Regal Theatre Story | Location Set Hai | Civic Studios Shorts [o9UNHlPFb8M]
Remember the still in Merry Christmas when Vijay Sethupathi’s intro is paused with a label that says, “When Mumbai was called Bombay”? As this marked the timeline of the setting, it was only fitting that Regal Cinema would play a strong role in a film that captures Bombay in its ‘80s prime. Located in Mumbai’s bustling Colaba area, Regal Cinema is an iconic Art Deco landmark with a rich history. The first film screened at this “ahead-of-its-time” theatre was the Laurel & Hardy film The Devil’s Brother — marking a pivotal moment for Bombay’s movie culture! The cinema has even hosted figures like the Dalai Lama, Nikita Khrushchev, and Yehudi Menuhin. 90 years and multiple OTTs later, Regal Cinema still feels like Mumbai’s main character in a vintage classic film ✨ Which was your favourite theatre growing up? Tell us all about it in the comments!