Originally posted by: Autumnn
Day 0 was not full day so why cannot it be included in day 1 as all were last night shows running into and after midnight.
Why they have been given paid previews name is completely baffling. Producers didn't pay public to watch, we went to watch spending our own money.
Why give different names when they are simply bookings.
When the term "Paid Previews" came into existence, I remember it was the first time for Dostana in 2008, the shows were truly limited like less than 5 to 10 shows (entire India) were only held across a couple of territories. It was just the Celebrity Premiere show extended to normal audience.
A month later Ghajini took it to the next level with shows, but again only the night shows. A year later 3 Idiots followed the same. Even though these were only night shows the numbers were significantly higher as much more screens were added. The difference was significant enough to have it mentioned separately.
Unlike them, Chennai Express had a full-fledged release from the evening (first shows), across the country, a day before the release as Eid fell that day. The numbers were huge and that's why it hasn't been surpassed until Stree 2. This also made sure the numbers were separated for "Paid Previews" and Opening Day as this wasn't the usual way, unlike the others before it or after it.
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