India, May 17 -- The Indian box office has been in this kinda exciting phase lately, and it seems to be getting a big boost from the strong run of a brand new major release. All across the country, people are once again piling into theaters in huge numbers so that the screenings turn into lively kinds of celebrations, and everyone feels like they're sharing the moment.

This also points to a noticeable shift in how folks watch things, because now they are opting for the big-screen experience more than before. They want high-energy storytelling and characters that actually hit, instead of just waiting at home for an OTT release.

And since cinemas are getting that fresh buzz, older films, too, are still pulling in solid footfall and attent...