage never really go out of style.
