Raj Mandir Cinema
Raj Mandir, Jaipur's pink picture palace from 1976: the meringue foyer, a full-house Bollywood crowd, and how to book seats for a film night.
Some pictures are illustrations. The real places may look a little different.
Why go
- From us
- About 8 km
- Time needed
- About 3 hours
- Best time
- An evening show
- Entry
- Depends on film and seat
A picture palace
Raj Mandir opened on 1 June 1976 with the film Charas, and it still feels like an opening night. The architect, W. M. Namjoshi, gave it curves, stars and a foyer like the inside of a pink meringue.
Watching a film here
Most films are in Hindi, and that matters less than you'd think. On a busy night the audience cheers the hero and whistles at the songs, and you'll follow everything you need to.
Booking
Book seats online or at the box office. Shows and prices depend on the film, the day and the seat class, so tell us your evening and we'll help you choose.
What to see
The foyer
Chandeliers, starbursts and soft pink plaster. Arrive early to see it before the crowd.
Plan your visit
- Booking
Online or at the box office
Prices vary by film, date and seat.
- Films
Mostly Hindi
- Getting there
About 8 km, off MI Road
Checked on 2 November 2026. Hours, prices and rules change, so check before you set out, or ask us on the morning.
Sources
Tips from the family
- Arrive early to see the foyer before the crowd
- Pick a big new release for the full atmosphere
Questions people ask
Pairs well with
Planning guide
Jaipur after dark
