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Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Advance Demand Triggers 5 a.m. IMAX Shows in India Ahead of Sept. 12 Opening

Early reviews praise the IMAX-scale spectacle, noting pacing concerns from a 155-minute runtime with frequent flashbacks.

Image: ©Copyright_ ©Koyoharu Gotoge _ SHUEISHA, Aniplex, ufotable
Anime Demon Slayer Infinity Castle Sets New Record, Becomes First Japanese Movie To Get 5 AM Screenings In India | Image: X
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Overview

  • The film opens in India on September 12 as the first entry in a planned trilogy, with screenings in Japanese, English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.
  • Reports in India cite roughly Rs 5 crore in early pre-sales after just a few days of bookings.
  • IMAX locations have added 5 a.m. shows on public demand, and trade watchers say those early screenings are filling quickly.
  • Ticketing snapshots include about 25,000 tickets sold at PVR, 6,000 at Cinepolis, and more than 65,000 BookMyShow bookings in the last 24 hours.
  • Critics highlight standout animation and sound design best experienced in premium formats, while flagging pacing drawbacks tied to length and heavy flashback use.