Express News Service
KOCHI: Though cinemas have reopened in the state after the nearly 10-month-long shutdown, it might be a while before theatre owners are able to fully shake off the pandemic blues. This follows the postponement of the release date of some of the keenly anticipated Malayalam movies.
The decision to reschedule the release of movies, including Mammootty-starrer The Priest, was taken by the respective producers. The move was prompted by the spike in Covid-19 cases and the state government’s curbs on screenings. Despite the Centre’s relaxation allowing theatres to function at 100 per cent capacity, considering the spike in Kerala, the state may stick to its decision to allow only 50 per cent of the seating capacity.