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PVR INOX opens Rajasthan’s first IMAX screen in Jaipur

The new five-screen cinema at Pacific Mall in Mansarovar launched on November 5, 2026, with the film Ramayana.

PVR INOX Ltd launched its eighth cinema in Jaipur at Pacific Mall, Mansarovar, on November 5, 2026, featuring the state's first IMAX auditorium, according to BusinessLine.

The new facility has a total seating capacity of 949 across five screens. The IMAX auditorium includes 4K laser projection, Dolby Surround Sound, and next-generation 3D technology, while the four mainstream screens feature 4K laser projection and Dolby audio.

The opening brings the company's total screen count in Jaipur to 78 and expands its national IMAX network to 27 screens. The venue also provides Celebrity Recliners, a Cinema Food Court, and self-ordering food kiosks.

Managing Director Ajay Bijli stated that the IMAX launch shows the company's aim to provide international cinema formats in major Indian urban centres. He added that consumer interest in movies is strong regardless of budget, noting that occupancy levels reached 30.4 per cent with 46.3 million patrons during Q2.

Executive Director Sanjeev Kumar noted a focus on merging hospitality with technology at the new site. PVR INOX currently operates 1,802 screens across 359 properties in 114 cities in India and Sri Lanka.

The company reported a net profit of ₹263.1 crore and a 17 per cent rise in revenue during Q2.

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