Dec 17: This week, cinema stretches across galaxies and dining tables alike, proving that the most powerful stories aren’t defined by scale, but by emotion. From the volcanic landscapes of Pandora to the warm, chaotic corners of a Bengali household, these two films explore loss, legacy, and what it truly means to belong. Whether you’re craving epic spectacle or intimate human drama, this lineup offers journeys that stay with you long after the lights come up.
Gautam Dutta, Chief Executive Officer, Revenue & Operations, PVR INOX, said;
“The phenomenal response to Dhurandhar has clearly raised the bar for audience expectations and reinforced confidence in strong, story-led cinema. Seeing such sustained footfalls and enthusiasm has created real momentum across our theatres. With upcoming spectacles like Avatar: Fire and Ash, audiences are eager for immersive, high-impact experiences. This blend of powerful Indian storytelling and global franchises is energising the exhibition space and driving renewed optimism for the months ahead.”
James Cameron returns to Pandora with Avatar: Fire and Ash, the most emotionally charged chapter of the franchise yet, building directly on the legacy of Avatar (2009) and Avatar: The Way of Water (2022). While the original film introduced audiences to Pandora’s breathtaking world and its fight against colonial greed, The Way of Water deepened the saga by shifting focus to family, belonging, and survival, becoming one of the highest-grossing films of all time.
Fire and Ash picks up in the aftermath of tragedy. Still grieving Neteyam’s death, Jake Sully and Neytiri struggle to hold their family together as Pandora faces a new kind of threat. Enter the Ash People, a fierce, volcanic Na’vi clan led by the formidable Varang, who challenge everything the audience thought they knew about morality on Pandora. Visually explosive yet deeply introspective, the film explores grief, accountability, and the emotional toll of endless war. When alliances blur and old certainties burn, Fire and Ash asks a haunting question: what values survive when even paradise is scarred?
This week at PVR INOX, whether it’s the roar of fire or the clatter of kitchen utensils, these stories prove cinema’s greatest power lies in making us feel seen. Pick your journey wisely. Both promise to leave a mark.