US EditionPVR Slaps Rs 60 Crore Lawsuit On Maddock Films After Bhool Chuk Maaf Skips Theatre
- Maddock Films decided to forgo the planned May 9, 2025 cinema debut of Bhool Chuk Maaf, opting instead for a digital launch on Prime Video scheduled for May 16, 2025, accessible both in India and internationally.
- The cancellation followed India's Operation Sindoor on May 7, a deep-strike counterterrorism action in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, which led to heightened national security and civil defence drills.
- Maddock Films announced the change in release plans was motivated by safety considerations amid a rise in emergency preparedness activities, such as blackouts and drills, conducted across various Indian cities under directives from government authorities.
- PVR Inox, India’s leading multiplex chain, issued a Rs 60 crore legal notice to Maddock Films for losses from the canceled theatrical release and promotions, calling the withdrawal unprofessional without formal notice.
- This event reflects the entertainment industry's cautious response to escalating India-Pakistan tensions and national security measures, impacting film releases and cinema operations.
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Maddock Films takes big step over theatrical release of Bhool Chuk Maaf as 'spirit of the nation comes first'
The makers of Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi starrer Bhool Chuk Maaf have taken a big step ahead of the film's theatrical release. The family drama will now directly release on OTT and not in theatres. Citing 'spirit of the nation', the makers have cancelled the theatrical release of Bhool Chuk Maaf a day before its scheduled date. The film that was being released on the silver screen on May 9 will now hit OTT on May 16, 2025. This action was ta…
Rajkummar Rao & Wamiqa Gabbi Starrer Bhool Chuk Maaf's Release Put On The Back Burner
Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi starrer Bhool Chuk Maaf's release remains uncertain amid Maddock Film's row with PVR. The Bombay High Court has restrained the production house from releasing the film on OTT platforms before completing an 8-week theatrical window, as was previously agreed with PVR Inox. The court also cited that the production house's decision to cancel theatrical release was a breach of contract. The High Court has prevented the …
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Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films has been one of the more consistent production banners in Bollywood, with a string of theatrical successes to its credit in recent times. After scoring hits with Munjya and Stree 2 in 2024, and the 2025 blockbuster Chhaava, the banner is currently gearing up for its next release, Bhool Chuk Maaf, while Cocktail 2 is set to go on floors soon. Additionally, Vicky Kaushal’s Mahavatar is currently in the scripting stage.…
Bombay High Court blocks Bhool Chuk Maaf OTT release – Here’s what happened
The Bombay High Court has ordered a temporary halt on the release of Bhool Chuk Maaf on Amazon Prime Video, following a… The post Bombay High Court blocks Bhool Chuk Maaf OTT release – Here’s what happened first appeared on Latest Telugu cinema news | Movie reviews | OTT Updates, OTT.
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