Kerala’s movie lovers have something big to celebrate. The state’s first Dolby Cinema is now ready at EVM Cinemas in Kochi, and the specs show it’s built to give one of the best big-screen experiences in South India.
Kerala’s First Dolby Cinema
- Location: EVM Cinemas, Kochi
- Seats: 450
- Screen: Approx 49 ft wide
- Aspect Ratio: Hybrid 2:1
Picture That Pops
The screen runs on a Christie H4D3 4K laser projector with Dolby Vision HDR. Here’s what that means for viewers.
- 4K Laser projection
- 108 nits brightness
- 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio
- Rec. 2020 colour
In simple words, the picture is much brighter, the blacks are truly dark and the colours are far richer than in a regular theatre. Dark scenes, which often look dull on normal screens, will look clear and detailed here.
Sound All Around You
The audio setup is just as strong.
- Studio-grade Dolby Atmos
- 64 channels
- 71 hidden Dolby speakers
With 71 speakers placed all around and above the audience, sound moves through the hall, so action scenes, music and background scores feel much more immersive.
Built for the Best View
The auditorium is fully blacked out, so there’s no light from walls or exits to distract from the screen. It also has stadium seating along with curved rows, so every seat gets a clear, centred view.
A Big Upgrade for Kerala
Kerala has one of the most passionate film audiences in the country. Malayalam cinema is winning fans across India, and big films from Tamil, Telugu and Hindi also do huge business in the state.
Until now, Kerala audiences had to travel to cities like Bengaluru for a Dolby Cinema experience. Now they can get it right in Kochi.
Perfect Timing
The launch comes at the right time. Jailer 2 is running to record numbers in Kerala, and big releases like Ramayana are just weeks away. Premium formats are in high demand, and the new Dolby Cinema screen is set to become a top choice for fans.