The
collaboration kicked off with Dhamaal 4 and Baby Do Die Do, followed by
Mahaprabhu Jagannath releasing on 17 July and Hanuman Ansh arriving in cinemas
on 31 July 2026.
Mumbai,
India: Cinépolis India, one of the country's leading
cinema exhibitors with a strong presence across India and deep expertise in
theatrical exhibition, has announced a strategic distribution partnership with
Panorama Studios for the Delhi & UP Circuit. The collaboration marks
another step in Cinépolis India's commitment to strengthening the theatrical
ecosystem by leveraging its market reach, audience insights, and distribution
capabilities.
Under
this partnership, films exclusively acquired or distributed by either Cinépolis
India or Panorama Studios will be jointly distributed in the Delhi & UP
Circuit. Bringing together Cinépolis India's extensive on-ground presence,
strong exhibitor relationships, and understanding of regional audience
preferences with Panorama Studios' proven distribution expertise, the
partnership aims to maximize theatrical reach and create greater value for
producers, exhibitors, and moviegoers.
The
collaboration began with the successful distribution of Dhamaal 4, the
latest instalment of one of Bollywood's most loved comedy franchises featuring
an ensemble cast including Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi and
Jaaved Jaaferi, and the action-comedy Baby Do Die Do, starring Huma
Qureshi, Chunky Panday and Sikandar Kher. The partnership now continues with
the animated mythological film Mahaprabhu Jagannath, releasing on 17th
July, followed by the Hindi spiritual film Hanuman Ansh, inspired by the
life of the revered saint Shri Neeb Karori Baba, releasing on 31st July. Both
companies are also exploring opportunities to expand the collaboration into
additional distribution territories as it grows.
Speaking
on the partnership, Kumar Mangat Pathak, Chairman, Panorama Studios,
said, "We are delighted to partner with Cinépolis India for the Delhi
& UP Circuit. Both organizations bring deep market understanding, strong
industry relationships, and a shared commitment to theatrical cinema. By
consolidating our strengths and resources, we believe we can unlock greater
value for our films, our partners, and the exhibition ecosystem. This
collaboration reflects our commitment to continually strengthening the
theatrical business, and we look forward to a successful long-term association."
Commenting
on the association, Devang Sampat, Managing Director, Cinépolis India,
said: "At Cinépolis India, we have always believed in building
meaningful partnerships that contribute to the growth of the theatrical
business. Our collaboration with Panorama Studios brings together two
experienced organizations with a common vision of maximizing a film's
theatrical potential. By combining our respective strengths, we can create a
stronger distribution platform that benefits producers, exhibitors, and
ultimately moviegoers. We are confident this partnership will deliver long-term
value for the industry."
Murlidhar
Chhatwani, CEO- Distribution & Syndication, Panorama Studios,
added, "This partnership is a strategic step towards creating a more
efficient and impactful distribution model. By leveraging the combined
expertise and execution capabilities of Panorama Studios and Cinépolis India, we
can ensure wider reach, stronger market presence, and better outcomes for every
film we jointly distribute. We see this as the beginning of a long-term
relationship, and if this collaboration delivers the results we expect, we are
keen to explore opportunities to expand the partnership across additional
territories in the future. Our objective is to build a distribution network
that consistently delivers greater value for producers, exhibitors, and
audiences."
This
strategic alliance reflects both companies' shared vision of strengthening
theatrical distribution through collaboration, operational excellence, and
market expertise. Beginning with the Delhi & UP Circuit, the partnership
lays the foundation for a broader, long-term collaboration, with the potential
to expand into additional territories as the relationship evolves.