Pooja Entertainment denies PVR INOX legal dispute, calls reports 'inaccurate'
Synopsis
Pooja Entertainment has publicly denied being in a legal dispute with PVR INOX Pictures, calling the reports 'entirely inaccurate' — even as questions linger over an alleged ₹100 crore refundable advance tied to three box-office underperformers. The denial is notable because the banner is simultaneously fighting a separate IP battle with Tips Industries.
Key Takeaways
Pooja Entertainment issued an official statement on 1 June denying any legal proceedings with PVR INOX Pictures .
The banner called the reports 'entirely inaccurate' and said its relationship with PVR INOX remains 'strong and cordial.' Media reports had alleged a ₹100 crore refundable advance paid by PVR INOX for three films — Mission Raniganj , Ganapath , and Bade Miyan Chote Miyan — all of which underperformed at the box office.
PVR INOX Pictures also issued its own clarification backing Pooja Entertainment's denial, according to the statement.
Separately, Pooja Entertainment is in an ongoing legal dispute with Tips Industries and director David Dhawan over alleged unauthorised use of IP from the 1999 film Biwi No.
Pooja Entertainment, the production banner founded by Vashu Bhagnani, on Monday, 1 June issued an official statement flatly rejecting media reports that alleged active legal proceedings between the banner and PVR INOX Pictures. The company described the claims as 'entirely inaccurate' and asserted that its professional relationship with the multiplex chain remains 'strong and cordial.'
What the Statement Said
The statement, shared on Instagram, addressed the circulating reports directly: 'Recently, reports have circulated regarding alleged legal proceedings between PVR INOX Pictures and Pooja Entertainment. We wish to clarify that these reports are entirely inaccurate.' The banner added that PVR INOX Pictures had itself issued an official clarification 'confirming that these claims do not reflect the reality of our strong professional bond.'
Pooja Entertainment also called on media houses, digital platforms, social channels, and bloggers to 'rely on verified facts and remove any misleading coverage.' The statement warned that continued circulation of unverified stories was 'causing harm to the stakeholders and the company's goodwill built over the years.'
Background: The ₹100 Crore Advance Claim
Several media reports had alleged that PVR INOX Pictures had paid a ₹100 crore refundable advance to Pooja Entertainment for the theatrical releases of Mission Raniganj, Ganapath, and Bade Miyan Chote Miyan. According to those reports, the arrangement stipulated that if the films failed to generate expected revenue, Pooja Entertainment would return the outstanding balance. All three films reportedly underperformed at the box office — a claim Pooja Entertainment has not directly addressed, though it has denied any legal dispute arising from it.
Pooja Entertainment's Broader Legal Context
Notably, this denial comes at a time when Pooja Entertainment is separately engaged in a legal battle with Tips Industries and director David Dhawan. That dispute centres on the alleged 'unauthorised' use of songs and intellectual property from the 1999 film Biwi No. 1 in the production Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. The banner's legal calendar is therefore not entirely clear, even as it distances itself from the PVR INOX claims.
What Happens Next
With both Pooja Entertainment and PVR INOX Pictures publicly dismissing the legal dispute narrative, the immediate reputational pressure appears to have eased. However, the underlying questions around the reported ₹100 crore advance and the commercial performance of the three films remain unanswered in the public domain. Industry observers will watch whether either party addresses those specifics in the days ahead.
Point of View
An alleged ₹100 crore advance against three films that collectively disappointed at the box office, has not been addressed. Silence on the specifics is not the same as a clean bill of health. The timing also matters: Pooja Entertainment is simultaneously embroiled in a separate IP dispute with Tips Industries, which means its legal exposure is already public knowledge. A blanket 'inaccurate' label without addressing the financial arrangement leaves the story open. In Bollywood's opaque distribution ecosystem, such unresolved questions rarely disappear — they resurface at the next box-office cycle.
NationPress
18 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Pooja Entertainment deny about PVR INOX?
Pooja Entertainment denied that any legal proceedings are underway between itself and PVR INOX Pictures, calling the reports 'entirely inaccurate.' The banner said PVR INOX had also issued its own clarification confirming the denial.
What was the alleged ₹100 crore dispute about?
Media reports claimed PVR INOX Pictures had paid a ₹100 crore refundable advance to Pooja Entertainment for the releases of Mission Raniganj, Ganapath, and Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, with a clause requiring repayment if the films underperformed. All three films reportedly failed at the box office. Pooja Entertainment has not addressed these specifics but has denied any legal dispute.
Is Pooja Entertainment involved in any other legal cases?
Yes. Separately from the PVR INOX matter, Pooja Entertainment is in an active legal battle with Tips Industries and director David Dhawan over the alleged unauthorised use of songs and intellectual property from the 1999 film Biwi No. 1 in Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai.
Where did Pooja Entertainment share its official statement?
The official statement was shared on Instagram. It appealed to media houses, digital platforms, bloggers, and social channels to remove misleading coverage and rely only on verified facts.
Has PVR INOX Pictures responded to the dispute claims?
According to Pooja Entertainment's statement, PVR INOX Pictures issued its own official clarification confirming that the legal dispute claims 'do not reflect the reality' of their professional relationship.
