BTS World Tour “Arirang” Comes to SM Cinema with Exclusive Live Viewing Experience

Fans across the Philippines can experience the global phenomenon like never before as BTS World Tour “Arirang”: Live Viewing arrives in SM Cinema branches nationwide again after its successful run last April 11 from Goyang, South Korea. The highly anticipated concert event will have another live broadcast on April 18 from Tokyo, Japan, bringing the energy of BTS to the big screen.

A total of 38 SM Cinema branches will participate in this special screening, including SM Megamall, SM North EDSA, SM Mall of Asia, SM Cebu, SM Seaside, SM Bacolod, SM Iloilo, SM Clark, SM Baguio, SM Southmall, SM BF Parañaque, SM Zamboanga, and more, ensuring fans nationwide can join the experience.

Tickets are priced at P1,700 for live viewing, while replay viewing is priced at P1,390. Fans can also bring home an exclusive fan gift inspired by the tour’s opening cities for every ticket availed at SM Cinema.

This is the schedule for this week’s live viewing:

April 18, 1:45 PM (LIVE FROM JAPAN)

April 18, 5:30 PM (REPLAY FROM JAPAN)

The BTS World Tour “Arirang” accompanies the group’s fifth full-length album, a milestone that captures the culmination of their artistic journey.

The tour features a groundbreaking 360-degree in-the-round stage design, delivering a fully immersive concert atmosphere that places audiences at the center of the performance. Fans can relive the excitement of what is being hailed as BTS’ “comeback of the decade,” together with fellow ARMYs in cinemas nationwide.

Don’t miss this chance to witness BTS in a larger-than-life concert event. Gather your friends, secure your seats, and celebrate the music, passion, and global impact of BTS only at your most-loved SM Cinema branch this April.

About SM Cinema   

SM Cinema is the largest film exhibitor in the Philippines, operating over 389 screens in more than 79 branches nationwide. As part of SM Lifestyle, Inc., a subsidiary of SM Prime Holdings, SM Cinema is committed to delivering world-class cinematic experiences to Filipino moviegoers. From the latest blockbuster films to premium formats such as SCREENX, IMAX, Directors Club, and Event Cinema, SM Cinema continuously elevates the way audiences enjoy movies.   

Driven by innovation, customer service, and a passion for storytelling, SM Cinema remains a trusted entertainment destination for families, friends, and film lovers across the country. 

Return to Middle-earth: “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” Extended Edition Hits SM Cinemas for an Exclusive One-Weekend Engagement

SM Cinema is bringing the extended edition of “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” back to cinemas for one weekend only in celebration of the 25th anniversary of Peter Jackson’s cinematic masterpiece.

 

From January 23-25, movie fans can flock to SM Cinema branches to catch the extended version of the movie that will feature an additional 30 minutes of footage not seen in the original 2001 theatrical release, bringing the total runtime to 3 hours and 28 minutes (208 min).

 

This limited engagement will be screened at 40 SM Cinema locations nationwide, ensuring that fans from across the archipelago can join the quest. Participating theaters include:

Metro Manila: SM Aura, SM Megamall, SM Mall of Asia, SM North EDSA, SM City BF Parañaque, SM City Bicutan, SM City East Ortigas, SM City Fairview, SM City Grand Central, SM City Manila, SM City Marikina, SM City San Lazaro, SM Southmall, SM City Sta. Mesa, and SM City Sucat.

Luzon: SM City Bacoor, SM City Baguio, SM City Baliwag, SM City Batangas, SM City Calamba, SM City Clark, SM City Dasmarinas, SM City Laoag, SM City Legazpi, SM City Lipa, SM City Lucena, SM City Naga, SM City Marilao, SM City Masinag, SM City Pampanga, SM City San Mateo, SM City San Pablo, SM City Sta. Rosa, and SM City Tarlac.

Visayas: SM City Bacolod, SM City Cebu, SM City Iloilo, and SM Seaside City Cebu

Mindanao: SM CDO Downtown and SM Lanang

Fans are encouraged to purchase tickets early via SM Cinema’s website, app, or ticket booths to catch this rare big-screen return to Middle-earth in breathtaking high-definition, available in regular cinemas and SM Directors Club.

