MAI Warns of Netflix-Warner Brothers Deal's Impact on Indian Cinemas
Update: 2025-12-06
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The Multiplex Association of India (MAI) expresses grave concerns over Netflixs potential acquisition of Warner Brothers Discovery, fearing it could diminish the variety of movies available for cinemas and negatively impact Indias film industry. The MAI, representing over 550 multiplexes with 3000 screens, argues that this deal poses competitive and economic risks to Indias theatrical market. They emphasize the importance of cinemas as cultural hubs and economic drivers, supporting millions of jobs. The MAI criticizes Netflixs past approach to theatrical releases and warns that this acquisition could lead to fewer high-quality films for theaters, shorter release windows, and ultimately, harm cinema revenues and the broader film industry infrastructure in India.
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