Midnight’s Children Film Screening
Oscar Nominated Film Director & Producer, Deepa Mehta, invites you to enjoy a book reading and film screening of Midnight’s Children.
Midnight’s Children Film Screening
Midnight's Children is an allegorical novel by Salman Rushdie, published in 1981. It chronicles the intertwined fates of two children born within the first hour of India's independence from Great Britain. The novel skillfully weaves history, myth, and storytelling techniques, focusing on Saleem, who is born at the stroke of midnight on August 15, 1947, when India declares its independence. The story was adapted into an epic film directed by Deepa Mehta.
The event includes lunch and is hosted by Oscar Nominated Film Director & Producer, Deepa Mehta.
Terms & Conditions
- Each ticket is valid for single entry by one (1) individual only.
- The screening will be from 10am to 2pm on the 25th of April.
- The ticket is inclusive of lunch.
- Tickets are non transferable and non refundable.
- Attendees must present a valid ticket (either printed or digital) for entry.
- Attendees must be present at the venue at least 15 minutes prior to the screening.
- Disruptive behaviour may result in expulsion from the event without refund.
- Photography and videography will not be allowed during the screening.
- Attendees are responsible for their personal belongings.
- The event organisers are not liable for any loss, damage, or injury sustained by attendees during the event.
- The event organisers reserve the right to refuse admission to anyone who does not comply with these terms and conditions.
Water Film Screening
Oscar Nominated Film Director & Producer, Deepa Mehta, invites you to enjoy a panel discussion and film screening of Water.
Water Film Screening
‘Water’ is a dark introspect into the tales of rural Indian widows at an ashram in India in the 1940s, and covers controversial subjects such as child marriage, misogyny and ostracism. Written and directed by Deepa Mehta with parts filmed in Sri Lanka, the film is also the third and final installment of Mehta's Elements trilogy. It was preceded by Fire (1996) and Earth (1998).
The event includes light refreshments and is hosted by Oscar Nominated Film Director & Producer, Deepa Mehta.
- Date: 31st May 2025
- Location: Cinnamon Bentota Beach – Signature Selection
- Event start: 3pm onwards
- Price: LKR 10,000
Terms & Conditions
- Each ticket is valid for single entry by one (1) individual only.
- The event will be from 3pm onwards the 31st of May.
- The ticket is inclusive of light refreshments during the screening.
- Tickets are non transferable and non refundable.
- Attendees must present a valid ticket (either printed or digital) for entry.
- Attendees must be present at the venue at least 15 minutes prior to the screening.
- Disruptive behaviour may result in expulsion from the event without refund.
- Photography and videography will not be allowed during the screening.
- Attendees are responsible for their personal belongings.
- The event organisers are not liable for any loss, damage, or injury sustained by attendees during the event.
- The event organisers reserve the right to refuse admission to anyone who does not comply with these terms and conditions.
Funny Boy Film Screening
Enjoy an evening capturing the magic of cinema, with the screening of Funny Boy.
Funny Boy Film Screening
Oscar Nominated Film Director & Producer, Deepa Mehta, takes you on storytelling journey with an evening capturing the magic of cinema, screening of Funny Boy, round table discussion with the cast & crew, cocktails, and after party.
- Date: 1st June 2025
- Location: Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Sri Lanka
- Event start: 3pm onwards
- Price: LKR 12,500
Terms & Conditions :
- Each ticket is valid for single entry by one (1) individual only.
- The event will be from 3pm on the 1st of June.
- Tickets are non transferable and non refundable.
- Attendees must present a valid ticket (either printed or digital) for entry.
- Attendees must be present at the venue at least 15 minutes prior to the screening.
- Disruptive behaviour may result in expulsion from the event without refund.
- Photography and videography will not be allowed during the screening.
- Attendees are responsible for their personal belongings.
- The event organisers are not liable for any loss, damage, or injury sustained by attendees during the event.
- The event organisers reserve the right to refuse admission to anyone who does not comply with these terms and conditions.
HSBC Offer – Midnight’s Children Film Screening
Enjoy 30% off the Midnight’s Children book reading and film screening hosted by Deepa Mehta, with your HSBC Premier Credit or Debit Card.
