PVR INOX FY26 Turnaround: Net Profit at Rs. 2,685 Mn; Q4 EBITDA Surges to Rs. 4.52B
PVR INOX delivered a strong FY26 turnaround with standalone net profit of Rs. 2,685 million against a prior year loss of Rs. 2,769 million, while consolidated revenue from operations grew to Rs. 66,462 million. Q4 consolidated EBITDA surged to Rs. 4.52B from Rs. 2.89B YoY, with EBITDA margin expanding to 29.2% from 23.53%, underscoring improved operating leverage. The company also significantly reduced borrowings and completed the disposal of subsidiary Zea Maize Private Limited, generating an exceptional gain.

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PVR INOX Limited announced its audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the fourth quarter and full financial year ended March 31, 2026, following approval by the Board of Directors at its meeting held on May 11, 2026. The statutory auditors, M/s. S.R. Batliboi & Co. LLP, issued an unmodified audit opinion on both the standalone and consolidated financial results pursuant to Regulation 33 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Standalone Financial Performance
The company delivered a significant turnaround on a standalone basis, reporting a net profit of Rs. 2,685 million for FY26 compared to a net loss of Rs. 2,769 million in FY25. Standalone revenue from operations grew to Rs. 63,912 million from Rs. 54,424 million in the prior year. Total standalone income for FY26 stood at Rs. 65,682 million versus Rs. 56,061 million in FY25. Total standalone expenses for FY26 were Rs. 63,148 million compared to Rs. 59,812 million in FY25.
The following table summarises the key standalone financial metrics:
| Metric: | Q4 FY26 (Audited) | Q3 FY26 (Unaudited) | Q4 FY25 (Audited) | FY26 (Audited) | FY25 (Audited) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations (Rs. mn): | 14,870 | 17,736 | 11,766 | 63,912 | 54,424 |
| Other Income (Rs. mn): | 760 | 361 | 567 | 1,770 | 1,637 |
| Total Income (Rs. mn): | 15,630 | 18,097 | 12,333 | 65,682 | 56,061 |
| Total Expenses (Rs. mn): | 15,401 | 16,500 | 13,998 | 63,148 | 59,812 |
| Profit/(Loss) before Exceptional Items & Tax (Rs. mn): | 229 | 1,597 | (1,665) | 2,534 | (3,751) |
| Exceptional Items - net (gain)/loss (Rs. mn): | (1,223) | 423 | - | (800) | - |
| Profit/(Loss) before Tax (Rs. mn): | 1,452 | 1,174 | (1,665) | 3,334 | (3,751) |
| Net Profit/(Loss) after Tax (Rs. mn): | 1,208 | 950 | (1,228) | 2,685 | (2,769) |
| Basic EPS (Rs.): | 12.30 | 9.67 | (12.51) | 27.34 | (28.20) |
| Diluted EPS (Rs.): | 12.25 | 9.63 | (12.51) | 27.23 | (28.20) |
Standalone Exceptional Items
Standalone exceptional items for FY26 included a net gain of Rs. 800 million, comprising several components:
- Labour Code impact: The company recognised an incremental liability of Rs. 392 million following the Government of India's notification of four new Labour Codes on November 21, 2025, consolidating 29 existing labour laws.
- Disposal of Zea Maize Private Limited: The company disposed of its entire 93.27% shareholding in subsidiary Zea Maize Private Limited for a consideration of Rs. 2,221 million (net of expenses) with effect from January 29, 2026. The carrying value of the investment on the date of sale was Rs. 951 million, resulting in an exceptional gain of Rs. 1,270 million (net of expenses).
- Capital work-in-progress impairment: Capital work-in-progress of Rs. 78 million relating to a property under development was impaired due to a dispute with the landlord.
Standalone Balance Sheet Highlights
The standalone balance sheet as at March 31, 2026 reflected total assets of Rs. 1,54,784 million compared to Rs. 1,62,149 million as at March 31, 2025. Total equity stood at Rs. 73,369 million versus Rs. 70,708 million in the prior year, with other equity of Rs. 72,387 million against Rs. 69,726 million. Non-current borrowings declined to Rs. 4,592 million from Rs. 9,198 million, while current borrowings reduced to Rs. 2,994 million from Rs. 5,710 million, indicating meaningful debt reduction during the year. Cash and cash equivalents at year-end were Rs. 4,429 million compared to Rs. 4,489 million at the start of the year.
Standalone Cash Flow Summary
On a standalone basis, net cash flows generated from operating activities stood at Rs. 20,719 million for FY26 versus Rs. 19,514 million in FY25. Net cash flows used in investing activities were Rs. (212) million compared to Rs. (3,173) million in FY25, aided by proceeds of Rs. 2,221 million from the sale of investment in subsidiary. Net cash flows used in financing activities were Rs. (20,567) million versus Rs. (15,279) million in FY25, reflecting significant repayment of long-term borrowings of Rs. 7,320 million and lease liabilities of Rs. 11,798 million.
