PVR Inox Q1 FY26 Financial Highlights

PVR INOX Ltd has announced a notable improvement in its financial performance for the first quarter of FY26, with consolidated losses narrowing significantly to Rs 54.5 crore, down from Rs 179 crore in the same period last year. This improvement was driven by a strong lineup of movies that attracted more visitors to its cinemas.

Revenue and Expenses

The company's revenue from operations saw a substantial increase to Rs 1,469.1 crore in Q1 FY26, up from Rs 1,190.7 crore a year ago. However, total expenses also rose to Rs 1,571.7 crore from Rs 1,457.5 crore in the same period of FY25.

Growth in Patrons and Expansion

PVR INOX reported a 12% year-on-year growth in cinema visitors, totaling 34 million. The company, which now operates 353 cinemas with 1,745 screens across 111 cities, also opened 20 new screens during the quarter, further expanding its footprint.

Future Outlook

According to Ajay Bijli, Managing Director of PVR INOX Ltd, the company is optimistic about the future, citing a robust pipeline of films across various languages and genres. "FY26 has begun on a positive note, with Q1 delivering healthy growth across key operating and financial metrics," Bijli stated.