PANAJI: A
multiplex chain opened three of its venues — Margao, Osia and Porvorim – after being shut for over six months. However, instead of allowing visitors to view
movies all at once, the number of people permitted will be based on group bookings wherein families or friends can book an entire screening hall for private viewing.
This exclusively curated experience can be availed by the guests at the date and time of their choice, at any of the operational multiplex across the country. Guests making the booking can choose the content of their choice, either from the current play list, or an old blockbuster. A minimum of two people and a maximum of up to 50% of the auditorium capacity will be permitted owing to the MHA guidelines. The price is starting at Rs 2,999 per group.
“Cinemas have been providing a mental escape to millions since decades, and would continue to do so in the post-pandemic world,”
Inox Leisure Limited chief marketing officer Saurabh Varma said.
Highly personalised with choice of content, besides the date and time, the screenings will be carried out with safety protocols, he said.
Safety standards like mandatory mask, temperature check, e-tickets, contactless payment and entry and enhanced air-filtration have been implemented as well.
The city multiplex, run by Inox Leisure Ltd, which has been undergoing renovation will reopen later.
All Goa Theatre Owners’ Association (AGTOA) president Pravin Zantye said that the other
theatres in Goa will not open as of now owing to various reasons.
“I am not aware of any movies being released. We are waiting for other theatres all over the country to reopen, only then will we consider it ourselves. Even big states like Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Telangana are yet to restart.” Zantye, who is also the Mayem MLA, said.