Thiruvananthapuram Mayor again raises issue of overpricing in cinemas
Says Corporation wanted cinema owners to come to a consensus on the issue
Mayor V.V. Rajesh has once again highlighted the issue of overpricing at cinemas in Thiruvananthapuram. Speaking at a press conference, the Mayor pointed out that cinemas in malls and multiplexes have started increasing ticket prices during peak times. He recounted an incident where a family paid ₹6,049 for seven tickets with expected recliner seats, but were instead given regular seats.
Rajesh also mentioned a producer who had to pay ₹498 for popcorn, while the cost of a single ticket was lower. The civic body has been receiving numerous complaints from the public regarding overpricing in cinemas. Before taking any legal or administrative actions, the Corporation aims to reach a consensus among cinema owners on the issue.
They also suggested that cinemas should provide drinking water both inside and outside the venue. Rajesh acknowledged the Corporation's limitations in directly intervening in price-setting decisions, but announced plans to convene a meeting with cinema owners in the Corporation area. The meeting will discuss various aspects such as parking facilities, hygiene standards, waste management, and electrical safety.
Further actions will be determined after this meeting with cinema owners. Additionally, a meeting with cinema producers will be held to address concerns like displaying cinema posters. The Mayor expressed satisfaction that the government is taking steps to inspect cinemas for overpricing issues.
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