Mumbai’s civic body, the BMC, proposes raising theatre tax rates, but the change is currently on hold pending approval from the state Urban Development Department. Until the revised rates are sanctioned and notified, the existing cinema exhibition tax rates continue to apply.
Across reporting, the proposed structure centers on higher charges for multiplex shows, including a rate that could reach Rs 400 per show for air-conditioned venues. Single-screen AC cinemas are proposed at Rs 200 per show, non-AC cinemas at Rs 90, and dramas, jalsas, and other entertainment programmes at Rs 100. Coverage also notes that the proposal would retain exemptions for Marathi and Gujarati films, along with certain categories of plays, one-act plays, and tamashas.
Different outlets also describe related administrative steps and timelines. Both reports cite that the revised rates would take effect only after the state clears them and the changes are issued through the BMC’s Gazette notification. One outlet further details existing tax levels (including Rs 60 for AC cinemas and Rs 45 for non-AC) and mentions a continuation of an advance-payment concession, subject to further civic approvals.
