Film exhibitor Manoj Desai, Executive Director of G7 Multiplex (Gaiety Galaxy) and Maratha Mandir Cinema in Mumbai, has strongly criticised the release strategy of Priyadarshan’s Bhooth Bangla, starring Akshay Kumar, alleging that the decision to delay advance bookings is hurting single-screen theatres. Commenting on the response to paid previews, Desai said the film hasn’t opened as expected. He also cited the success of Dhurandhar and DDLJ.Film exhibitor Manoj Desai, Executive Director of G7 Multiplex (Gaiety Galaxy) and Maratha Mandir Cinema in Mumbai, has strongly criticised the release strategy of Priyadarshan’s Bhooth Bangla, starring Akshay Kumar, alleging that the decision to delay advance bookings is hurting single-screen theatres. Commenting on the response to paid previews, Desai said the film hasn’t opened as expected. He also cited the success of Dhurandhar and DDLJ. https://ift.tt/d7TMkNU April 16, 2026 at 11:27PM TOI Entertainment Desk
