Online Popcorn and Movie Ticket Combo May Attract 12-18% GST

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has proposed a 12-18% GST rate on online popcorn and movie ticket combos. This decision comes after multiple discussions regarding the taxation of bundled services. Under the proposed GST framework, when online platforms offer such combos, they will be subject to GST, with the tax rate varying between 12% and 18%, depending on the nature of the services provided. The move aims to ensure that all bundled services, whether offline or online, are uniformly taxed. This new GST rate will affect moviegoers purchasing combo packages, and the taxation aims to curb tax evasion in the entertainment sector. The change will be implemented soon, and further clarifications will be issued by the GST Council.