What to do and see in Chennai (Madras), Tamil Nadu: The Best Movie Theaters

The Maker of Memories, Sathyam is Southern India's Iconic Home of Cinema, welcoming everyone to enjoy the ultimate cinematic experience. Sathyam has been a household name in Chennai since 1974 and is the city's favourite destination for people from all walks of life, across a wide age group and user profile. Sathyam strives to be at the forefront of media technology and endeavours to bring new entertainment technology to customers first. Technology: The cinemas are equipped with state-of-the-art entertainment technology; including 4K digital projectors with 3D technology, 2.4 gain Silver Screens and digital audio delivering stunning cinematic experience. It is the first in the country to have a screen equipped with Dolby Atmos and also the first in Asia to have a screen equipped with Auro 3D. Facilities: Spread over six levels, Sathyam offers you a variety of entertainment. Apart from the state of the art technology, the facilities available at Sathyam are: Blur: India's largest gaming experience, spanning three floors at Sathyam is a must for gamers of all levels. This all action, advanced gaming centre has something for everyone. From Xboxes to PS4s to Nintendos to PC gaming to good old fashioned arcade games, we have it all! Purchase your favourite games and preferred equipment at the Blur Store on level 4. Blur Cafe: Do not miss Blur Cafe on level 5 that serves up your favourite dishes from multiple cuisines. Ecstasy by Mikael Besse: French chef Mickael Besse takes you on a culinary fantasy that can only be defined as unique and exquisite at this international patisserie located on the driveway of Sathyam. ID: If tasty, traditional South Indian food makes your day, then stop by ID. Modern and contemporary yet with the traditional food lover in mind, ID is a quick, purely vegetarian restaurant offering the very best South Indian delicacies in Sathyam and across Chennai. E18hteen Below: SPI's E18HTEEN BELOW provides ice cream lovers a completely new experience with a range of out-of-the-world homemade flavours, lip smacking toppings, and a Cold Stone. The products, right from the ice creams to the toppings are pure vegetarian. And here's the best part: you can create your own mix of flavours and toppings! Magic Hat: Designed for patrons that love their movies and their kids. Magic Hat is a space where you can leave your kids knowing fully well that they will be taken care of and enjoy a undisturbed, uninterrupted, unparalleled movie experience at the home of Indian Cinema - Sathyam Cinemas.

Luxe by SPI Cinemas is a cinema destination that breaks all conventions to deliver a bold, contemporary and chic cinema experience. Stylish, individualistic, creative and unapologetically fashionable, Luxe is where you want to be! Amongst a host of features are: - Cafe de Luxe: Located on the mezzanine of the grand lobby, this beautiful lounge features both dining and casual seating for you to catch up with your friends over mocktails or have a delicious meal. The menu has a variation of Indian, Italian and Chinese. - Bliss by Oryza - Reflexology & Dry Massage Spa: The spa at Luxe, Bliss, will be operated by the experts at Oryza and provide customers a relaxing private space where they can enjoy reflexology or other wonderful treatments tailor made to adhere to the cinema-goers typical time frame. - E18hteen Below: SPI's E18HTEEN BELOW provides ice cream lovers a completely new experience with a range of out-of-the-world homemade flavours, lip smacking toppings, and a Cold Stone. The products, right from the ice creams to the toppings are pure vegetarian. And here's the best part: you can create your own mix of flavours and toppings! Technology: As with all our cinemas, Luxe also provides Real Digital Experience in 4K (RDX-4K). Watching movies in digital format means enhanced clarity, color, contrast and brightness by incorporating all DCI - screen management system standards. The movie looks and sounds exactly the way the filmmaker intended it every time it is projected.

Set in Vadapalani, at the heart of Chennai's film fraternity, Palazzo is our take on the term "Movie Palace". Fresco-adorned walls, Italian marbles, a royal sceptre - just a few of the things that will greet you as you enter Palazzo. Not to mention, the classical paintings, classy curtains, golden chandeliers and the royal fountain. Starting to feel royal yet? Well, that’s just the beginning. FACILITIES: Palazzo has 9 state-of-the-art screens, with a total of 3,010 seats. Florentine decor and grand lighting completes the setting. A perfect balance of elements from a time literally set in stone, brings SPI Cinemas' latest experience to life with a gaming zone and a spa. - CONCESSIONS Enjoy a wide selection of food and beverage at the snack counters at S2. Take your pick from a variety of popcorn, puffs, desserts, beverages and a whole lot more, freshly prepared to satisfy your movie time hunger pangs. - LA PIAZZA Tucked away in the rear lobby of Palazzo Cinemas, accessible via the escalators from the 2nd floor, sits La Piazza, the latest addition to SPI Cinemas long and prestigious list of culinary offerings. Serving mouth watering Chinese, Continental and Indian food, La Piazza promises to have something for everyone. - TECHNOLOGY This opulent experience comes with 9 state of the art screens, equipped with 4k digital projectors and 3d technology. The 4 way surround speakers, combined with the Dolby Atmos surround sound is guaranteed to deliver a spectacular cinematic experience. - WI-FI The space is Wi-Fi enabled so you can always stay connected with your friends and family. Check emails on your mobile or laptop, browse the web and do a whole lot more! Guests at thecinema may use this complimentary service by requesting staff for the Wi-Fi credentials.

Located in Perambur's very own Spectrum Mall on Paper Mills Road, S2 Perambur offers patrons from Perambur, Ayanavaram, Kilpauk, Anna Nagar, Purasawalkam, Vepery, Periamet and other adjacent areas the convenience of experiencing a world class cinematic experience without having to wade through traffic all the way to Royapettah. The projection offered at S2 Cinemas at Perambur and Theyagaraja is no different from the projection offered at SPI Cinemas' historic cinema - Sathyam Cinemas. Stop by at S2 to experience a world class cinematic experience.

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