Hyderabad's Iconic Single-Screen Theaters: A Glimpse into Nawabi Cinematic History

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News18•08-02-2026, 12:11
Hyderabad's Iconic Single-Screen Theaters: A Glimpse into Nawabi Cinematic History
- •Hyderabad's single-screen theaters like Yakut Mahal, Sandhya 70mm, Sudharshan 35mm, Gokul Theater, and Ramakrishna 70mm preserve the city's rich cinematic heritage.
- •Yakut Mahal, built in the 1930s by Nawab Zafar Nawaz Jung, still uses Vintage Peerless Magnarc projectors from 1927.
- •Sandhya 70mm and Sudharshan 35mm in RTC X Roads form Hyderabad's major 'movie hub', known for their grand screens and enthusiastic 'mass' audiences.
- •Gokul Theater blends modern Dolby Atmos sound with its original historical architecture, offering a unique viewing experience.
- •Ramakrishna 70mm in Abids is linked to the legacy of N.T. Rama Rao and remains a celebratory venue for big Telugu film releases.
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