Christopher Nolan’s highly anticipated epic The Odyssey is all set to hit Indian theatres on July 17, and moviegoers are already feeling the impact of its premium pricing.
Ahead of the nationwide release, ticket prices for IMAX screenings have surged across major cities. In some theatres, premium seats are selling for over Rs 3,000, making it one of the most expensive Hollywood releases in India.
The film has generated massive excitement because it was shot entirely using IMAX 70mm film cameras, promising a larger-than-life cinematic experience.
Delhi NCR Ticket Prices
Movie lovers in Delhi NCR will have to spend a premium to watch Christopher Nolan’s latest film in IMAX.
At PVR IMAX with Laser, Priya, Delhi, recliner seats for the 4:45 pm show are priced at Rs 2,500 per ticket.
Recliner tickets for the 9:45 am, 1:15 pm, 8:15 pm and 11:45 pm shows are available for Rs 2,100.
Meanwhile, other seating categories at the theatre are available at comparatively lower prices.
At PVR Select City Walk, Delhi, recliner tickets are priced up to Rs 2,400, while regular seats range between Rs 900 and Rs 1,100, depending on the show timing.
Moviegoers visiting PVR Superplex Logix, Noida, will find recliner seats priced between Rs 1,800 and Rs 1,850. Standard seats are available from Rs 800 to Rs 1,100.
The most affordable IMAX ticket in Delhi NCR is currently available at INOX Coca-Cola IMAX, Paras, Nehru Place, where tickets for the 11:15 am show start at Rs 520.
Mumbai Records the Highest Ticket Prices
Mumbai has the highest ticket prices for The Odyssey in India.
At PVR ICON, Phoenix Palladium, Lower Parel, recliner seats cost Rs 3,100 for all major shows, including the 10:00 am, 1:30 pm, 5:00 pm, 8:30 pm and 11:59 pm screenings.
Classic seats at the same venue are priced between Rs 700 and Rs 1,000.
At Miraj Cinemas IMAX, Wadala, recliner tickets are selling for Rs 2,500 across multiple shows throughout the day.
Regular seats at the venue are priced between Rs 900 and Rs 2,000.
Across several other Mumbai multiplexes, premium recliner seats are generally available between Rs 1,300 and Rs 1,800.
Ticket Prices in Kolkata and Bengaluru
In Kolkata, ticket prices remain comparatively lower.
At INOX South City Mall, tickets for most afternoon and evening shows are priced at Rs 1,240 and Rs 1,100, while morning and late evening shows are slightly cheaper.
Meanwhile, Bengaluru has also witnessed premium pricing.
At Cinepolis Nexus Shantiniketan, ticket prices have gone up to Rs 1,950 for several IMAX shows.
Similarly, PVR VR Bengaluru, Whitefield Road, is offering tickets priced at Rs 1,850, Rs 1,650, Rs 1,550, and Rs 1,200, depending on the seating category and show timing.
Why Are Ticket Prices So High?
One of the biggest reasons behind the premium pricing is the film’s unique production.
Christopher Nolan has shot The Odyssey entirely using IMAX’s largest 70mm film format, making it the first feature film to do so.
The filmmaker has consistently encouraged audiences to experience his movies in IMAX, and exhibitors are expecting strong demand for the film’s premium screenings.
As a result, multiplex chains have priced IMAX tickets significantly higher than standard screenings.
About The Odyssey
The Odyssey is written and directed by Christopher Nolan and produced by Emma Thomas under Universal Pictures.
The film features an impressive ensemble cast, including Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong’o, and several other acclaimed actors.
With its cutting-edge IMAX presentation and Nolan’s reputation for delivering cinematic spectacles, The Odyssey is expected to be one of the biggest global releases of the year.