PVR INOX Limited has reported its highest-ever quarterly revenue, EBITDA and profit after tax for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, as strong theatrical performance and higher consumer spending supported the cinema chain’s financial results.
For Q2 FY27, PVR INOX recorded revenue of Rs 21,327 million, or around Rs 2,133 crore, on an Ind AS 116-adjusted basis. This marked a 17% increase from Rs 18,187 million in the corresponding quarter last year.
Adjusted EBITDA rose 44% year on year to Rs 4,752 million, with the EBITDA margin improving to 22.3% from 18.1%. Profit after tax from continuing operations increased 111% to Rs 2,733 million, compared with Rs 1,296 million in Q2 FY26.
The cinema chain welcomed 46.3 million patrons during the quarter, marking a 4% year-on-year increase. Occupancy also improved to 30.4%, compared with 28.7% in the same period last year. Average ticket price rose 14% to Rs 298, while average food and beverage spending per head also increased 14% to Rs 153. Both ticketing and F&B revenues grew 18% during the quarter.
The company said the results were supported by a strong theatrical slate and increased consumer spending.
Commenting on the performance, PVR INOX Managing Director Ajay Bijli said, “Q2 FY’27 has been a landmark quarter for Indian cinema and PVR INOX. We achieved record quarterly and half-yearly revenue, EBITDA and PAT, supported by strong content, higher consumer spends and disciplined costs.”
He added, “Our margins are now well above pre-COVID levels, a clear sign of a structurally stronger business. We generated significant free cash flow, completed our maiden share buyback and carry a strong balance sheet.”
PVR INOX’s results come amid a strong quarter for the Indian theatrical market. According to Ormax Media and company estimates cited by PVR INOX, India’s gross box office collections reached Rs 4,443 crore in Q2 FY27, representing 23% year-on-year growth.
The quarter marked the first time that the Indian box office crossed Rs 4,000 crore in a single quarter. First-half FY27 box office collections stood at Rs 7,618 crore, up 22% year-on-year.
PVR INOX Limited has reported its highest-ever quarterly revenue, EBITDA and profit after tax for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, as strong theatrical performance and higher consumer spending supported the cinema chain’s financial results.
For Q2 FY27, PVR INOX recorded revenue of Rs 21,327 million, or around Rs 2,133 crore, on an Ind AS 116-adjusted basis. This marked a 17% increase from Rs 18,187 million in the corresponding quarter last year.
Adjusted EBITDA rose 44% year on year to Rs 4,752 million, with the EBITDA margin improving to 22.3% from 18.1%. Profit after tax from continuing operations increased 111% to Rs 2,733 million, compared with Rs 1,296 million in Q2 FY26.
The cinema chain welcomed 46.3 million patrons during the quarter, marking a 4% year-on-year increase. Occupancy also improved to 30.4%, compared with 28.7% in the same period last year. Average ticket price rose 14% to Rs 298, while average food and beverage spending per head also increased 14% to Rs 153. Both ticketing and F&B revenues grew 18% during the quarter.
The company said the results were supported by a strong theatrical slate and increased consumer spending.
Commenting on the performance, PVR INOX Managing Director Ajay Bijli said, “Q2 FY’27 has been a landmark quarter for Indian cinema and PVR INOX. We achieved record quarterly and half-yearly revenue, EBITDA and PAT, supported by strong content, higher consumer spends and disciplined costs.”
He added, “Our margins are now well above pre-COVID levels, a clear sign of a structurally stronger business. We generated significant free cash flow, completed our maiden share buyback and carry a strong balance sheet.”
PVR INOX’s results come amid a strong quarter for the Indian theatrical market. According to Ormax Media and company estimates cited by PVR INOX, India’s gross box office collections reached Rs 4,443 crore in Q2 FY27, representing 23% year-on-year growth.
The quarter marked the first time that the Indian box office crossed Rs 4,000 crore in a single quarter. First-half FY27 box office collections stood at Rs 7,618 crore, up 22% year-on-year.