Liberty Lands and Developments unites diverse ventures under one vision

Liberty Lands and Developments (LLD), a diversified Sri Lankan business group with a legacy spanning over seven decades, has unveiled its unified corporate identity, bringing together its established presence across entertainment, hospitality, food and beverage, film distribution and audiovisual technology. 

The move marks a new chapter in the Group’s journey, reinforcing its commitment to introducing international standards and delivering quality experiences that enhance the everyday lives of Sri Lankans.

Guided by its corporate philosophy, “The Future, Built Right,” LLD remains focused on responsible growth, operational excellence and building businesses that serve future generations. As the Group strengthens its corporate presence, it aims to continue introducing globally inspired experiences while supporting local enterprise and contributing to Sri Lanka’s evolving commercial landscape.

Liberty Lands and Developments Chairman and Managing Director Imthiaz J. Cader said: “The foundation of our business was built on my father’s belief that success must come through honesty, hard work and the trust of the people we serve. As the second generation, our responsibility was not only to preserve what he established, but to strengthen the business and prepare it for the future. We have navigated many challenges over the decades, but our commitment to quality, integrity and long-term value has remained unchanged. Today, it is encouraging to see the next generation taking this legacy forward, introducing new ideas and expanding into sectors that contribute to the lives of Sri Lankans.”

The unveiling strengthens the corporate identity behind several established brands that have contributed to the country’s entertainment and lifestyle landscape. From pioneering cinema experiences to introducing contemporary dining concepts and advanced technology, LLD has progressively expanded into sectors that influence how people experience entertainment, hospitality and leisure.

The Group’s origins date back to 1955, when the late Jabir A. Cader established the iconic Liberty Cinema, laying the foundation for a business built on integrity, innovation and customer trust. Under the second-generation leadership of Imthiaz J. Cader, the business navigated significant changes in Sri Lanka’s economic and entertainment landscape, preserving its cinema heritage while establishing a stronger foundation for future expansion. His leadership was instrumental in the formal establishment of Liberty Lands and Developments in 1995, bringing its growing business interests under a common corporate structure. Across three generations, the Cader family has continued to build on this legacy, identifying opportunities to introduce new experiences to the Sri Lankan market.

Today, LLD’s entertainment presence is reflected through Scope Cinemas, which has transformed the local moviegoing experience by introducing premium cinema formats, advanced screening technologies and Sri Lanka’s first IMAX theatre. Complementing this, Liberty Cinemas and Next Frame Global continue to strengthen the Group’s involvement in international film distribution, connecting Sri Lankan audiences with major Hollywood studios and global releases.

In hospitality, LLD operates Ramada by Wyndham Colombo through Alhambra Hotels, offering accommodation, dining and event facilities backed by decades of industry experience. Its expansion into food and beverage through Food Studio has introduced contemporary dining destinations at leading shopping malls, bringing diverse international cuisines and home-grown culinary concepts closer to local consumers. Cine Digital extends the Group’s expertise into audiovisual technology, providing advanced cinema systems and integrated sound and visual solutions for commercial and hospitality environments.