The Uttar Pradesh government has declared the mythological film Krishnavataram Part 1: Hridayam tax free in the state. The announcement was made by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath after he watched the film during a special screening held in Lucknow.
The film stars Siddharth Gupta and Sanskruti Jayana in lead roles and is based on mythological themes connected to Indian spiritual and cultural traditions. The movie has attracted attention for its storytelling, visual presentation and devotional narrative.
By declaring the film tax free, the Uttar Pradesh government has effectively reduced the entertainment tax burden on movie tickets within the state. Such decisions are often taken by state governments to encourage films considered culturally, historically or socially significant.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reportedly praised the film after attending the screening and highlighted the importance of cinema that reflects Indian heritage, spirituality and cultural values. The government’s decision is expected to make the movie more accessible to audiences across Uttar Pradesh by lowering ticket prices in cinemas.
The announcement has generated positive reactions from the film’s cast, production team and supporters of mythological cinema. Members of the film industry stated that tax free status can help films reach a larger audience, particularly families and viewers interested in devotional and historical subjects.
Mythological and spiritual themed films have continued to gain popularity in India in recent years, with audiences showing increased interest in stories connected to epics, religious traditions and cultural history. Filmmakers have also increasingly used advanced visual effects and large scale production techniques to present mythological narratives in a modern cinematic format.
Industry experts note that state governments occasionally grant tax exemptions to films that promote social awareness, historical education or cultural heritage. Such exemptions can also contribute to stronger box office collections by making movie tickets more affordable for viewers.
The film’s lead actors Siddharth Gupta and Sanskruti Jayana have received appreciation from audiences for their performances in the movie. Supporters of the film have shared reactions online praising the storytelling and visual presentation.
The decision by the Uttar Pradesh government has also renewed discussion about the role of cinema in promoting cultural and spiritual themes. Several filmmakers and artists believe mythological films continue to hold strong emotional and cultural value among Indian audiences.
Entertainment analysts say the tax free status may further increase public interest in the movie, especially in northern states where devotional and mythology based cinema has traditionally attracted large audiences.
The screening attended by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow received considerable media attention, with photographs and videos from the event widely circulated on social media platforms.
Observers also point out that Uttar Pradesh has increasingly promoted itself as a major destination for film production and cultural projects in recent years. The state government has announced several initiatives aimed at supporting cinema, tourism and creative industries.
With the film now receiving tax free status in Uttar Pradesh, industry observers expect its theatrical reach and public visibility to expand further in the coming weeks.