Amitabh Bachchan expresses concern over future of theaters in the age of digital entertainment

Amitabh Bachchan is concerned over the future of the movie theatres with the rise of digital entertainment.  The ‘Thugs of Hindostan’ actor was unable to attend 25th Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF) this year owing to his to poor health so he interacted with the audience through a video conference. During which he shared that we need to fight to protect the tradition of watching movies on the big screens.

Big B’s video message was released at the closing ceremony of KIFF. The National award-winning actor began his message by saying, “On the 8th of November 2019, was the inauguration of KIFF in one of my most favourite cities Kolkata at a kind invitation of Chief Minister Mamata Di (Banerjee). Unfortunately due to certain circumstances, I was unable to be there. But since I had prepared a speech, I thought it is apt to read it out to you in hope that you will forgive me for my absence“.

 

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Later Big B went on to express his concern about the future of movie theatres in the age of digital entertainment. He suggested films to be released first on big screens and then on online platforms and devices, but cautioned that realistic pricing of tickets and good content were a must to draw people out of their homes.

“Today, when men and women are toiling in the Indian film industry shoulder to shoulder, we also have several options for viewing content in the comfort of our homes. Yet the thrill of watching movies on the big screen remains unmatched,” Bachchan said.

“We need to find ways to protect these traditions. I like the idea of pictures first showing in cinema halls, and then, perhaps, going to streaming and other devices. I am a loyalist to that degree,” he concluded.

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