RBL Bank Popcorn Credit Card – Benefits, Fees & Eligibility

Introduction

The RBL Bank Popcorn Credit Card, issued by RBL Bank, is specifically designed for movie enthusiasts, offering exclusive spend-based benefits focused on entertainment. Positioned as a card that helps users save on movie expenses and daily transactions, it provides a welcome benefit of 4 free movie tickets (up to Rs. 1,000) at Bookmyshow. Cardholders can also earn 2 free movie tickets every month by spending Rs. 5,000 and receive an assured weekly cashback of Rs. 25 on spending Rs. 2,500. Additionally, it includes a 1% fuel surcharge waiver. It is important to note that this card has been discontinued and will be transitioned with effect from December 20, 2025.

Welcome Benefits

• Receive 4 complimentary movie tickets up to Rs. 1,000 on Bookmyshow as a welcome gift.
• The maximum discount is Rs. 1,000, applicable for up to 4 tickets.
• This offer can be redeemed on a minimum of 2 ticket bookings.
• To avail of the welcome offer, make your first purchase within thirty days of card issuance along with the membership fee.

Fees

• Joining Fee: Rs. 1,000 + GST
• Annual Fee: Rs. 1,000 + GST
• Rewards Redemption Fee: Rs. 99 + GST, applicable on redemption of reward points. This fee is levied one time for redemptions made in a single day, effective from August 15, 2022.
• Foreign Currency Markup: Up to 3.5% on all foreign currency spends.
• Interest Rates: Up to 3.99% per month on the due amount.
• Fuel Surcharge: 1% waiver on fuel transactions between Rs. 500 and Rs. 4,000. The maximum benefit is Rs. 100 in a month.
• Cash Advance Charges: 2.5% of the amount withdrawn or Rs. 300, whichever is higher.

Rewards

Movie Benefits

• Get 2 free movie tickets every month on spending Rs. 5,000 in a billing month.
• This monthly benefit must be used in a single transaction and is applicable on booking a minimum of two movie tickets.
• The discount value will be either Rs. 500 (Rs. 250 per ticket) or the value of two movie tickets, whichever is lower.
• The billing month is defined as the duration between two consecutive statements.
• The offer will be activated the next day of the start of the billing cycle after 6 PM and will remain valid until the end of the billing cycle.

Weekly Cashback

• Get an assured cashback of Rs. 25 every week on spending Rs. 2,500 between Monday and Sunday.

Fuel Surcharge Waiver

• Enjoy a 1% waiver on fuel surcharge for all fuel transactions between Rs. 500 and Rs. 4,000.
• The maximum waiver is up to Rs. 100 every month.

Exclusions for Spend-Based Benefits

• Purchases made on the following merchant categories will not be considered for the monthly movie benefit and weekly cashback:
  • Fuel & Auto (MCC: 0032, 2541, 4001, 5542, 5541, 5172)
  • Utilities (MCC: 4900)
  • Insurance (MCC: 6300, 6310)
  • Quasi-Cash (MCC: 6050, 6051, 4829)
  • Railways (MCC: 0066, 4011, 4112)
  • Real Estate/Rental (MCC: 6513)
  • Education (MCC: 8220, 8244, 8249, 8211, 8241, 8299)
  • Wallets/Service Providers (MCC: 6540)
  • Government Services (MCC: 9400, 1490, 2490, 2995, 7800, 9406, 9222, 9405, 9399, 9211, 9402, 9401, 9311, 9223)
  • Contracted Services (MCC: 1711, 1740, 0763, 1520, 0742, 1761, 1799, 1750, 1731, 1771, 0780)
  • Cash (MCC: 6011, 6010)
  • Miscellaneous (MCC: 5960)
  • Bills2Pay (a facility provided by RBL Bank for paying various utility bills via RBL MyBank App/Internet banking channel)
  • EMI transactions

Rewards Redemption Guide

Welcome and Monthly Movie Tickets

• Redeem by booking movie tickets through Bookmyshow.
• Steps:
  • Select movies and seats.
  • Proceed to pay.
  • Select ‘Unlock offers or applies promo codes.’
  • Select ‘avail offers.’
  • Choose either ‘RBL Bank Monthly offer’ or ‘RBL Bank Welcome offer.’

Weekly Cashback

• Redeem by scanning the QR Code at the back of your card plastic (available every Tuesday onwards).
• Steps:
  • Scan the QR code.
  • Enter your mobile number.
  • Enter the last 2 or 4 digits of your RBL Bank Popcorn Credit Card.
  • Enter the OTP received on the registered contact number.
• The cashback will be credited within 2 days after the successful redemption process.
• Redemption for the previous week’s cashback can be done by scanning the QR Code every Tuesday onwards until the next Monday.
• No cashback will be credited if the redemption process is not complete (e.g., OTP not entered).

Card Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility Rules

• Age: Above 21 years.
• Income: Must have a stable income as a salaried or self-employed individual.
• Credit Score: A decent credit score (750 or above) is required.

Documents Required

• Identity Proof: PAN Card, Driving License, Aadhar Card, Voter’s Id, Passport (any one).
• Address Proof: Ration Card, Latest months’ utility bills, Aadhar Card, Passport.
• Income Proof: Latest salary slips or bank statements, or latest audited ITR.

Card Review

The RBL Bank Popcorn Credit Card is an excellent choice for individuals who frequently visit the movies, offering substantial savings on entertainment expenses. Beyond its primary movie-centric benefits, the card also provides an assured weekly cashback and a fuel surcharge waiver, adding value across various spending categories. The card's structure, including welcome and monthly free ticket offers, allows users to significantly reduce or even eliminate their movie spending costs. However, it is important for potential applicants to note that this card has been discontinued and will be transitioned with effect from December 20, 2025.

Important Product Details

• Receive 4 complimentary movie tickets up to Rs. 1,000 on Bookmyshow as a welcome gift.
• Get 2 free movie tickets every month on spending over Rs. 5,000 in a billing month.
• Assured weekly cashback of Rs. 25 on spending Rs. 2,500 in a week.
• Enjoy a 1% waiver on fuel surcharge applicable on fuel transactions.
• The RBL Bank Popcorn Credit Card has been discontinued and will be transitioned with effect from December 20, 2025. Existing cardholders will receive complete details via email.

Other Details

How to Apply

• Offline: You can apply by visiting the nearest RBL Bank branch and filling out the application form along with all the required documents.

• Online: You can apply by clicking on "Apply Now" and proceeding with the online application process.

• There is a revenue sharing arrangement between RBL Bank and BookMyShow for this card.

• All offers and benefits are subject to specific Terms and Conditions.

• Information regarding the customer grievance redressal matrix and nodal officer is available for any complaints or issues.