‘RRR’: Ticket prices hiked too much in Telangana

If you are planning to watch ‘Roudram Ranam Rudhiram’ in the first weekend of its release, be prepared to spend more than ever on ticket. The Telangana government has allowed surge pricing beyond the current maximum price of Rs 295 in multiplexes. The Rajamouli directorial hits the screens on March 25.

As per a new government order released today, the ticket price can be hiked by Rs 50 in all theaters on March 25, 26, and 27. It can be hiked by Rs 30 till April 3. The figures are even higher for recliner seats (with the maximum figure standing at Rs 100). The above rates are applicable only for AC theatres, whether they are single screens or multiplexes.

In effect, here are the new rates:

First three days:

Single screens: Rs 236

Multiplexes: Rs 413

After three days and till ten days:

Single screens: Rs 212

Multiplexes: Rs 354

It has to be seen what the effect of the rates is going to be like.