...
...
Next Story

UK theatre staff stop Indian film midway as moviegoers make a mess inside: ‘Pathetic behaviour’

A video that surfaced on X captured two theatre staff members talking to the audience about making a mess inside the hall. The video has gone viral.

Updated on: Jul 25, 2025, 12:16:24 IST
Advertisement

Footage has emerged on social media showing two staff members of a theatre in the UK stopping a screening to confront a group of people for allegedly making a mess. The incident occurred during the screening of an Indian movie.

The staff of a UK theatre is speaking with a group who allegedly created a mess during the screening of an Indian film. (X/@UB1UB2)
The staff of a UK theatre is speaking with a group who allegedly created a mess during the screening of an Indian film. (X/@UB1UB2)

The video shows two staff members talking to the audience, with the floor in front of them covered in trash. At one point, the camera pans towards the screen, which shows a still from a paused movie. The video continues as the staff continues to speak with the audience.

Also Read: Who is Akhil Patel? Indian-origin ‘chaiwala’ who served PM Modi masala tea in UK

The video's caption reads, “Cineworld staff interrupted an Indian movie halfway after the members of the audience were making a mess. " HT.com cannot independently verify this claim.

How did social media react?

A third remarked, “I've never seen such a mess inside a theater even in India.” A fourth posted, “Can't even go to the cinema without turning it into a dump.”

 
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Trisha Sengupta

Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.

Discover the latest Trending News, viral videos, social media stories and unusual events from India and around the world. Stay updated with the topics everyone is talking about.
Discover the latest Trending News, viral videos, social media stories and unusual events from India and around the world. Stay updated with the topics everyone is talking about.
SHARE THIS ARTICLE ON
Hindustantimes wants to start sending you push notifications. Click allow to subscribe