Regal Theatre, Movie theater in Connaught Place, New Delhi, India.
The Regal Theatre is a cinema in Connaught Place built in 1932 with Neo-Classical architecture and cut-out letters adorning the facade. The building originally contained seven private boxes between pillars, stalls on the ground floor, and a small balcony, plus a first-floor restaurant with wide windows.
Designed by Walter Sykes George in 1932, it was the first theater built during the development of Connaught Place. This construction marked a key moment in the area's transformation into a modern entertainment and commercial center.
The theater served as a cultural venue that screened films and hosted performances by British theater companies during its early operations. Its layout with private boxes reflected social hierarchies of the era, offering distinct seating areas for different visitor groups.
The venue operated for many decades as a single-screen cinema and is situated in a central location within Connaught Place for easy access. The building's presence is clear from the street thanks to its distinctive Neo-Classical design and prominent facade.
The theater hosted the Indian premiere of Gone with the Wind in 1940, an event that brought international prominence to the cinema. This premiere demonstrates how closely the venue was connected to global film trends and its role as a major cultural institution.
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