Mumbai: Miraj Cinemas has officially announced the appointment of Bhuvanesh Mendiratta as its new Managing Director. Mendiratta steps into the role following the departure of Amit Sharma, who led the company with distinction for over 14 years and is now moving on to explore new opportunities.
A long-standing member of the Miraj Cinemas leadership team, Mendiratta has been instrumental in the company’s operational success, most recently serving as the Chief Operating Officer. With more than two decades of experience in the entertainment and hospitality industries, his resume includes key leadership roles at PVR and Cinemax before joining Miraj. He has overseen various functions including operations, food & beverage, marketing, film programming, and internal audits.
An alumnus of the National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT) with a degree in Hospitality and Administration, Mendiratta also holds an Executive MBA in Hospitality Management.
Arvind Jain, Group CEO, Miraj Group, said, “Bhuvanesh has been part of our core team for a long time and understands every aspect of the business. With his strong industry knowledge and execution skills, we believe he is well-placed to lead Miraj Cinemas into its next phase of growth. We are excited about what lies ahead.”
Bhuvanesh Mendiratta, Managing Director, Miraj Entertainment Ltd., said, “It’s been an incredible journey so far, and I’m truly honoured to take on this responsibility. Our focus will remain on strengthening our presence, adding premium formats like IMAX and Neo-M, and creating the best possible experience for moviegoers across India,” and added that Miraj is also planning to expand in tier-2 and tier-3 markets. “We will have locally tailored content strategies and sustainable cinema formats.”
With this leadership transition, Miraj Cinemas is poised for accelerated expansion and technological advancement. The company currently operates 235 screens across 70 locations in 48 cities, and under Mendiratta’s direction, aims to scale up its national footprint while enhancing the overall cinematic experience for Indian audiences.
