3 Lakh Tickets Sold, 42% IMAX Bookings: Trade Analyst
The excitement is building among Indian moviegoers as the highly anticipated film ‘Oppenheimer,’ directed by Christopher Nolan, gears up for release. According to prominent film trade analyst Ramesh Bala, the advance ticket sales for the movie have already exceeded an impressive 3 Lakh Tickets Sold on BookMyShow in India. What’s even more remarkable is that 42% of these tickets are specifically for the IMAX format, showcasing the immense anticipation for this cinematic experience.
300,000 tickets sold for #Oppenheimer on @bookmyshow in India 🇮🇳
About 42% of this tickets are for #IMAX
54,000 tickets are sold on @bookmyshow for #BarbieMovie in India 🇮🇳
8% have bought for both – #Barbenheimer
— Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) July 18, 2023
Scheduled to hit Indian cinemas on Friday, July 21, ‘Oppenheimer’ is not the only movie garnering attention. Greta Gerwig’s adaptation of ‘Barbie,’ featuring the talented Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, is also set to release on the same day. The advance booking for both movies has witnessed a phenomenal response, indicating a strong opening for them in the Indian market.
‘Oppenheimer’ started its advance booking ten days ago and has seen an overwhelming number of ticket sales across major theatre chains like PVR, INOX, Cinepolis, and even IMAX screens. On the other hand, ‘Barbie’ has also shown promise, with 54,000 tickets already sold across the three major chains for its opening day.
Interestingly, many cinema enthusiasts have booked tickets for both ‘Oppenheimer’ and ‘Barbie.’ In fact, 8% of those who booked tickets for ‘Oppenheimer’ have also secured tickets for ‘Barbie,’ and a substantial portion of the audience plans to watch both films on the same day. Additionally, it’s worth noting that 22% of ‘Oppenheimer’ ticket buyers have previously watched ‘Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One.’
During a press event for ‘Oppenheimer,’ Christopher Nolan was asked about watching ‘Barbie,’ to which he expressed a hint of disinterest, simply replying ‘no.’ However, he did acknowledge the significance of having a diverse lineup of movies in the theatrical marketplace, believing that a crowded marketplace with multiple film offerings is something moviegoers have longed for. He further emphasised that anyone who loves movies should be thrilled about this opportunity.
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In contrast, Cillian Murphy, the lead actor in ‘Oppenheimer,’ expressed his excitement about watching ‘Barbie’ and stated that he would definitely see it. He believes that having two remarkable films by exceptional filmmakers releasing on the same day is beneficial for both the film industry and audiences, offering people the chance to enjoy an entire day at the cinema.
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As the release date approaches, the anticipation for ‘Oppenheimer’ and ‘Barbie’ continues to grow. With massive advance ticket sales and a diverse lineup of films hitting theatres, the Indian cinema industry is poised for an exciting and promising opening weekend. Movie buffs can look forward to a memorable cinematic experience in the coming days.
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