Fame Shankarnag

The erstwhile Shankarnag Symphony is now completely renovated and named as 'Fame Shankarnag'. Since it opened after renovation, I wanted to visit this theater. Symphony and Rex had been one of my most favorite theaters in Bangalore (I say 'had been' because I am now in that category of movie goers who are pampered by the multiplex cinemas and the comfort that comes along with it).

Still remember my college days when we used to stand in the Q two hours before the show to buy tickets for front stall (Rs. 15). That was way back in late 90s. I never used to like front stall and always preferred back stall. I used to say its just 15 bucks more. But my friends' argument was we could see two for cost of one!! Now, I can't argue more on that. Can I?

I still remember watching the movie 'Six Days Seven Nights' after they renovated Symphony last time. We were in the second row (of course from the screen). With our heads up, we were happy to see the new concave screen. The movie started and oops! the screen is really wide! Well, it was more like watching a tennis match!

Last year when I heard that they are closing Symphony for renovation, I thought they will convert it into a 2-screen multiplex which would kill the charm of Symphony. On the other hand, I liked the idea of Fame to keep it a single screen hall and change the comfort and experience of the movie goer. So, they have four classes of seats - Premier and Silver in place of front and back stall and Jubilee and Gold Class in the balcony.

On Friday I read the review of movie 99 in my friend's blog. Also, found that it is running in Fame Shankarnag. So, I logged on and booked for the movie 99 this Saturday. I booked the Jubilee class (Rs. 170) and I guess I would never book Premier class (almost same as front stall). I must say it was an experience of its kind. A cool lounge for Jubilee and Gold class which will make your wait pleasant. Very comfortable seats, great leg space and good service to the seats. No more running to the counter to be the first in queue to grab some snacks so that you don't run late for second-half.

BTW, I thoroughly enjoyed the movie and its a movie worth watching. You can read the movie review in my friend's blog here.

So, dont miss a chance to check out this new cool movie hall in town. Have fun!