The company has released itsfinancial resultsfor the first quarter of 2026. While the technology block continues to advance infrastructure, the “Plus and Entertainment” segment has solidified its status as the primary driver of loyalty and ecosystem engagement.
Russian online cinemas have started inserting special title cards notifying viewers of reductions in a film’s runtime. Before a movie begins, viewers may now encounter a message stating that certain scenes have been removed “in accordance with the legislation of the Russian Federation.”
The Russian market for ecosystem subscriptions has hit a structural ceiling. According to a report by Spektr, audience growth rates for market leaders fell significantly by the end of 2025.
The 48th Moscow International Film Festival (MIFF) has officially concluded. The closing ceremony, held this past weekend, served as the grand finale to the extensive showcase, honoring the standout works from the main competition and special sections.
Gazprom-Media Holding and the Ministry of Culture of Serbia have signed a strategic roadmap to advance joint television and film production.
Russian audiences will not see the story of a North Korean defector on the big screen. The Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation has officially denied a distribution license for the film Leaving North Korea (originally titled Noryang).
The business program of the MUSE 2026 Telecom Operators Forum opened with a session dedicated to state regulation.
The Russian online cinema market has reached a new milestone. According to data from ICMR, as of the first quarter of 2026, 56% of urban residents are now using streaming subscriptions. The number of paying users has also hit an all-time high, reaching 45%.
The first quarter of 2026 has been exceptionally busy for Russian streaming services. Analysis of March and quarterly viewership data shows that online cinema audiences are at peak activity: viewers are responding instantly to digital premieres, while “word-of-mouth” is driving older hits back into the charts.
The Russian media landscape has witnessed the final formation of a major new content powerhouse. MTS’s “On Media” division has consolidated its streaming service, digital bookstore, and music platform into a single unified cluster under the Kion brand.
