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The recent order by the Tamil Nadu government had come under fire from various quarters, as it was a public health risk, amid the pandemic. Some big names from the film industry including Arvind Swami had said that continuing with 50% was the apt move.
Days after the TN Govt order was issued, the
Union Home Secretary had written to the Tamil Nadu Chief Secretary, instructing that Central Government’s Unlock Guidelines be followed. As per the Central Government’s (MHA) latest guidelines, cinema halls must operate with a maximum of 50% seating capacity.
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Updated: Jan 8, 2021, 02:36 PM IST
After the Tamil Nadu government decided to allow full occupancy in theatres, it has now informed the Madras High Court that they would work out a solution and come up with a detailed reply by Monday, January 11, about the permissible seating capacity at the movie theatres ahead of the Pongal festival.
50% seating capacity to continue in Tamil Nadu theatres; govt decision likely on Monday - A petition was filed against the state government’s recent order that permitted 100% occupancy of seats in cinema halls.
Revoke order on full occupancy in cinemas: Centre tells TN
January 06, 2021
Film exhibitors believe the success of movies with big stars such as Vijay (left) and Rana Daggubati will pull audiences back to theatres and prompt more releases
Film exhibitors believe the success of movies with big stars such as Vijay (left) and Rana Daggubati will pull audiences back to theatres and prompt more releases×
The Centre has urged the Tamil Nadu government to revoke its order of permitting 100 per cent occupancy in cinemas/theatres/multiplexes even as major films are being planned for release on January 14 on the occasion of the Pongal festival.