The movie-watching experience for cinephiles in Chandigarh is honestly limited when it comes to being offered a wide range of theatre options. The following blog aims to enlighten citizens and local residents regarding the existing best movie theatres in Chandigarh.
While some of the existing cineplexes in Chandigarh are generationally old, others are either two decades old or are recently set up. From experiencing vintage screening to modernly facilitated IMAX 3D movie experiences, you can enjoy the best of both worlds.
Top 5 Movie Theatres in Chandigarh
We have pointed out 5 of the best movie halls in Chandigarh from the city’s already existing cineplexes. Scroll down below for the deets;
1. PVR City Center IT Park
As one of the popular movie theatres in Chandigarh, this cinema outlet is located on the 3rd floor of DLF City Centre Mall. Enjoying a prime location beside Chandigarh’s biggest IT hub, PVR City Center records massive daily customer footfall, mostly comprising the IT hub’s young workforce. Even Panchkula and Mohali residents travel to this theatre by road.
The PVR theatre complex at City Centre IT Park houses 3 screens, each showing a freshly released movie. The audience can watch their choice of movies in 2D or 3D. Each hall has a total of around 250-300 seats; which is divided into 3 segments; ‘Classic’, ‘Prime’, and ‘Recliner’. Only 12 reclining seats are there in the top-most recliner segment.
PVR City Center IT Park has its food corner called ‘PVR Café’, selling lip-smacking movie munchies and beverages like popcorn, nachos, momos, cola, energy drinks, and tea or coffee (black/ milk). The cost of food for two persons would come to INR 400 – 500/-. Moviegoers can use the official ‘PVR movie-booking app’ to purchase their show’s e-tickets.
Additional Details:
Address: DLF City Centre Mall, 22-23, IT Park, Near Infosys Technologies Limited, Manimajra, South, Chandigarh
- Price: Approx. 200 – 500/- (per head)
- Website: https://www.pvrcinemas.com/
I went to PVR Cinema at DLF Building IT Park in Chandigarh and it was really nice.The place looks good and there’s plenty of parking. but you have to pay for it….
4.3⭐⭐⭐⭐
Tilak Kalsotra
2. Piccadily Cinema (Piccadily Square Mall)
Located on the second floor of Piccadily Square Mall in-situ Sector-34, Piccadilly Cinema is considered one of the best movie theatres in Chandigarh in terms of audience popularity. This mall is located in a bustling city hub easily commutable by most road-run public transports like cabs and buses.
Friends, colleagues, and families huddle here to watch the latest matinee releases. This movie chain in Chandigarh is known for showcasing Punjabi, Hindi (Bollywood), and English (Hollywood) movies. There are three screens here— ‘Business’, ‘Silver’, and ‘Gold’. Piccadilly Cinema can accommodate a total audience strength of 1134 people.
This movie theatre’s premises comprises a food corner mostly selling popcorn, Malaysian butter corn, and a variety of hot and cold beverages. Those looking for other options can head straight to KFC on the ground floor. Audiences can book e-tickets online via ‘Book My Show’ and ‘Paytm’.
Additional Details:
Address: Piccadily Rd., Sector – 34 (A), near Cbitss, Chandigarh – 160022
- Price: Approx. 200 – 400/- (per head)
The mall is small and less crowded. It has a few brands for shopping and outlets to eat. I went for watching movie. The PVR rooms were nice (as the movie tickets price was less)….
4.2⭐⭐⭐⭐
Anantia Keshri
3. Cinépolis Jagat
Formerly called Jagat Cinemas, Cinepolis Jagat is located on the topmost (3rd) Floor of the TDI Jagat Mall. Its inclusion within the main premises of TDI Jagat Mall makes it easily accessible for most city dwellers. They can easily commute via any road transport to Sector-17; the ‘Heart of Chandigarh city’.
The Cinepolis at TDI Jagat Mall comprises 3 movie screens for showing the latest releases in the 2D movie format. The hall is divided into 2 segments; namely ‘NormFal’ and ’Executive’, supporting comfortable seating arrangements. For serving affordably excellent audio-visual experience, Cinepolis Jagat is rightly considered one of the best movie theatres in Chandigarh. The specially-abled and aged viewers can avail their wheelchair services.
