Key Decisions and Approvals
1. Financial Results Approval
The Board of Directors at its meeting held on Friday, 22nd May, 2026 approved:
- Audited Financial Results (Standalone and Consolidated) for the quarter and year ended 31st March, 2026
- The results were reviewed and recommended by the Audit Committee
- Meeting commenced at 5:15 p.m. and concluded at 5:45 p.m.
2. Internal Auditor Reappointment
Re-appointment of M/s. Garg Devendra & Associates, Chartered Accountants, Mumbai (Firm Registration No. 130993W) as Internal Auditors of the Company for FY 2026-27.
3. Foreign Investment Approval
Approved investment of BHD 1,20,000 (Bahraini Dinar One Lakh Twenty Thousands) in Mukta A2 Multiplex W.L.L, a subsidiary company.
Financial Results Summary
Standalone Financials (₹ in lakhs)
Quarter ended March 31, 2026:
- Revenue from operations: ₹776.40
- Other Income: ₹488.54
- Total Revenue: ₹1,264.94
- Total expenditure: ₹927.68
- Profit before tax: ₹272.19
- Tax expense: ₹47.00
- Net profit for the period: ₹227.05
- Basic and diluted EPS: ₹1.01
Year ended March 31, 2026:
- Revenue from operations: ₹1,482.13
- Other Income: ₹1,651.62
- Total Revenue: ₹3,133.75
- Total expenditure: ₹2,451.84
- Profit before tax: ₹681.91
- Tax expense: ₹47.00
- Net profit for the year: ₹559.26
- Basic and diluted EPS: ₹2.48
Consolidated Financials (₹ in lakhs)
Quarter ended March 31, 2026:
- Revenue from operations: ₹4,539.04
- Other Income: ₹714.08
- Total Revenue: ₹5,253.12
- Total expenditure: ₹5,040.20
- Loss before tax: ₹(9.32)
- Tax expense: ₹54.24
- Loss for the period: ₹(69.57)
- Basic and diluted EPS: ₹(0.32)
Year ended March 31, 2026:
- Revenue from operations: ₹17,390.56
- Other Income: ₹1,314.85
- Total Revenue: ₹18,705.41
- Total expenditure: ₹19,456.57
- Loss before tax: ₹(1,100.32)
- Tax expense: ₹73.67
- Loss for the year: ₹(1,180.00)
- Basic and diluted EPS: ₹(5.24)
Shareholding Pattern (as at March 31, 2026)
Public Shareholding
- Number of shares: 6,691,910
- Percentage of shareholding: 29.63%
Promoter and Promoter Group Shareholding
- Number of shares: 15,893,290
- Percentage of shareholding: 70.37%
- No shares pledged/encumbered
- 100% of promoter shares are non-encumbered
Investor Complaints
- No pending complaints at beginning of quarter
- No complaints received during the quarter
- No complaints disposed during the quarter
- No unresolved complaints at end of quarter
Key Financial Ratios (Standalone)
As at March 31, 2026:
- Debt Equity Ratio: 0.3
- Debt Service Coverage Ratio: 1.7
- Current Ratio: 17.8
- Trade receivables turnover ratio: 0.2
- Trade payables turnover: 7.9
- Net Profit Margin: 29.2%
- Return on Equity: 1.1%
- Return on Capital Employed: 1.9%
- Inventory Turnover Ratio: Nil
Legal Contingency - Whistling Woods International Matter
The financial statements contain a significant qualification regarding the Company's investment in Whistling Woods International Limited (WWIL):
Background
- Order dated 9th February 2012 passed by Bombay High Court quashed the Joint Venture Agreement between the company and Maharashtra Film Stage and Cultural Development Corporation (MFSCDC)
- MFSCDC raised net demand of ₹59,19,66,210 and asked WWIL to vacate premises
- Company's and WWIL's Review Petitions were heard by High Court with stay granted on 30 July 2014
Payment Obligations
- High Court ordered payment of ₹10,00,38,000 by January 2015 against arrears of rent for 2000-01 to 2013-14
- Payment of ₹45,00,000 per annum from FY 2014-15 onwards
- As of 31st March 2026: ₹11,35,38,000 paid by Company and ₹3,60,00,000 paid by WWIL
Current Status
- State Government of Maharashtra and MFSCDC challenged High Court order in Supreme Court, dismissed on 22nd September 2014
- Maharashtra State Cabinet approved allotment of 5.5 acres of land on lease basis to Company on 25th September 2018
- Matter remains sub-judice pending final disposal by Bombay High Court
Financial Impact
- Company's investment in WWIL: ₹19,95,11,218
- Loans and advances, deposits, interest receivable and rent receivable from WWIL: ₹64,13,83,146
- WWIL's net worth stands fully eroded as at March 31, 2026
- Management believes preparation on going concern basis is appropriate
- Impact on carrying value of investments and recoverability of loans not determinable
Auditor's Qualification
GAMS & Associates LLP issued a qualified opinion on both standalone and consolidated financial statements primarily due to:
1. Uncertainty regarding recoverability of investments and loans from WWIL
2. Pending outcome of litigation with MFSCDC
3. No adjustments made to carrying values pending final settlement
Investment in Bahrain Subsidiary
- Investment: BHD 120,000 in Mukta A2 Multiplex W.L.L
- Subsidiary engaged in motion picture projection activities
- Incorporated: 17th May, 2016 in Bahrain
- FY 2025-26 Turnover: ₹18,20,56,676
- Acquisition of 60% shareholding (1,200 equity shares of face value BHD 100 each)
- Purpose: Repayment of loan and interest
- Transaction at arm's length basis
Internal Auditor Reappointment
- M/s. Garg Devendra & Associates reappointed for FY 2026-27
- Firm specializes in corporate advisory, internal audits, and taxation services
- Date of reappointment: 22nd May, 2026
Cash Flow Highlights (Standalone)
Year ended March 31, 2026:
- Net cash from operating activities: ₹171.38 lakhs
- Net cash used in investing activities: ₹721.42 lakhs
- Net cash used in financing activities: ₹(904.93) lakhs
- Net decrease in cash: ₹(12.13) lakhs
- Cash and cash equivalents at year-end: ₹55.37 lakhs
Assets and Liabilities Position (Standalone)
As at March 31, 2026:
- Total Assets: ₹32,500.82 lakhs
- Property, plant and equipment: ₹822.82 lakhs
- Investments: ₹3,582.76 lakhs
- Loans: ₹4,398.06 lakhs
- Total Equity: ₹20,143.70 lakhs
- Total Liabilities: ₹12,357.10 lakhs
- Borrowings: ₹5,571.38 lakhs