PVR INOX Expands to Ladakh With Leh’s First Multiplex at 11,500 Feet Altitude

PVR INOX Limited has expanded its footprint into Ladakh with the launch of a two-screen multiplex in Leh, marking the region’s first modern multiplex and India’s highest cinema site at an altitude of around 11,500 feet. The new property is located at Solar Colony in Saboo along the Leh–Manali Bypass Road.

The launch signals a strategic expansion into high-potential but underpenetrated markets, as the cinema operator continues to move beyond major metropolitan areas. Developed under the Franchise Owned Company Operated model, the Leh property aligns with the company’s asset-light growth strategy while strengthening its national footprint.

The multiplex houses two auditoriums equipped with 2K digital projection, Dolby 7.1 surround sound, and Next-Gen 3D technology. Specially engineered audio systems have been deployed to maintain consistent sound quality at high altitude, ensuring a premium and immersive movie-viewing experience comparable to leading urban cinemas.

In addition to entertainment, the property introduces Leh’s first organised food court, offering multiple national and international quick-service restaurant brands. The integrated leisure format is expected to enhance the overall visitor experience and position the multiplex as a key social and entertainment hub for both residents and tourists.

Built as a standalone facility on the outskirts of Leh town, the cinema combines modern infrastructure with scenic surroundings. The project is expected to contribute to local employment generation, support tourism-led economic activity, and strengthen Ladakh’s evolving urban ecosystem.

With this addition, PVR INOX operates a total of 1,774 screens across 356 properties in 112 cities spanning India and Sri Lanka. The Leh multiplex underscores the company’s long-term strategy of geographic diversification and its focus on delivering world-class cinema experiences across diverse and emerging regions.