4 June – While the exhibitor opened its 17th outlet; TGV Bukit Indah at Johor Bahru last week, the day also saw to TGV Cinemas' 17th Anniversary where tidings of the reopening of TGV One Utama as well as an introduction of a new hall concept was announced. Expected to be open to the public by late June or early July, TGV One Utama will be home to all concepts that TGV had previously introduced since the refurbishment of TGV Sunway Pyramid last year. TGV One Utama will include tiered seating, the Beanieplex and TGV Club, while introducing a new hall concept in the form of; The Suite.
The Suite will feature premium reclining seats, an exclusive lounge with specialized menu, as well as service staff. It caters to be TGV's most premium hall to date, which is expected to be even more lavish than the current TGV Club halls located at TGV Sunway Pyramid and TGV Bukit Indah. "TGV Cinemas is always in the business of reinventing, innovating and upgrading products and services. We want to be at the forefront in defining the ideal cinema experience." Said Kenny Wong CEO of TGV Cinemas at the anniversary bash held at The Pool, Ampang last week. Set to the theme of 'Funky Sweet 17', the bash saw many keyplayers of the cinema and movie industry as well as invited guests gracing the affair. The night also saw to performances by the No Noise Percussion Unit as well as a synchronized swimming performance to name a few.
Other new TGV locations set to open this year is the TGV Aeon Rawang by 15 June, and TGV Aeon Ipoh Station by the end of June.