Indian Films Embrace IMAX Amid Limited Screens; Ramayana's Global Release Strategy Sparks Debate
Indian cinema is exploring IMAX technology with SS Rajamouli's Varanasi becoming the first non-English film shot entirely in IMAX format. However, India has only about 26 IMAX screens due to high setup costs, limiting premium viewing options. Industry leaders emphasize the need for more local IMAX content to justify expansion. Meanwhile, Namit Malhotra's Ramayana, a high-budget epic with international ambitions, will release globally two days before its Indian debut, sparking debate over the release strategy and its impact on Indian audiences.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (55/100). Lens Score 25/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (52–58/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
ndtv broke this story on 11 Aug, 07:02 am. Other outlets followed.
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