Nikhil Siddhartha opens up about the overpricing of theatre snacks. Going to the cinema has become a costly affair for middle-class families in India. Over the years, ticket prices in both single screens and multiplexes have increased sharply. When a big star’s film is released, ticket prices are raised even more. This is making it difficult for the average person to enjoy a film on the big screen.
However, the real shock comes once you’re inside the theatre. Snacks like popcorn, cool drinks, and other items are being sold at extremely high prices. Outside food and water are not allowed, forcing people to buy whatever is available inside. A family outing can turn expensive quickly, with just snacks costing more than the ticket itself.
Many filmgoers feel this is unfair and say it’s a reason why fewer people are visiting cinemas regularly. This issue is also affecting box office collections, but theatre owners and companies have done little to fix the situation.
Recently, popular Tollywood actor Nikhil Siddhartha raised his voice against this problem. He shared his experience on social media, saying he had to spend more on snacks than on the movie ticket. He urged theatre owners and distribution companies to take this seriously.
Nikhil also requested that theatres allow people to bring their own water bottles at the very least. His post on social media received strong support from fans and general viewers, many of whom shared similar experiences and concerns.
Netizens praised Nikhil for speaking up and are now hoping for real change. With more celebrities joining the conversation, people believe their voices may finally be heard. For now, the question remains—will theatre owners respond and make cinemas more affordable again?
