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Sathyam, Escape and Palazzo as PVR Cinemas thereby getting rid of other acquired brands. Sathyam, Escape and Palazzo Cinemas were rebranded as 'PVR Sathyam', 'PVR Escape' and 'PVR Palazzo' respectively. PVR currently is in process of creating a unified rewards system in place of PVR Privilege and Inox Rewards that will be used across both PVR and Inox properties. A unified booking portal and app will also be launched soon in place of PVR and Inox websites and apps. Post the merger with Inox, with effect from 1 September 2023, the SPI iOS/Android app and website will no longer be available for booking and the customers will be redirected to
219:) (as of 2018) and more in the pipeline. In 2021, PVR Cinemas mentioned that is looking to expand further in South by opening more screens in South Indian cities like Bengaluru, Mysore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Coimbatore and Vizag. In January 2021, PVR started the integration and rebranding of all the acquired properties in a phased manner. They also mentioned that all the future projects will be branded as PVR including the upcoming properties in the state of Tamil Nadu as well. PVR has also launched its private movie screening experience and its loyalty program 'PVR Privilege' across all the acquired properties.
169:. The company was often lauded for its premium quality and inexpensive pricing. Its theatres, primarily PVR Sathyam Cinemas at Royapettah are often used by filmmakers for film premieres and audio launch events. Popcorn served at SPI Cinemas had received considerable praise from film goers and the media. In August 2018, PVR Cinemas completed the acquisition of SPI Cinemas.
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