Fans of sci-fi and Ryan Gosling have officially won their battle for more screen time. After a limited launch in India on March 26, 2026, Project Hail Mary is significantly expanding its footprint. The film initially struggled to find space in premium formats due to the overwhelming presence of the blockbuster Dhurandhar 2, but public demand has changed the tide.

According to reports from The Indian Express and Hindustan Times, the number of IMAX showings for the film has surged from a mere 5 to 9 screenings to over 60 across the country. This shift follows an intense social media campaign where moviegoers called for more opportunities to see the space epic on the largest screens possible. The film originally premiered globally on March 20, 2026.

Bookings for these newly added IMAX slots are officially open for March 27, 2026, and beyond. This expansion ensures that audiences in major Indian hubs can experience the Phil Lord and Christopher Miller directed adaptation in its intended high-resolution format. The move highlights the growing influence of fan communities in dictating theatrical programming for major international releases.