India, July 19 -- Lately, less footfall in theatres has been a cause of concern for filmmakers and exhibitors alike. While many cite the surge of OTT and changing tastes of viewers, some argue that the high ticket prices are keeping audiences away from cinema halls.

And actor Pankaj Tripathi agrees, saying, "Ticket pricing ek mudda hai aur uski bhi ek bhumika hai [in poor collections]. If a family has to go to the theatre today, it's a very costly affair. Ticket prices and the food served there are so expensive."

Recently seen in feature film Metro In Dino, the 48-year-old adds, "I don't know much about the commercial aspect of cinema, so the business game is beyond my understanding. And as an actor, my focus is just on the film. But I ...