Nikhil Slams Costly Popcorn at Theatres, Calls It a Bigger Issue

Actor Nikhil Siddhartha has called attention to what he describes as an escalating concern among film audiences—unaffordable snack prices at cinema halls

While discussions around reducing cinema ticket prices continue across states, Nikhil pointed out that the real burden lies in the inflated cost of refreshments like popcorn and soft drinks at multiplexes. Sharing his recent experience at a movie theatre, the actor stated that the food and beverage bill exceeded the price of his movie ticket.

“It's not just about ticket rates anymore. The real shock came when I realized I had spent more on snacks than the actual movie itself,” he remarked. “Viewers should at least be allowed to carry their own water bottles.”

His statement echoes a growing sentiment among the public, especially regular moviegoers, who have raised repeated complaints on social media about high concession prices.