The era when Sundays were the prime days for films, attracting audiences to theaters regardless of a film’s quality, has passed. Nowadays, for various reasons, Sundays no longer draw large crowds, and this particular Sunday is the epitome of such downturns.

The IPL Finale match on May 26th, featuring Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals, is a major factor. Most Telugu households are focused on the match, whether watching at home, in cafes, or at special screening events. Many have decided to tune in from the afternoon onward.

Moreover, recent film releases like “Raju Yadav” and “Love Me” have failed to impress both critics and audiences. They lack the appeal to draw significant crowds, although some die-hard cinema fans might still venture out to watch them on a Sunday.

As a result, this Sunday is expected to be a washout for matinee and first show screenings. If the match runs late until around 10 pm, the second shows are likely to be affected as well.