HSBC Offer – Midnight’s Children Film Screening
Midnight's Children is an allegorical novel by Salman Rushdie, published in 1981. It chronicles the intertwined fates of two children born within the first hour of India's independence from Great Britain. The novel skillfully weaves history, myth, and storytelling techniques, focusing on Saleem, who is born at the stroke of midnight on August 15, 1947, when India declares its independence. The story was adapted into an epic film directed by Deepa Mehta, with parts filmed in Sri Lanka.
The event includes light refreshments and is hosted by Oscar Nominated Film Director & Producer, Deepa Mehta.
- Date: 31st May 2025
- Location: Cinnamon Bentota Beach – Signature Selection
- Event start: 10am onwards
- Price: LKR 10,000
Terms & Conditions
- Tickets are valid only for HSBC Premier Credit and Debit cardholders.
- Each ticket is valid for single entry by one (1) individual only.
- The event will be from 10am onwards on the 31st of May.
- The ticket is inclusive of light refreshments during the screening.
- Tickets are non transferable and non refundable.
- Attendees must present a valid ticket (either printed or digital) for entry.
- Attendees must be present at the venue at least 15 minutes prior to the screening.
- Disruptive behaviour may result in expulsion from the event without refund.
- Photography and videography will not be allowed during the screening.
- Attendees are responsible for their personal belongings.
- The event organisers are not liable for any loss, damage, or injury sustained by attendees during the event.
- General credit and debit card terms and conditions by HSBC apply.
HSBC Offer – Water Film Screening
Enjoy 30% off the Water film screening and a panel discussion hosted by Deepa Mehta, with your HSBC Premier Credit or Debit Card.
HSBC Offer – Water Film Screening
‘Water’ is a dark introspect into the tales of rural Indian widows at an ashram in India in the 1940s, and covers controversial subjects such as child marriage, misogyny and ostracism. Written and directed by Deepa Mehta with parts filmed in Sri Lanka, the film is also the third and final installment of Mehta's Elements trilogy. It was preceded by Fire (1996) and Earth (1998).
The event includes light refreshments and is hosted by Oscar Nominated Film Director & Producer, Deepa Mehta.
- Date: 31st May 2025
- Location: Cinnamon Bentota Beach – Signature Selection
- Event start: 3pm onwards
- Price: LKR 10,000
Terms & Conditions
- Tickets are valid only for HSBC Premier Credit and Debit cardholders.
- Each ticket is valid for single entry by one (1) individual only.
- The event will be from 3pm onwards the 31st of May.
- The ticket is inclusive of light refreshments during the screening.
- Tickets are non transferable and non refundable.
- Attendees must present a valid ticket (either printed or digital) for entry.
- Attendees must be present at the venue at least 15 minutes prior to the screening.
- Disruptive behaviour may result in expulsion from the event without refund.
- Photography and videography will not be allowed during the screening.
- Attendees are responsible for their personal belongings.
- The event organisers are not liable for any loss, damage, or injury sustained by attendees during the event.
- The event organisers reserve the right to refuse admission to anyone who does not comply with these terms and conditions.
- General credit and debit card terms and conditions by HSBC apply.
HSBC Offer – Funny Boy Film Screening
Enjoy 30% off the Funny Boy film screening, and cast discussion event, with your HSBC Premier Credit or Debit Card.
HSBC Offer – Funny Boy Film Screening
Oscar Nominated Film Director & Producer, Deepa Mehta, takes you on storytelling journey with an evening capturing the magic of cinema, screening of Funny Boy, round table discussion with the cast & crew, cocktails, and after party. Enjoy 30% off tickets with your HSBC Premier Credit or Debit Card.
- Date: 1st June 2025
- Location: Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Sri Lanka
- Event start: 3pm onwards
- Price: LKR 12,500
Terms & Conditions :
- Enjoy 30% off tickets when you book through your HSBC Premier Credit or Debit Card
- Each ticket is valid for single entry by one (1) individual only.
- The event will be from 3pm on the 1st of June.
- Tickets are non transferable and non refundable.
