21 December 2024 03:34 am Views - 79
Ceylon Theatres is ushering in the holiday season with an exciting line-up of activities, promotions and giveaways at its iconic cinemas in the Western Province. Accordingly, the whole family can look forward to an array of festive experiences designed to spread joy and celebrate the spirit of the season at the movies, this December.
The highlight of the season is the Ceylon Theatres “Christmas Wasi” promotion, where moviegoers stand the chance to win over 1 million rupees worth of prizes. To be eligible, patrons need to simply purchase a minimum of two tickets for any movie between the 1st and 31st of December 2024. Each set of ticket purchases entitles the buyer to a coupon, which can be filled and dropped into a raffle box for a chance to win. With a maximum limit of ten coupons per person, the odds of winning are definitely higher for regular cinema-goers.
Several amazing prizes are on offer for the lucky winners. These include three two-night stays at the idyllic Bandarawela Hotel, seven Cargills Christmas Hampers worth 20,000 rupees each, Cargills Gift Vouchers totalling over 200,000 rupees and 140 free movie tickets. In addition to this, 20 lucky winners will receive KFC vouchers worth 5,000 rupees each. In total, over 100 winners will emerge this season through a series of raffle draws, which will be transparently held during the 1st week of January 2025 at the Ceylon Theatres Head Office. Winners will subsequently be notified using the contact information provided when entering the draw.
Adding to the festive cheer, families visiting the Majestic Cineplex or Regal Cinemas in Dematagoda, Katubedda, and Gampaha will enjoy a variety of themed activities on the 20th, 21st, 27th, and 28th of December. Between 3.30pm & 4.30pm and 6.30pm & 7.30pm, kids will be treated to an enchanting appearance by Santa Claus, along with a free magic ice cream and other gifts and goodies from Santa himself. Several other activities will also be conducted on these dates, including face painting, live DJ music, and delicious food sampling sessions, bringing the true spirit and joy of the season to life.
Kids under the age of 12 are also invited to unleash their creativity by participating in the Ceylon Theatres “Christmas with Lion King” Art Competition. Submissions for the art competition should feature thematic elements from “The Lion King” and can be handed over at any Regal Cinema or the Majestic Cineplex on or before the 31st of December. This activity promises to inspire budding artists while immersing them in the festive spirit of the season.
Inviting all Sri Lankans to visit and enjoy the thrills of the movies and revel in the seasonal festivities, Ganga Rathuvithana General Manager Operations at Ceylon Theatres said, “Christmas is a time of togetherness and celebration, and we’re very pleased to offer our patrons a truly memorable experience this holiday season. With exciting prizes, fun activities, and magical moments, we aim to make every visit to our cinemas unforgettable. Thus, we invite everyone to come and join the fun!”
Established in 1928, Ceylon Theatres Limited has been a pioneer in Sri Lanka’s entertainment industry, consistently bringing advancements in cinema technology and movie experiences, including Sri Lanka’s first film processing facility in 1956 through Ceylon Studios Ltd. Today, Ceylon Theatres operates 18 screens across seven locations, showing films in Sinhala, Tamil, English, and Hindi. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, the company continues to bring joy to local audiences and contributing to the growth of Sri Lanka’s film industry.