Consolidated Financial Performance
On a consolidated basis, PVR INOX reported a profit for the year of Rs. 3,328 million for FY26, reversing a net loss of Rs. 2,809 million in FY25. Consolidated revenue from operations grew to Rs. 66,462 million from Rs. 56,999 million. Total consolidated income for FY26 was Rs. 68,297 million versus Rs. 58,708 million in FY25. Total consolidated expenses were Rs. 65,540 million compared to Rs. 62,287 million in FY25. On a quarterly basis, Q4 EBITDA came in at Rs. 4.52B versus Rs. 2.89B in the same period of the prior year, with the EBITDA margin expanding to 29.2% from 23.53% year-on-year, reflecting improved operating leverage.
| Metric: | Q4 FY26 (Audited) | Q3 FY26 (Unaudited) | Q4 FY25 (Audited) | FY26 (Audited) | FY25 (Audited) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations (Rs. mn): | 15,473 | 18,497 | 12,299 | 66,462 | 56,999 |
| Total Income (Rs. mn): | 16,239 | 18,897 | 12,885 | 68,297 | 58,708 |
| Total Expenses (Rs. mn): | 15,990 | 17,211 | 14,515 | 65,540 | 62,287 |
| Profit/(Loss) before Exceptional Items & Tax (Rs. mn): | 248 | 1,685 | (1,632) | 2,752 | (3,582) |
| Profit/(Loss) after Tax - Continuing Operations (Rs. mn): | 150 | 1,003 | (1,208) | 1,761 | (2,648) |
| Profit/(Loss) after Tax - Discontinued Operations (Rs. mn): | 1,714 | (49) | (45) | 1,567 | (161) |
| Profit/(Loss) for the Year (Rs. mn): | 1,864 | 954 | (1,253) | 3,328 | (2,809) |
| Basic EPS - Continuing & Discontinued Operations (Rs.): | 18.99 | 9.75 | (12.73) | 34.01 | (28.48) |
| Diluted EPS - Continuing & Discontinued Operations (Rs.): | 18.95 | 9.70 | (12.73) | 33.87 | (28.48) |
The following table highlights Q4 EBITDA performance on a year-on-year basis:
| Metric: | Q4 FY26 | Q4 FY25 | Change (YoY) |
|---|---|---|---|
| EBITDA (Rs. B): | 4.52 | 2.89 | Higher |
| EBITDA Margin (%): | 29.2% | 23.53% | +567 bps |
Consolidated Segment Performance
The group operates across two primary segments — movie exhibition and movie production & distribution. The following table presents segment revenues and results for FY26:
| Segment: | FY26 Revenue (Rs. mn) | FY25 Revenue (Rs. mn) |
|---|---|---|
| Movie Exhibition: | 66,079 | 56,408 |
| Movie Production & Distribution: | 3,714 | 3,866 |
| Inter-segment Elimination: | (1,496) | (1,566) |
| Total: | 68,297 | 58,708 |
Segment results for FY26 showed the movie exhibition segment reporting a profit of Rs. 2,536 million versus a loss of Rs. 3,767 million in FY25, while movie production & distribution contributed a profit of Rs. 216 million against Rs. 185 million in FY25. Segment assets for the movie exhibition segment stood at Rs. 1,47,321 million and for movie production & distribution at Rs. 2,710 million as at March 31, 2026. Segment liabilities for movie exhibition were Rs. 81,551 million and for movie production & distribution were Rs. 785 million.
Discontinued Operations and Consolidated Exceptional Items
The disposal of Zea Maize Private Limited was treated as a discontinued operation in the consolidated results under Ind AS 105. The exceptional gain on disposal of discontinued operations amounted to Rs. 1,952 million in the consolidated results, with the carrying value of net assets of the subsidiary on the date of sale at Rs. 269 million. For FY26, discontinued operations reported total income of Rs. 849 million and total expenses of Rs. 1,037 million, resulting in a loss before tax of Rs. 188 million. Consolidated exceptional items also included the Labour Code impact of Rs. 405 million and capital work-in-progress impairment of Rs. 78 million.
Consolidated Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Highlights
The consolidated balance sheet as at March 31, 2026 reflected total assets of Rs. 1,56,123 million compared to Rs. 1,62,624 million as at March 31, 2025. Total consolidated equity stood at Rs. 73,787 million versus Rs. 70,534 million in the prior year. Non-current borrowings declined to Rs. 4,592 million from Rs. 9,198 million, and current borrowings reduced to Rs. 2,994 million from Rs. 5,710 million. Consolidated cash and cash equivalents at year-end were Rs. 5,883 million compared to Rs. 5,225 million at the start of the year. Net cash flows generated from total operating activities were Rs. 21,603 million for FY26 versus Rs. 19,675 million in FY25, while total cash flows used in financing activities were Rs. (20,651) million versus Rs. (15,348) million in FY25.
Board Actions and AGM
The Board also approved the convening of the 31st Annual General Meeting of the company through Video Conferencing or Other Audio Visual Means, in accordance with relevant circulars issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and SEBI. The date and time of the AGM are to be communicated separately along with the AGM notice. The trading window reopened from May 13, 2026, following the conclusion of the board meeting, which was held from 12:30 PM to 1:40 PM IST on May 11, 2026.
Historical Stock Returns for PVR Inox
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -4.01% | -3.57% | +7.92% | -10.62% | +10.53% | -10.62% |
With non-current borrowings nearly halved to Rs. 4,592 million, how might PVR INOX deploy its strengthened balance sheet — through aggressive screen expansion, acquisitions, or shareholder returns in FY27?
Given the disposal of Zea Maize and the focus on core exhibition business, is PVR INOX likely to pursue further divestments of non-core assets to streamline operations and unlock additional value?
With EBITDA margins expanding 567 bps year-on-year to 29.2% in Q4 FY26, what content pipeline and occupancy trends in FY27 could sustain or further improve this margin trajectory?


































