BIG CINE EXPO 2025 RETURNS TO CHENNAI – BIGGER AND BETTER THAN EVER

BIG CINE EXPO 2025 RETURNS TO CHENNAI – BIGGER AND BETTER THAN EVER
Chennai, India – August 19–20, 2025 – The 8th edition of Big Cine Expo, Asia’s only convention and trade show for the cinema exhibition and theatrical distribution industry, is set to take place at the Chennai Trade Centre, marking its grand return with double the scale to accommodate more exhibitors, attendees, and opportunities.

Organised by TheatreWorld, Big Cine Expo has grown into a premier platform for single-screen cinemas, multiplexes, and industry stakeholders, offering a unique space for networking, innovation, and collaboration.

This year’s event promises an expanded show floor, live technology demos, product showcases, studio presentations, film screenings, and engaging seminars and panel discussions. Attendees will include theatre owners, consultants, distributors, studios, equipment manufacturers, integrators, and professionals from across Asia and India.

With Galalite as Title Partner, IMAX as Awards Partner, Qube Cinema as Associate Partner, and Christie as Technology Partner, the event reaffirms its status as the most influential cinema exhibition convention in the region.

Industry Leaders Speak
Mani Ratnam, Director & Producer:
“To be in touch with technology and exhibition, which is crucial for filmmakers, is inspiring. I feel humbled to be part of this show.”

Raghav, Director, Big Cine Expo:
“Big Cine Expo 2025 will bridge the knowledge gap at a crucial time. With innovations and live discussions, it’s a must-attend event for everyone in cinema exhibition.”

Ajay Bijli, MD, PVR INOX Limited:
“Big Cine Expo has always been a symbol of strength and innovation, and we are proud to be part of this journey.”

Subhash Ghai, Filmmaker:
“Such initiatives are invaluable for entrepreneurs and businesses in the cinema industry.”

IMAX Big Cine Awards 2025

The prestigious IMAX Big Cine Awards will return to honour excellence in the industry, with categories including:

India’s Top Multiplex Chain of the Year
Best Multiplex Theatre of the Year
Best Single-Screen Theatre of the Year
Innovative Technology of the Year
Emerging & Fastest Growing Cinema Chains
Most Trusted Brand of the Year
Special Achievement Award

Why India, Why Chennai?

India, one of the world’s largest consumers of cinema, continues to see rapid growth in theatrical exhibition. Chennai, with its deep-rooted cinematic heritage and its role as the hub of Kollywood, stands as the perfect host city for Big Cine Expo 2025.

Event Details
📅 Dates: August 19–20, 2025
📍 Venue: Chennai Trade Centre, Chennai, India

About Big Cine Expo
Big Cine Expo, organised by TheatreWorld, is Asia’s largest and most influential convention and trade show for the cinema exhibition and distribution industry, serving as a one-stop platform for business, innovation, and knowledge-sharing.

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