The Shoppes at City of Dreams adds five-screen Scope Cinemas Multiplex

Colombo Hotels Senior Vice President and Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Sri Lanka General Manager Kamal Munasinghe (left) and Scope Cinemas Chairman and CEO Naveed Cader at the media briefing on Wednesday

The Shoppes at City of Dreams and Scope Cinemas tie-up announcement was timed to coincide with the premiere of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Sri Lanka’s biggest-ever movie premiere event inclusive of a drone show                                      – Pix by Lasantha Kumara 

The Shoppes at City of Dreams Sri Lanka on Wednesday marked a major milestone in its evolution with the official announcement of Scope Cinemas’ inclusion. 

Scheduled to open on Level 10 before the end of 2026, Scope Cinemas Multiplex will become one of the destination’s defining anchor attractions, bringing next-generation cinema technology and immersive viewing experiences new to the Sri Lankan market. 

The announcement marks a defining milestone for The Shoppes since its opening in August 2025. More than the arrival of a cinema, it reflects the continued evolution of the destination, further strengthening its position as Sri Lanka’s premier integrated retail, dining, entertainment, and lifestyle destination. 

Colombo Hotels Senior Vice President and Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Sri Lanka General Manager Kamal Munasinghe said: “The Shoppes was always envisioned as more than a retail destination—it was designed to bring together shopping, dining, and entertainment in a way that encourages people to stay longer, return more often, and discover something new with every visit. Welcoming Scope Cinemas is a significant step in that journey, reinforcing our ambition to create experiences that continue to redefine Colombo’s lifestyle landscape.”

Located within City of Dreams Sri Lanka, South Asia’s first and largest fully integrated lifestyle destination, The Shoppes has been introduced to the market through a carefully planned, phased opening. With Levels 7 and 8 currently operational, the upcoming opening of the waterfront Ground Floor and Levels 9 and 10 will further expand the destination’s offering and introduce several new anchor attractions and experiences.

Set to become one of Sri Lanka’s most anticipated entertainment destinations, the new five-screen multiplex will introduce a new generation of cinema technology and immersive experiences never before seen in the local market. Complemented by two exclusive VIP cinema halls, each with its own private lobby and curated gourmet dining offering, the experience has been designed to redefine movie-going for Sri Lankan audiences.

Scope Cinemas Chairman and CEO Naveed Cader said: “We are proud to partner with The Shoppes at City of Dreams Sri Lanka to create a cinema destination unlike anything the country has experienced before. By combining next-generation technology, premium hospitality, and thoughtfully curated entertainment, this multiplex will set a new benchmark for movie-going in Sri Lanka and give audiences more reasons to experience cinema on the big screen. This is what we stand for: bringing international experiences to Sri Lankan audiences and creating memories that last.”

The Shoppes at City of Dreams Sri Lanka was the Event Partner for the premiere of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Sri Lanka’s biggest-ever movie premiere event, marking the occasion with an exclusive celebration on 29 July attended by media representatives, partners, and invited guests. Adding to the excitement, guests witnessed Sri Lanka’s first-ever Spider-Man-inspired drone show, creating a spectacular visual tribute to the iconic superhero. 

The high-energy celebration showcased The Shoppes’ ability to bring world-class entertainment moments to life, while highlighting the arrival of Scope Cinemas as a key anchor attraction.

The announcement comes just days before the first anniversary of The Shoppes and builds momentum towards its next stage of development. Beyond Scope Cinemas, the upcoming opening of Levels 9 and 10 will introduce a new food court, expanded entertainment offerings, and a vibrant nightlife destination designed to redefine Colombo’s after-hours experience.

Through the continued introduction of destination-defining retail partners and experiences, The Shoppes is strengthening its position as one of Sri Lanka’s foremost retail, dining, entertainment, and lifestyle destinations, creating greater value for visitors, tenants, and partners while contributing to the broader appeal of City of Dreams Sri Lanka.