Russian Cinema Is Losing Ground in the CIS as Local Film Industries Gain Influenceby Սերգեյ Հովսեփյան 04.10.2026Local films are strengthening their position across CIS markets, while Russian cinema is facing growing competition and new localization requirements.
Fewer Films, Higher Box Office: Armenia’s Cinema Market Grew 35% in the First Half of 2026by Սերգեյ Հովսեփյան 18.09.2026Armenia’s box office reached AMD 2.13 billion (about $5.86 million) in the first half of 2026, rising 34.9% year on year despite fewer new releases.
Sergei Parajanov’s The Color of Pomegranates grossed over $173K at the South Korean box officeby Սերգեյ Հովսեփյան 06.03.2026More than half a century after its premiere, Sergei Parajanov’s The Color of Pomegranates continues to find new audiences — its theatrical run in South Korea lasted until February 2026.
Armenia Box Office Reaches $1.48M in January–February 2026by Սերգեյ Հովսեփյան 28.02.2026Armenia’s cinema market surpassed $1.48M in box office revenue with over 230K admissions in January–February 2026.