Streaming platforms are revising film base prices downwards if they underperform in theaters, reflecting a shift towards profitability and risk sharing. This move, seen with films like Akhanda 2, involves reducing guaranteed payments and implementing slab-wise revenue structures where bonus payments are tied to box office milestones. This approach aims to create a more transparent and level playing field, acknowledging theatrical performance as a key indicator of audience reception and a risk filter for digital rights acquisition.