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Zee Studios’ Tom & Jerry: Forbidden Compass sees strong theatrical demand across Chennai and Hyderabad
With additional shows being added in Chennai and a strong run in Hyderabad, the film reinforces Zee Studios’ expanding theatrical distribution play
Zee Studios is witnessing encouraging theatrical traction with Tom & Jerry: Forbidden Compass, which has recorded housefull shows in Chennai, prompting exhibitors to add screenings to meet audience demand. The global animation franchise, presented and distributed in India by Zee Studios alongside PVR INOX Pictures Limited, is also running strong in Hyderabad, signalling growing audience engagement across Indian markets.
The response highlights the draw of established global entertainment properties in India’s theatrical landscape, while strengthening Zee Studios’ presence across diverse content categories. Following its association with titles such as Drishyam: The Conclusion, the studio continues to broaden its theatrical portfolio, bringing together films across genres, languages and audience segments.
Commenting on the response, a Zee Studios spokesperson said, “The response to Tom & Jerry: Forbidden Compass in Chennai and Hyderabad is encouraging, particularly with housefull shows prompting additional screenings in Chennai. For us, this reinforces the importance of offering audiences diverse theatrical experiences, from established global franchises to compelling stories across languages and genres. We are focused on building a broader, more dynamic distribution portfolio that responds to evolving audience preferences and creates strong opportunities for content to connect with audiences across markets.”
The film’s performance comes as Zee Studios continues to strengthen its distribution strategy alongside a robust, multilingual slate of upcoming releases. By expanding across genres, languages and globally recognised properties, the studio is building a portfolio designed to serve varied audience preferences and widen the reach of theatrical content across India. Tom & Jerry: Forbidden Compass adds another dimension to this strategy, reflecting Zee Studios’ focus on bringing differentiated entertainment to cinemas while growing its presence across key markets.
