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Pyre Director Alleges 75% Show Cuts After Ramayana Release
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 06:39 AM
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The director of the film 'Pyre' has accused distributors of cutting 75% of its shows following the release of 'Ramayana', claiming such actions are harming their small-scale production.
The director of the independent film 'Pyre' has raised serious concerns regarding the distribution of the movie in theaters. He alleged that after the release of the high-profile film 'Ramayana', the number of shows allocated to 'Pyre' was reduced by 75%.
The filmmaker described the situation as an instance of 'arm-twisting' by distributors, arguing that such practices are detrimental to small-scale films. He stated that the sudden reduction in screenings significantly impacts the box office potential and visibility of independent cinema.
While the distributor has not yet issued a detailed public response to these specific allegations, the director emphasized that the decision to cut shows disproportionately affects smaller productions that rely on steady screen presence to recoup costs. The incident has sparked discussions within the industry about fair distribution practices for non-mainstream films.
The filmmaker described the situation as an instance of 'arm-twisting' by distributors, arguing that such practices are detrimental to small-scale films. He stated that the sudden reduction in screenings significantly impacts the box office potential and visibility of independent cinema.
While the distributor has not yet issued a detailed public response to these specific allegations, the director emphasized that the decision to cut shows disproportionately affects smaller productions that rely on steady screen presence to recoup costs. The incident has sparked discussions within the industry about fair distribution practices for non-mainstream films.