Tollywood's meeting with Telangana CM ends: Game Changer gets no respite

Game Changer is one of the most anticipated films, slated to release on January 10, 2025, as a Sankranthi special. Promotions are on in full swing, and the makers are leaving no stone unturned to keep the film in the spotlight. Earlier today, the entire Telugu film industry met Telangana CM Revanth Reddy in Hyderabad to discuss the future of the industry.

Key issues were discussed at the meeting, but reports suggest that the topic of Allu Arjun was not brought up. Instead, it has been revealed that Allu Aravind will meet the CM separately. Among those present was ace producer Dil Raju, who, as the president of the Telangana Film Chamber, plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between the Telangana government and the film industry.

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After the meeting, Dil Raju was asked about ticket price hikes for upcoming big-budget films. He clarified that such topics were not a priority in this discussion. However, sources close to the producer revealed that the CM stated there would be no special shows or ticket price hikes moving forward in the state. Despite this, Dil Raju remains optimistic that these policies may change in the future.

This decision has significant implications for Game Changer, the first major release to be impacted by the government's stance. As Dil Raju has invested heavily in the film, he would have welcomed the opportunity to sell tickets at higher prices. However, the Telangana government has tightened its policies following the Sandhya Theater stampede incident, making such concessions unlikely.

Other topics discussed included making Hyderabad a hub for producing Hollywood films and implementing changes regarding star visits to theaters. CM Revanth Reddy urged the industry to focus on the bigger picture and take steps to enhance Hyderabad's global reputation in filmmaking.

For now, Game Changer will be released under regular ticket pricing, like any other Telugu film. Fans had hoped for special shows, but it seems unlikely given the current restrictions. It remains to be seen if these policies will evolve in the coming days. Stay tuned for more updates.

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