Ranbir Kapoor mobbed at Thane theatre on National Cinema Day

Millions of moviegoers joined the first-ever National Cinema Day on September 23, Friday. The special day is celebrated across more than 4,000 silver screens in India, at special discounted rates.

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An initiative of the Multiplex Association of India (MAI), on September 23, film-buffs can pay just Rs 75 per ticket and walk into any cinema of their choice along with other "special surprises" lined up for them to mark the NCD.

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On the occasion of National Cinema Day, Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor and ‘Brahmastra: Part One - Shiva’ director Ayan Mukerji visited a multiplex at Thane's Vivana Mall.

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The duo was seen getting mobbed by fans as they interacted with several of them at the venue. Some even tripped while trying to take a selfie with the actor.

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Ranbir was spotted wearing an all-black casual outfit, while Ayan opted for a white t-shirt, grey trousers, and a flannel shirt.

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Also starring Alia Bhatt, Amitabh Bachchan, and Mouni Roy, the film opened worldwide on September 9.

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While the film has raised over Rs 360 crore gross at the global box office, it was criticised for its story and dialogues.

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Spilling the beans on its sequel, Ayan recently shared that fans will be treated to a "dramatic conflict" in the forthcoming part two titled 'Dev'.

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‘Brahmastra’ is produced by Dharma Productions and Star Studios. ‘RRR’ director SS Rajamouli serves as the film's presenter for its South Indian language versions.

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