Telangana High Court Puts Brakes on Pawan Kalyan's 'OG' Ticket Price Hike!

Fans eagerly awaiting Pawan Kalyan's upcoming action-thriller 'OG' have just received a significant update from the Telangana High Court. In a crucial development, the Division Bench has issued a stay on an earlier order that permitted a hike in ticket prices for the much-anticipated film. This decision comes as a major blow to the film's producers and could alter the initial theatrical release strategy.

The saga began when 'OG' producer D.V.V.

Danayya approached the High Court seeking permission for an increase in ticket prices, the allowance of special shows, and an exemption from GST. A Single Judge initially ruled in favor of the producer, granting permission for the ticket price hike and special shows specifically for the first week of the film's release.

This initial ruling brought relief to the makers, promising potentially higher initial box office collections for the big-budget venture.

However, the Telangana government was quick to challenge this decision. Arguing against the Single Judge's order, the government contended that the petition filed by the producer was premature.

Their primary argument was that the release date of 'OG' had not yet been officially confirmed, making any application for a ticket price hike at that stage invalid and speculative.

The matter was then taken up by a Division Bench of the High Court, comprising Chief Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice J Anil Kumar.

After hearing arguments from both sides, the Division Bench sided with the state government. They underscored the legal principle that a petition seeking a ticket price hike can only be filed once the film's release date is confirmed and imminent. Citing this procedural lapse, the Division Bench stayed the order previously issued by the Single Judge.

This ruling means that, for now, 'OG' will not be able to implement the higher ticket prices that were initially approved.

The film, starring the immensely popular Pawan Kalyan and directed by Sujeeth, has generated considerable buzz among movie buffs. While this legal setback introduces an element of uncertainty regarding box office projections, the anticipation for 'OG' remains sky-high. Producers will now likely need to re-evaluate their strategy and potentially file a fresh application for ticket price adjustments closer to the confirmed release date, adhering strictly to the court's guidelines.