The food corner of this movie plex serves good hot snacks and munchies like popcorn, nachos, vegetable cutlets, and some hot and cold beverages (like customizable tea, coffee, and cola). These food items here are quite affordable compared to other movie halls. Viewers can book movie tickets online via ‘Book My Show’, ‘Paytm’, or purchase over the counter.
Additional Details:
Address: Plot No. 32, TDI MALL, Madhya Marg, Sector – 17 (D), near Taj Chandigarh, Chandigarh – 160017
- Price: Approx. INR 100 – 200/- (per head)
Cineopolis jagat in sec 17 near Hyatt centric. A perfect place to enjoy watch movies 🎥 🍿 reasonable price you can visit with family and friends….
4.2⭐⭐⭐⭐
Nitish Khamb
4. Neelam Cinema
This is one of the oldest movie theatres in Chandigarh for watching movies. Being built in Sector-17 during the 1950s, it succeeded in maintaining the same hereditary reputation across generations. Commuters find it very convenient to travel to this commercial hub in the city’s heart via any mode of public/ private road transport.
This movie hall’s external structure was called a ” rigorous modernist box”. Huge curves bulge from the ceiling right over the entrance point. The ceiling of the interior hall is contoured by similar acoustic roof bulges. As a 960-seater movie hall, it is divided into two segments; namely the ‘base’ and the ‘balcony’. While a tile panel makes up the base segment’s ceiling, the balcony segment’s ceiling is depicted by a perforated canopy.
If you are looking for a perfect vintage movie-watching experience of the ‘ bygone cinema era’, then Neelam Cinema is the place to be. Besides providing quality movie time, their food corner serves lip-smacking snacks at extremely affordable rates. Even while booking online show tickets via ‘Book My Show’/ ‘Paytm’; the ticket rates of this theatre are way cheaper than any other venue.
Additional Details:
Address: PQQJ+V86, Himalaya Marg, Sector 17 (D), near Sukhna lake, Chandigarh – 160017
- Price: Approx. INR 80 – 500/- (per head)
Neelam theatre is an old Corbusier style theatre. It has its charm for people who have a soft spot for single screen theatres with unique architecture….
3.5⭐⭐⭐
Puneet Raj Singh
5. Fun Cinema
Fun Cinema is one of the most popular movie theatres in Chandigarh located in the ‘Fun Republic’ zone of the Dhillon Complex. Located in the bustling hub of Panchkula, this landmark is easily traversable by any public/ private road transport.
This movie complex comprises 2 movie halls, each with 232 seating capacity. Each hall is divided into the ‘Normal’ and ‘Executive’ segments. The last row of seats in the Executive Segment is reclinable. Cinephiles drop by to see the latest regional, Bollywood, and Hollywood releases, mainly in the 2D and 3D cinematic formats. The Fun Cinema audience enjoys a high-quality audio-visual retreat as this movie hall has Dolby-Atmos audio technology.
The food corner at Fun Cinema enables you to buy and munch on various tasty movie snacks like flavored popcorn, nachos, veg/ chicken puffs, beverages (cola/ tea/ coffee), and more. The prices of both tickets and movie snacks are pretty affordable here. Audiences can book e-tickets via ‘Book My Show’, ‘Paytm’, and the ‘Cinepolis India’ app. Those traveling by private vehicles can park them in Republic Mall’s parking lot. Aged and specially challenged viewers can use their wheelchair services.
Additional Details:
Address: Dhilllon Complex, Manimajra, Chandigarh – Panchkula Rd, near Bus Stand, Panchkula, 160101
- Price: Approx. INR 120 – 250/- (per head)
I’ve been a regular visitor to Fun Republic cinema due to its convenient location near my home. It’s a solid choice for catching the latest movies, and I would rate it a strong 4 stars…
4.0⭐⭐⭐⭐
Abdul Malik
Let’s wrap!
All Chandigarh-based cinephiles can learn about the best existing movie theatres in Chandigarh in this blog. It specifically shortlists the Top 5 from the entire lot considering various crucial factors like accessibility, affordability, comfort, and provided amenities.
Visitors looking for a luxury movie retreat can head to PVR City Center, Fun Cinema, and Piccadilly Cinema. Despite bearing a high ticket cost, you’re guaranteed to receive a premium movie experience from here, especially for those heading to watch Hollywood movies in 3D.
For viewers who still love to revisit the old cinema-watching experience, Neelam Cinema is your desirable destination. Sitting on comfortable seats on their vintage balcony helps you redeem sheer nostalgia as an old-school cinephile.
