The business of single screen theatres is in distress due to special concessions offered to multiplexes. Moreover, Entertainment tax, Show tax, Advertisement tax and rising piracy has also affected their business.

In order to invite the attention of the Government, since yesterday about 650 Single screen theatres all over Maharashtra have shut down their business for 7 days. The bandh is supported by Cinema Owners & Exhibitor’s Association, Cine Circuit Association and Marathwada Chitrapat Association