Cinépolis India bags two Prestigious Awards at MAPIC India 2023
Hyderabad, September 21, 2023: Cinépolis, a world-renowned International Movie Exhibitor and the first international cinema chain in India is thrilled to announce its remarkable achievement at the MAPIC India 2023, formerly known as India Retail Forum. The company has been honoured with the coveted "Most Admired Retailer of the Year: Best Turnaround Story" & “Retailer of the Year- Leisure and Entertainment category” award.
Cinépolis India's recognition in the "Best Turnaround Story" & “Retailer of the Year- Leisure and Entertainment” category is a testament to the company's dedication, resilience, and transformative journey in the face of unprecedented challenges. The award celebrates Cinépolis India's remarkable resurgence, highlighting its ability to adapt and thrive in an ever-evolving industry landscape. Despite the daunting challenges posed by the global pandemic, Cinépolis India demonstrated remarkable leadership and innovation to emerge as a pioneer in the leisure, entertainment and retail sector.
Mr. Devang Sampat, CEO, Cinepolis India, expressed his gratitude and excitement, saying, "We are truly honoured to receive this prestigious award. The journey of Cinépolis India over the past few years has been nothing short of remarkable. We faced unparalleled challenges, but through unwavering commitment, creativity, and the dedication of our talented team, we have emerged stronger than ever before. This award is a testament to our commitment to providing world-class cinema experiences to our patrons and our relentless pursuit of excellence."
The "Most Admired Retailer of the Year: Best Turnaround Story" award serves as a recognition of Cinépolis India's commitment to its patrons, partners, and stakeholders. The company's innovative initiatives, including the introduction of advanced technology, enhanced safety protocols, and an immersive cinema experience, have not only reinvigorated the brand but have also set new standards for the entire cinema industry. It reaffirms the company's position as a leader in the entertainment and retail sector, dedicated to delivering unparalleled experiences to audiences across India.
“The Retailer of the Year- Leisure & Entertainment” category celebrates and honours the most outstanding leisure and entertainment concepts for their unparalleled originality and exceptional performances throughout the past year. This prestigious accolade takes into account crucial factors such as the remarkable growth in global sales and the establishment of new units within the industry. This coveted award serves as a resounding testament to Cinépolis India's unwavering dedication to its cherished patrons, esteemed partners, and valued stakeholders. It reaffirms the company's steadfast position as an industry leader in the dynamic world of Leisure, Entertainment, and Retail, where they continually strive to deliver unparalleled and memorable experiences to audiences.
About Cinépolis India
Cinépolis India is a group company of Cinépolis and is the 1st international cinema exhibitor in India. With the vision of lighting up the movie of one’s life with smiles and unforgettable moments, Cinépolis has always aimed at offering an unmatched experience to movie patrons. This has, in turn, led to numerous innovations and the company is credited with pioneering many firsts in the exhibition industry. Cinépolis introduced the concept of luxury cinemas to the world with Cinépolis VIP. As of the end of 2022, there are 93 Cinépolis VIP cinemas running successfully globally, and more are in the pipeline. Cinépolis has also pioneered the development of a special auditorium for little kids. The Cinépolis Junior auditorium offers colourful bean bags, cushy sofas as well as lounger seating styles. The company currently operates 436 screens in India under the brand names of Cinépolis, Cinépolis VIP, and Fun Cinemas. Cinépolis also offers a multi-benefit loyalty program ‘Club Cinépolis’, to enhance patron experience. Club Cinépolis offers free registration, earning and burning of points, invite to pre-screening of movies and star visits.
Cinépolis India has received numerous industry accolades over the years. In 2018, Cinépolis was awarded the ‘Best Multiplex – West’, ‘Best Multiplex – South’ and ‘Fastest Growing Chain’ at the Global awards for Retail Excellence. In 2018, Cinépolis India was also awarded the “Most Trusted Brand of the Year” at Big Cine Expo 2018 and Images Most Admired Retailer – Entertainment at Indian Retail Forum 2018. In 2019, Cinépolis won MAPIC India Most Admired Omni-Channel Retailer of the Year. In 2021, Cinépolis won IMAGES Most Admired Retailer for Tech Implementation. In 2022, Cinépolis won the best Technology Adopter of the year at Big Cine Awards, the IMAGES Most Admired Concession Counter at Movie Theater and the most Admired Omni-Channel Retailer of the Year: In-Store Technology at the India Retail Tech Awards. In year 2023, Cinepolis has won two prestigious awards - IMAX Big Cine Award 2023 for ‘India’s Top Multiplex Chain of the Year’ and the Image Retail Award 2023 for the “Retail launch” category.
