Canadian-American entertainment company Lionsgate has announced its India theatrical release slate for the year 2023, which includes Keanu Reeves-starrer John Wick: Chapter 4, Gerard Butler's Plane and Helen Mirren-led Golda.
Other films which are part of the next year's release calendar of Lionsgate are Francis Lawrence's directorial venture The Hunger Games - The Ballad of Songbird & Snakes; White Bird: A Wonder Story, featuring Gillian Anderson and Mirren; comedy-drama About My Father; and action-thriller Bricklayer.
“The theatre business is on an upswing with consumers stepping out to experience good content. It's our constant endeavor to create edgy and contemporary content. With several big-ticket theatrical releases planned across dubbed languages, Lionsgate is looking at a jam-packed 2023,” Rohit Jain, MD, Emerging Markets Asia, Lionsgate, said in a statement.
“We are committed to attracting movie lovers to the cinema hall with the best of content across genres that truly appeal to Indian audiences,” he added.
Wendy Reeds, EVP, International Sales, Lionsgate, said India is a crucial market for Lionsgate and with the upcoming slate they are hoping to increase their fanbase in the country.
“Lionsgate has created a pipeline of action-packed movies and Hollywood tentpoles for Indian audiences. India is a crucial market for us, and with these blockbuster releases planned, we are optimistic of increasing our fanbase in the country,” she said.
