Srinagar gets its first multiplex; marks return of movies to Valley after over three decades

Srinagar's first multiplex is set to screen its inaugural movie show. This will mark the return of movies to a theatre in the Valley after over 30 years. (Express Photo by Shuaib Masoodi)

The project, with theatre chain Inox and a Srinagar-based family business joining hands, was over four years in the making and is set to be inaugurated on Tuesday. (Express Photo by Shuaib Masoodi)

Aamir Khan’s Laal Singh Chaddha, which was partly shot in Kashmir, will be the first movie to be screened in the theatre. (Express Photo by Shuaib Masoodi)

After the inaugural show, two of the three screens will start full-fledged shows from September 30 followed later by the third screen. (Express Photo by Shuaib Masoodi)

Vikram Vedha, starring Saif Ali Khan and Hrithik Roshan will be the multiplex’s first premier on September 30. (Express Photo by Shuaib Masoodi)

In photo, workers are seen giving final touches to the Inox complex in Srinagar. (Express Photo by Shuaib Masoodi)

For now, tickets will be available at the counter. According to the project head, Inox will make online ticketing services available soon. (Express Photo by Shuaib Masoodi)