BookMyShow remains the most popular platform for online movie ticket bookings across India, managing the business for almost all cinema chains. Its momentum in ticket sales has been unmatched so far.
However, many users have recently complained that the platform shows fake trends and manipulates booking numbers to create hype around certain films. It is also reported that corporate bookings on Bookmyshow sometimes make it difficult for genuine users to get seats, costing them time and money.
Moreover, many viewers dislike the high platform fees that BookMyShow charges. Meanwhile, a new competitor called the District App has started gaining attention and could soon pose a real threat to BookMyShow’s dominance.
Created by the same team behind Zomato, the District App has already changed the game with attractive discounts and offers for users. It is also planning to introduce a real-time booking tracker that promises more transparency in ticket sales.
In addition, the app has launched unique features like hourly and 24-hour ticket sales, which are quite different from what BookMyShow currently offers. Netizens are welcoming this move and hope it will make the movie business less shady and fairer, giving all films an equal chance to succeed.