- Attendees must present a valid ticket (either printed or digital) for entry.
- Attendees must be present at the venue at least 15 minutes prior to the screening.
- Disruptive behaviour may result in expulsion from the event without refund.
- Photography and videography will not be allowed during the screening.
- Attendees are responsible for their personal belongings.
- The event organisers are not liable for any loss, damage, or injury sustained by attendees during the event.
- The event organisers reserve the right to refuse admission to anyone who does not comply with these terms and conditions.
- General credit and debit card terms and conditions by HSBC apply.
Signature Package – Day 1, Morning
Experience a book reading and film screening of Midnight’s Children, hosted by Deepa Mehta. Inclusive of a Double Room on Full Board.
Signature Package – Day 1, Morning
Oscar Nominated Film Director & Producer, Deepa Mehta, invites you to enjoy a book reading of Midnight’s Children authored by Salman Rushdie, and an exclusive film screening of the same. Inclusive of our Double Room on Full Board.
- Date: 31st May 2025
- Location: Cinnamon Bentota Beach – Signature Selection
- Check in: 30th May, 2pm
- Event start: 31st May, 10am onwards
- Price: LKR 75,000
Terms & Conditions
- The rates provided are for a 1 night stay on 30th May for the event on 31st May 2025.
- Booking period is from 25th April to 25th May 2025
- This offer is valid for premium double rooms, on full board basis.
- Please note check in is 30th May 2025 (2pm), with the full board package starting from dinner (on 30th May), and breakfast and lunch (on 31st May).
- Late checkout is offered till 2pm on 31st May.
- Rooms are subject to availability.
- Reservations are non transferable.
- Offer cannot be combined with any other promotion.
- Offer not valid for group / corporate bookings.
HSBC Offer – Day 1 - Morning
Enjoy 30% off the Midnight’s Children book reading, film screening, and stay, with your HSBC Premier Credit or Debit Card.
HSBC Offer – Day 1 - Morning
Oscar Nominated Film Director & Producer, Deepa Mehta, invites you to enjoy a book reading of Midnight’s Children authored by Salman Rushdie, and an exclusive film screening of the same. Inclusive of our Double Room on Full Board. Enjoy 30% off this package with your HSBC Premier Credit or Debit Card.
- Date: 31st May 2025
- Location: Cinnamon Bentota Beach – Signature Selection
- Check in: 30th May, 2pm
- Event start: 31st May, 10am onwards
- Price: LKR 75,000
Terms & Conditions
- Enjoy 30% off this package when you book through your HSBC Premier Credit or Debit Card
- The rates provided are for a 1 night stay on 30th May for the event on 31st May 2025.
- Booking period is from 25th April to 25th May 2025
- This offer is valid for premium double rooms, on full board basis.
- Please note check in is 30th May 2025 (2pm, with the full board package starting from dinner (on 30th May), and breakfast and lunch (on 31st May).
- Late checkout is offered till 2pm on 31st May.
- Rooms are subject to availability.
- Reservations are non transferable.
- Offer cannot be combined with any other promotion.
- Offer not valid for group / corporate bookings.
- General credit and debit card terms and conditions by HSBC apply.
Signature Package Day 1 - Evening
Enjoy a panel discussion and film screening of Water, hosted by Deepa Mehta. Inclusive of a Double Room on Full Board.
Signature Package Day 1 - Evening
Oscar Nominated Film Director & Producer, Deepa Mehta, invites you to enjoy a panel discussion and film screening of Water. Inclusive of our Double Room on Full Board.
- Date: 31st May 2025
- Location: Cinnamon Bentota Beach – Signature Selection
- Check in: 31st May, 12pm (noon)
- Event start: 3pm onwards
- Price: LKR 75,000
Terms & Conditions
- The rates provided are for a 1 night stay on 31st May.
- Booking period is from 25th April to 25th May 2025
- This offer is valid for premium double rooms, on full board basis.
- Please note check in is 31st May 2025 (at 12 noon), with the full board package starting from lunch.
- Rooms are subject to availability.
- Reservations are non transferable.
- Offer cannot be combined with any other promotion.
- Offer not valid for group / corporate bookings.
