IMAX Theatres in India 2026: Official List of IMAX Screens Across Indian States
IMAX has steadily expanded across India, offering audiences a premium cinematic experience with advanced projection and sound technology. IMAX Corporation journey began in 2001 with the first IMAX theatre at Priya Cinema in Delhi. Since then, IMAX has grown to 35 theatres across 16 cities.
IMAX Theatre Statistics in India (2026)
- Total IMAX Theatres: 35
- Cities Covered: 16
- City with the Most IMAX Theatres: Mumbai (7 theatres)
- State with the Most IMAX Theatres: Maharashtra (11 theatres)
- First IMAX Theatre: Priya Cinema, Delhi (Opened in 2001)
- Newest IMAX Theatre: Oberoi Mall, Mumbai (Opened on 15 August 2025)
The newest IMAX theatre opened at Oberoi Mall in Mumbai on 15 August 2025, marking the 35th IMAX screen in the country. This location features the latest IMAX Laser technology, enhancing visual clarity and audio immersion.
Preetham Daniel, Vice President – IMAX Corporation (India, Southeast Asia, Korea, Australia, and New Zealand), has officially posted the updated list of IMAX theatres in India.
List of All IMAX Screens in India
| City | IMAX Theatres |
|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | PVR Palladium Mall |
| Bengaluru | Cinepolis Nexus Shantiniketan INOX Mantri Mall INOX RMZ Galleria Mall PVR Inox Nexus Mall PVR Inox Vega City PVR Inox VR Mall |
| Chennai | INOX Phoenix Market City PVR Inox Palazzo |
| Coimbatore | Broadway |
| Delhi | INOX Paras INOX Vishal Mall PVR Inox Vegas Mall PVR Priya PVR Select City Walk |
| Gurugram | PVR Inox Ambience |
| Kochi | Cinepolis Centre Square Mall |
| Kolkata | INOX South City Mall |
| Lucknow | INOX Megaplex Phoenix Pallassio Mall |
| Mumbai | EROS IMAX (Standalone heritage cinema) Maison INOX Jio World Plaza BKC INOX Megaplex Inorbit Mall INOX R-City Mall INOX Sky City Mall Miraj Cinemas Wadala PVR Inox ICON, Phoenix Palladium |
| Navi Mumbai | Cinepolis Nexus Seawoods |
| Noida | PVR Inox Superplex Logix PVR Superplex Mall of India |
| Pune | Cinepolis Nexus Westend PVR Inox Phoenix Market City |
| Surat | Rajhans Precia |
| Thane | Cinepolis Viviana Mall |
| Thiruvananthapuram | PVR Inox Lulu |
IMAX Theatre Count by States in India
| State | Total IMAX Theatres |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra | 11 |
| Karnataka | 6 |
| Delhi | 5 |
| Tamil Nadu | 3 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 3 |
| Gujarat | 2 |
| Kerala | 2 |
| Haryana | 1 |
| West Bengal | 1 |
Are there any IMAX screens in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana State?
As of 1st March 2026, there are no IMAX theatres in Andhra Pradesh or Telangana State. Mahesh Babu's 29th film, "Varanasi," directed by S. S. Rajamouli, is an international film shot for IMAX and is scheduled to release on 7th April 2027. People in the Telugu states are hoping to have IMAX screens by then, with at least one in Hyderabad. Currently, there are ongoing plans to set up IMAX theatres in Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam. At the moment, there is no official update from IMAX Corporation.
What is the largest IMAX screen currently operating in India (2026)?
The biggest IMAX screen in India is at Gujarat Science City in Ahmedabad. It has a large 70mm IMAX screen that is about 95 feet wide and 66 feet tall. This is the only classic IMAX screen still working in India, but it mostly shows educational films instead of regular commercial movies.
What is the largest cinema screen currently operating in India?
As of 2026, the largest cinema screen in India is located at V Epiq Theatre in Sullurpeta, Andhra Pradesh. This screen measures about 100 feet wide and 54 feet tall, making it the biggest in the country. Although it is not an IMAX-certified screen, it is widely recognized as India’s largest cinema screen overall and is used for commercial movie releases.
Prasads Multiplex IMAX in Hyderabad is considered the largest screen for mainstream films. Originally built as a true 70mm IMAX screen, it was later converted to digital IMAX but still retains its massive size of around 101.6 feet wide and 64 feet tall, offering one of the most immersive movie experiences in India.
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Understand IMAX Screen Ratios
IMAX screens typically use two main aspect ratios: the classic tall format of 1.43:1 (used in select premium venues with 70mm film or GT Laser projection) and the more common digital IMAX ratio of 1.90:1, which is slightly wider than standard theatrical widescreen. Films shot with IMAX cameras (e.g., Oppenheimer, Dune: Part Two) are best experienced in 1.43:1 venues, but most theaters will show them cropped to 1.90:1.
1. Classic IMAX (15/70mm Film & GT Laser)
- Aspect Ratio: 1.43:1 — You see up to 40% more image vertically compared to standard widescreen. Directors like Christopher Nolan and Denis Villeneuve often shoot sequences specifically for this format.
- Screen Shape: Very tall, nearly square compared to standard cinema screens.
- Experience: Offers maximum immersion, filling both vertical and horizontal fields of view.
- Availability: Limited to select IMAX venues worldwide, often science centers or flagship theaters.
- Projection: Uses 70mm film or dual 4K laser projectors.
2. Digital IMAX (IMAX Digital & IMAX with Laser CoLa/XT)
- Aspect Ratio: 1.90:1 — Still larger than normal cinema, but doesn’t show the full IMAX frame. Many blockbusters are optimized for this ratio in multiplexes.
- Screen Shape: Wider than 1.85:1 standard cinema, but not as tall as 1.43:1.
- Experience: Still larger than conventional screens, but less vertically immersive.
- Availability: Most commercial multiplex IMAX theaters use this format.
Classic IMAX vs Digital IMAX Comparison Table
| Format Type | Aspect Ratio | Screen Shape | Availability | Immersion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic IMAX (15/70mm Film & GT Laser) | 1.43:1 | Very tall, nearly square | Limited venues | Maximum immersion |
| Digital IMAX (CoLa/XT) | 1.90:1 | Wider, less tall | Most multiplexes | High immersion |
