PVR INOX reported strong financial results for Q3 FY26, with revenue reaching ₹19,077 million, a 9.7% increase YoY. EBITDA stood at ₹3,435 million, a significant 18.0% margin, while PAT reached ₹1,149 million. The company saw strong box office performance and YTD revenue, EBITDA, and PAT, reaching highs post-pandemic. The company added screens and aims to keep growing.
Key Financial Performance
PVR INOX showcased a robust financial performance in Q3 FY26:
- Revenue: Reached ₹19,077 million, reflecting a growth of 9.7% compared to the previous year.
- EBITDA: Amounted to ₹3,435 million, showcasing an impressive 18.0% margin. This excludes a one-time impact of ₹446 million towards the implementation of New Labour Codes applicable from 21st Nov 2025.
- PAT: Stood at ₹1,149 million, highlighting a 6.0% margin.
Operating Highlights
The company’s operating metrics also demonstrated strong performance:
- Admissions: Reached 40.5 million, up 8.6% YoY.
- Average Ticket Price (ATP): Increased to ₹293, a 4.1% rise.
- Spend Per Head (SPH): Grew to ₹146, a 4.2% improvement.
Industry Box Office Update
- CY 2025 recorded the highest ever box office collection.
- CY 2025 India Box Office is 32% higher than Pre-Pandemic Box Office.
- There has been a broad based theatrical strength
- More 100-200 CR Movies powering a more balanced box office
Screen Growth Update
PVR INOX continues to expand its screen presence:
- Net screen addition for 9M FY’26 was 51 screens.
- On track to open 90 – 100 new screens in FY’26.
Debt Reduction
- The company is on target with deleveraging of debt to improve balance sheet.
- Accelerating Towards Negligible Net Debt Level
Future Outlook
2026 is expected to be bigger than 2025 with exciting Bollywood and Hollywood releases planned.
Source: BSE
