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Vijay Deverakonda Rules Out Future Ticket Price Hikes for His Films
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 11 Oct 2026, 10:17 AM
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Actor Vijay Deverakonda announced that he will not increase ticket prices for his upcoming movies, citing audience concerns.
Vijay Deverakonda, the star of the recent hit "Ranabaali," addressed the issue of cinema ticket pricing in a brief public statement. He clarified that he will not raise ticket prices for any of his forthcoming films, except in limited circumstances that were not detailed. Deverakonda said the decision reflects his commitment to keeping his movies affordable for a broad audience.
The actor’s remarks come at a time when many producers and distributors are grappling with rising costs of exhibition and the growing prevalence of premium formats. By ruling out price hikes, Deverakonda aims to ensure that his fan base can continue to access his work without additional financial burden.
Industry observers note that such a stance could influence pricing strategies across the Telugu film sector, where star power often drives box‑office decisions. While Deverakonda did not specify which formats might be exempt, he emphasized that the core ticket price will remain stable for standard screenings.
The statement has been welcomed by cinema-goers and trade analysts alike, who see it as a positive move toward maintaining the accessibility of regional cinema in a competitive market.
The actor’s remarks come at a time when many producers and distributors are grappling with rising costs of exhibition and the growing prevalence of premium formats. By ruling out price hikes, Deverakonda aims to ensure that his fan base can continue to access his work without additional financial burden.
Industry observers note that such a stance could influence pricing strategies across the Telugu film sector, where star power often drives box‑office decisions. While Deverakonda did not specify which formats might be exempt, he emphasized that the core ticket price will remain stable for standard screenings.
The statement has been welcomed by cinema-goers and trade analysts alike, who see it as a positive move toward maintaining the accessibility of regional cinema in a competitive market.