Whether you’re a movie fan craving the ultimate cinematic throwback, or a parent excited to introduce the next generation to the magic of The Lord of the Rings, this exclusive weekend at your most loved mall, SM is designed to go beyond the screen. From immersive sound and larger-than-life visuals at SM Cinema, to curated moments before and after the film that bring Middle-earth to life, expect a fully maxed-out movie experience—one that turns a simple screening into a shared, unforgettable adventure. (PR)

About SM Cinema

SM Cinema is the largest film exhibitor in the Philippines, operating over 300 screens in more than 78 branches nationwide. As part of SM Lifestyle, Inc., a subsidiary of SM Prime Holdings, SM Cinema is committed to delivering world-class cinematic experiences to Filipino moviegoers. From the latest blockbuster films to premium formats such as IMAX, Directors Club, and Event Cinema, SM Cinema continuously elevates the way audiences enjoy movies.

Driven by innovation, customer service, and a passion for storytelling, SM Cinema remains a trusted entertainment destination for families, friends, and film lovers across the country.

Learn more at www.smcinema.com or follow @SMCinema on social media.

SM CINEMA UNVEILS THE COUNTRY’S FIRST SCREENX THEATER AT SM MALL OF ASIA

SM Cinema, the country’s largest film exhibitor, once again raises the bar for moviegoing experiences with the launch of the first SCREENX theater in the Philippines at SM Mall of Asia.

SCREENX is located at the 2nd Level, Entertainment Mall, SM Mall of Asia.

Through its partnership with CJ 4DPLEX, a global leader in premium film formats and cinema technologies, SM Cinema introduces SCREENX, a revolutionary 270-degree panoramic theater format that expands the film beyond the main screen and onto the side walls of the auditorium. This innovative setup fully immerses audiences in the story, surrounding them with breathtaking visuals and heightened realism.

SCREENX is a revolutionary 270-degree panoramic theater format.

Present at the launch were SM Supermalls President Steven Tan, SM Engineering Design and Development Corporation President Hans “Chico” Sy Jr., CJ 4DPLEX CEO Don Savant, CJ 4DPLEX Managing Director for APAC Jamil Valiyev, and SM Cinema Senior Assistant Vice President for Cinema Management Karen Zabaljauregui.

Executives from SM and CJ 4DPLEX

As a special treat to Filipino audiences, “Wicked: For Good,” the highly anticipated sequel to the hit film starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, makes history as the first film to premiere in SCREENX in the Philippines.

“Wicked: For Good” in SCREENX are now available at ₱700 via SM Cinema.

Tickets for “Wicked: For Good” in SCREENX are now available at ₱700 via SM Cinema. Fans can also look forward to upcoming SCREENX releases later this year, including “Zootopia 2” and “Avatar: Fire and Ash.” SCREENX is located at the 2nd Level, Entertainment Mall, SM Mall of Asia.

SM Cinema continues to offer a diverse range of advanced cinema formats—such as IMAX, Directors Club, and now SCREENX—underscoring its commitment to bringing world-class entertainment experiences to Filipino moviegoers.

About CJ 4DPLEX

CJ 4DPLEX is a leading, next-generation cinema technology company, headquartered in Seoul with international offices in Los Angeles and Beijing. The company has created innovative film technologies for theaters worldwide that include 'SCREENX', '4DX', and 'Ultra 4DX' for consumers to experience films in ways that were never before possible.

CJ 4DPLEX is a part of the CJ Group conglomerate that also includes entertainment powerhouses CJ CGV, the fifth largest theater chain in the world, and CJ ENM (CJ Entertainment & Media), who produced the Academy Award®, Golden Globe® and SAG Awards winning film, "Parasite".

SCREENX is the world's first multi-projection cinema with an immersive 270-degree field of view. By expanding the image beyond the frame and onto the walls of the theater, SCREENX places the audience directly at the center of the story, creating a visually immersive viewing experience unlike any other. To date, there are over 435 SCREENX auditoriums around the world in 40 countries.

4DX provides moviegoers with a multi-sensory cinema-going experience, allowing audiences to connect with movies through motion, vibration, water, wind, snow, lightning, scents, and other special effects that enhance the visuals on-screen. Each 4DX auditorium incorporates motion-based seating synchronized with more than 21 different effects and optimized by a team of skilled editors. To date, there are over 775 4DX auditoriums around the world, spanning over 70 countries.

About SM Cinema

SM Cinema is the largest film exhibitor in the Philippines, operating over 300 screens in more than 78 branches nationwide. As part of SM Lifestyle, Inc., a subsidiary of SM Prime Holdings, SM Cinema is committed to delivering world-class cinematic experiences to Filipino moviegoers. From the latest blockbuster films to premium formats such as IMAX, Directors Club, and Event Cinema, SM Cinema continuously elevates the way audiences enjoy movies.

Driven by innovation, customer service, and a passion for storytelling, SM Cinema remains a trusted entertainment destination for families, friends, and film lovers across the country. Learn more at www.smcinema.com or follow @SMCinema on social media. (SM Supermalls)