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Director Alleges Unfair Screenings for Small Film
8 Nov
Summary
- Director Vinod Kapri claims film screenings were drastically reduced.
- He alleges theatre owners cited the release of 'Ramayana' as the reason.
- Kapri stated over 75% of shows for 'Pyre' were allegedly cut.
Filmmaker Vinod Kapri has expressed distress over a substantial reduction in screenings for his recently released film, 'Pyre.' He alleges that theatre owners and distributors have drastically cut the film's showtimes, reportedly stating that no other films would be screened following the release of the highly anticipated 'Ramayana.' Kapri shared his concerns via an emotional video message, highlighting that despite positive word-of-mouth and audience interest, his film's availability diminished significantly.
Kapri claimed that 'Pyre,' made on a modest budget of Rs 2.5 crore with non-professional actors, saw over 75% of its shows slashed, reducing them to under 100 from an initial 400. He questioned the ethical implications of shutting down a smaller film to make way for a larger one, especially when 'Pyre' was reportedly resonating deeply with audiences. The director appealed for a fair chance, emphasizing that his team had invested immense effort into the film, just as larger productions did.
He provided specific examples, noting that Delhi screenings for 'Pyre' dropped from 66 to just 16 per day. Despite these challenges, Kapri expressed determination to fight back, stating the film's resilience was fueled by audience love. 'Pyre' is described as an emotional drama set in Uttarakhand, focusing on an elderly couple awaiting their son's return, released on October 30.
