Amid Spike In Covid Cases And Shutdown Of Cinema Halls, Release Of 'RRR' Has Been Postponed
When is RRR releasing now? The release of SS Rajamouli's RRR has been postponed considering the rise in Covid-19 cases and the shutdown of cinema halls in several states.
In the past few days, the number of Covid-19 cases has been increasing exponentially. In the wake of the same, several states have issued a fresh set of guidelines that include night curfews and shutdown of cinema halls among other things.
States like Haryana and Delhi have shut cinema halls and the forthcoming films will likely suffer because of the same.
#Omicron: Haryana Govt closes cinema halls, sports complexes, swimming pools, and entertainment parks in Gurugram, Faridabad & three other districts; govt & private offices to function with 50% staff attendance
¡ª ANI (@ANI) January 1, 2022
Restrictions to remain in effect till January 12 pic.twitter.com/ILREGZgFn1
Amid the Covid-19 surge, the makers of RRR have announced postponing the release of the movie.
"Keeping the best interests of all the involved parties in mind, we are forced to postpone our film. Our sincere thanks to all the fans and audience for their unconditional love #RRRPPostopened #RRRMovie," the makers announced in a tweet.
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Earlier, the makers of Shahid Kapoor and Mrunal Thakur-starrer Jersey had also postponed its release on Dec 31.
"Inspite our relentless efforts some situations are beyond our control. As many Indian states are closing theatres, we are left with no choice but to ask you to hold on to your excitement. We promise to bring back the Glory of Indian Cinema and at the right time, WE WILL," the statement read.
The multi-lingual film starring Ram Charan and Jr NTR was scheduled to be released on Jan 7. In Maharashtra, cinema halls are operating on 50 percent occupancy.
Keeping the best interests of all the involved parties in mind, we are forced to postpone our film. Our sincere thanks to all the fans and audience for their unconditional love. #RRRPostponed #RRRMovie pic.twitter.com/CEtoV0vaYi
¡ª DVV Entertainment (@DVVMovies) January 1, 2022
On Dec 30, a meeting of Multiplex Association of India (MAI) members held meeting with Deputy CM of Delhi Manish Sisodia to seek him to reopen cinema halls in Delhi.
Karan Johar also made an appeal to the Delhi government, for which he was trolled massively on social media.
We urge the Delhi Government to allow cinemas to operate. Cinemas are equipped with better ability to ensure a hygienic environment while maintaining social distancing norms as compared to other out-of-home settings. @LtGovDelhi @ArvindKejriwal @OfficeOfDyCM #cinemasaresafe
¡ª Karan Johar (@karanjohar) December 30, 2021
How cruel u r to the people ???.
¡ª Swati Srivastava ?? (@2511_swati) January 1, 2022
Shame on u . #BoycottBollywood https://t.co/b07ltMU6e8
Shame on @karanjohar
¡ª Keesha 4 SSR a Proud SSRian (@keesain99) January 1, 2022
He is more concerned about his movies than the health of the movie goers. And still there are idiots out there who go watch his stupid repetitive movies. #BoycottBollywood is the only resolution I will make each New Year. https://t.co/DcJ5plJwVY
If cases increase in delhi Karan Johar will be responsible for that ? https://t.co/6OqbfJ9pBc
¡ª MSDIAN ?? (@MS_07781) January 1, 2022
Schools, colleges and gyms have also been shut due to a surge in Covid-19 and Omicron cases.
(Also Read: Here's All You Need To Know About SS Rajamouli's 'RRR' Whose Teaser Is Blowing Everyone's Mind)
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