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Indian cinema bets on theatres again as OTT waits longer and rights spending cools

Indian cinema bets on theatres again as OTT waits longer and rights spending cools

Indian film studios are re-centering movie theatres, delaying OTT releases after theatrical debuts to chase box-office success. As streaming platforms cut spending on film rights, collections have surged, with 2025 hitting record highs. The shift changes the release rhythm for audiences and reshapes revenue strategies across producers, exhibitors, and streamers alike.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
Junaid Khan says Aamir Khan should do just one film in five years

Junaid Khan says Aamir Khan should do just one film in five years

Junaid Khan discussed Ek Din’s box office and explained why he plans to limit Aamir Khan’s involvement in his future projects. The new actor says his priorities are building his own space in the industry, and that frequent releases matter more right now. In doing so, he also shares a surprising view on Aamir’s on-screen workload.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026

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AI generated actors and scripts now face an Oscars eligibility ban

AI generated actors and scripts now face an Oscars eligibility ban

The Academy has updated its rules to bar AI generated actors and scripts from Oscar eligibility, tightening safeguards around credited performances and writing. While the change targets fully synthetic work, it signals a broader shift in how the industry will treat AI contributions—from crediting to compliance—leaving creators and studios scrambling to adapt.

Summarised by Beize from a story on TechCrunch on 2 May 2026
Oscars ban AI acting and writing for eligibility rules starting 2027

Oscars ban AI acting and writing for eligibility rules starting 2027

The Academy Awards will require that acting and writing for Oscar eligibility be human-created. New rules explicitly bar artificial intelligence from being used in these categories, affecting submissions for the March 2027 ceremony. The Academy says the update responds to growing concerns that AI could replace human actors and writers in the film industry, reshaping how future entries are made.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 2 May 2026
Aamir Khan admits he once signed films without reading scripts and now calls it terrifying

Aamir Khan admits he once signed films without reading scripts and now calls it terrifying

Aamir Khan says his “perfectionist” approach didn’t always guide his career. He reveals he agreed to Awwal Number and Tum Mere Ho without reading or hearing the story, influenced by his father. The actor now prefers instincts and meticulous preparation, citing Taare Zameen Par as an example. Those early 1990 films, however, failed at the box office.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 2 May 2026
Silk actress Vijayalakshmi fled abuse at 16 yet industry turned cold at the end

Silk actress Vijayalakshmi fled abuse at 16 yet industry turned cold at the end

Vadlapati Vijayalakshmi, known as “Silk,” left an abusive childhood marriage at 16 with only grit and determination. Dropping out after Class 4, she rose to become a box office force by 20, reshaping South Indian cinema’s glamour economy. Yet as her power faded, the very industry she helped grow is described as turning its back, leaving her to die feeling unloved.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 28 Apr 2026

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Mirzapur director Karan Anshuman says AI could remake Bollywood despite job and ethics fears

Mirzapur director Karan Anshuman says AI could remake Bollywood despite job and ethics fears

Mirzapur writer-director Karan Anshuman, gearing up for his Haryana-set crime series Glory, says AI could lower filmmaking budgets and help Bollywood sharpen storytelling to compete with Hollywood’s big budgets. While he’s excited about new creative possibilities, he also flags real risks: job displacement and ethical concerns that must be handled carefully.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 27 Apr 2026
Indian cinema braces for 2026 slowdown as releases shift and box office growth cools

Indian cinema braces for 2026 slowdown as releases shift and box office growth cools

Indian cinema is bracing for a box office squeeze in 2026 as major releases are pushed back, widening the content gap. Forecasts have been revised sharply, with expected growth now at 10–15% instead of earlier 25–30%. Producers are recalibrating after franchise wins, triggering reshoots and leaning toward mid-budget films.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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