Kumari Cinema, Kathmandu

Kumari Cinema, Kathmandu

Kumari Cinema, located between Kamal Pokhari and Dilli Bazaar Road in Kathmandu, is a prominent entertainment spot in the city. It stands as one of the largest cinema halls in Kathmandu and is a favored venue among the locals. This cinema offers affordable ticket prices, making it accessible to a wide audience. Kumari Cinema primarily screens a variety of foreign films, but Bollywood-style movies remain the local preference.

The cinema is named after the goddess Kumari, an avatar of Goddess Durga in Hinduism, and features an idol of Goddess Kumari. It showcases its rich cultural connection with striking posters of popular movies like Ice Age 2 and X-men adorning its walls, which adds a vibrant cinematic feel to the place.

Originally a traditional cinema house, Kumari Cinema underwent a significant transformation in 2005 when it was renovated into a multiplex. The management of the cinema is currently handled by Quest Vision Entertainment Ltd., a leading name in the entertainment and production industry in Nepal.

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Sight Name: Kumari Cinema
Sight Location: Kathmandu, Nepal (See walking tours in Kathmandu)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

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