Mukta Arts Limited Reports Strong Q3 FY 2025-26 Performance with Robust Profitability and Margin Expansion

Mukta Arts Limited announced a strong performance for Q3 FY 2025-26, reflecting sustained momentum across its diversified media, entertainment and education businesses. The Company reported a 39% year-on-year increase in consolidated EBITDA to Rs. 1,552 lacs, supported by robust growth in its film exhibition segment and improved operating efficiencies. Consolidated EBITDA margins expanded from 8% to 12% over the comparable nine-month period, while losses before tax narrowed sharply by 93% quarter-on-quarter to Rs. 13.20 lacs. On a standalone basis, Mukta Arts Limited demonstrated significant operating discipline, with EBITDA margins improving to 53% from 48% year-on-year. Total expenses were reduced by 36% over the comparable nine-month period, reflecting focused cost management and streamlined operations. Whistling Woods International Limited continued its steady growth trajectory, recording a 10% increase in revenues over the nine-month period. EBITDA margins improved from 7% to 9% year-on-year, underlining the institution’s strengthening financial position and growing demand for creative education. Mukta A2 Cinemas Private Limited delivered a strong operational turnaround, with EBITDA margins more than doubling quarter-on-quarter to 20% from 9%. EBITDA rose to Rs. 510.66 lacs, while losses before tax declined by 94% to Rs. 20.17 lacs. On a year-on-year basis, EBITDA margins improved from 8% to 13%, highlighting enhanced asset utilization and improved footfalls. International operations also recorded notable progress. Mukta A2 Multiplex W.L.L. (Bahrain) turned EBITDA positive at Rs. 151.96 lacs, compared to a negative EBITDA in the previous year. EBITDA margins improved to 11%, and losses before tax declined by 57% quarter-on- quarter, reflecting improved market conditions and operational stability.