PVR INOX reported a powerful turnaround in the primary quarter of FY27, posting a profit after tax (PAT) of Rs 56.5 crore, in comparison with a Rs 54 crore loss through the same period last 12 months. The multiplex operator also recorded a ten.4 percent increase in consolidated revenue, which rose to Rs 1,622.2 crore from Rs 1,469 crore a 12 months ago.
PVR INOX Q1 results: Profit at Rs 56.5 crore, revenue up 10.4%, box office surges
The corporate’s performance comes alongside a strong recovery within the theatrical business, with India’s total box office collections growing 20 percent year-on-year through the quarter.
Strong film slate boosts admissions
PVR INOX credited the quarter’s performance to a healthy mixture of Hindi, regional and Hollywood movies. Amongst Hindi releases, Bhoot Bangla, Cocktail 2 and Principal Wapas Aunga emerged as strong performers. Regional cinema also delivered impressive growth, led by movies comparable to Raja Shivaji (Marathi), Drishyam 3 (Malayalam) and Karuppu (Tamil).
Hollywood titles also contributed significantly, with non-franchise movies including Project Hail Mary, Michael and Obsession drawing audiences to cinemas.
Admissions, ticket prices and F&B sales rise
The multiplex chain recorded 36.6 million admissions through the quarter, reflecting an 8 percent year-on-year increase. Its Average Ticket Price (ATP) stood at Rs 273, up 8 percent from the previous 12 months, while Spend Per Head (SPH) increased 9 percent to Rs 161. In consequence, ticket revenue rose 16 percent, while food and beverage sales registered a 17 percent increase in comparison with the identical quarter last 12 months.
EBITDA nearly doubles, company turns net money positive
PVR INOX also reported a pointy improvement in profitability. EBITDA climbed 90 percent to Rs 229.6 crore, with EBITDA margins expanding from 8.2 percent to 14 percent, driven by stronger operating leverage.
The corporate also achieved a key financial milestone by turning net money positive, ending the quarter with Rs 80.7 crore in net money as of June 30, 2026.
Ajay Bijli on the quarter’s performance
Commenting on the outcomes, PVR INOX Managing Director Ajay Bijli said the corporate’s operational performance improved across key parameters: “The industry delivered broad-based growth, our operating metrics improved across the board, and the corporate is now net money positive. With a various content slate ahead and a capital-light expansion model, our focus stays on delighting consumers, driving footfalls and creating enduring value for our shareholders.”
Following the announcement of the quarterly results, PVR INOX shares climbed 5.5 per cent to Rs 1,047.85 on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), reflecting positive investor sentiment after the corporate’s return to profitability.
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