Cineline India Reports Unaudited Q2 Results; Net Loss Driven by Fire Incident and Labour Code Impact
Cineline India Ltd has released its Unaudited Financial Results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The results were reviewed by independent auditors, KKC & Associates LLP, and approved at the company's Board of Directors meeting held on July 27, 2026.The Statement of unaudited financial results reflects a net loss for the quarter ending June 30, 2026, primarily impacted by expenses and exceptional items. The figures for the quarter are presented in X lakhs, as detailed below.
Key financial outcomes for the period include:
- Total Income (1+11): 6,030.93
- Total Expenses (IV): 6,024.87
- Profit/(Loss) before tax: (148.13)
- Profit/(Loss) for the period: (120.98)
The company's results are presented in a comprehensive manner across multiple periods, as per the statement:
| Particulars | 30 June 2026 (Unaudited) | 31 Mar 2026 (Audited) | 30 June 2025 (Unaudited) | 31 Mar 2026 (Audited) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from operations | 5,927.46 | 6,222.74 | 4,528.98 | 23,669.62 |
| Other income | 103.47 | 12,767.00 | 169.83 | 830.98 |
| Total Income (1+11) | 6,030.93 | 6,350.41 | 4,698.81 | 24,500.60 |
| Movie exhibition cost | 1,525.81 | 1,898.65 | 1,216.77 | 6,777.25 |
| Consumption of food and beverages | 360.31 | 341.98 | 295.92 | 1,387.60 |
| Power and fuel | 621.58 | 450.94 | 457.43 | 1,839.92 |
| Employee benefits expense | 477.51 | 432.44 | 43,632.00 | 1,827.12 |
| Finance costs | 364.59 | 34,206.00 | 324.48 | 1,321.75 |
| Depreciation & amortization expenses | 890.84 | 817.29 | 684.21 | 2,928.96 |
| Other expenses | 1,784.23 | 1,721.27 | 1,554.11 | 6,890.94 |
| Total Expenses (IV) | 6,024.87 | 6,004.63 | 4,969.24 | 22,973.54 |
| Profit/(Loss) before exceptional item and tax | 6.06 | 345.78 | (270.43) | 1,527.06 |
| Exceptional Items | (154.19) | - | - | (59.19) |
| Profit/(Loss) before tax | (148.13) | 34,578.00 | (270.43) | 1,467.87 |
Operational Highlights and Factors Impacting Earnings
The results for the quarter ending June 30, 2026, are affected by significant operational events as detailed in the financial notes. The company recognized a loss of Rs. 154.19 Lakhs under Exceptional Items due to a fire incident that occurred on May 21, 2026, at Pacific Mall in Ghaziabad, which impacted its cinema premises.
Furthermore, Cineline India assessed and disclosed the financial impact of the new Labour Codes under Exceptional Items for the year ended March 31, 2026. This statutory impact, primarily related to a revised definition of wages under the Labour Codes, was recognized as past service cost amounting to Rs. 59.19 Lakhs.
The results were subject to limited review by independent auditors, KKC & Associates LLP. The company has concluded that there is only one operating segment, and accordingly, no separate disclosures of segment information have been made.
CINELINE Stock Price Movement
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