Archive · 28 Jul 2025
Mumbai's Naaz Cinema, Cafe and Sweet Spot: A Recap
Once upon a time, a building called Naaz in Mumbai was like the center of the movie world.
It was where movie makers and money people had their offices.
But when COVID-19 hit, they closed their offices and haven't gone back.
Now, a film critic wants them to return.
Also, there was a cafe called Naaz where couples could enjoy the view and have privacy.
The city is planning to open a restaurant where the cafe used to be.
In other news, a chain of sweet shops called 'Aavarya' has opened in Mumbai, selling a variety of sweets and snacks.
Naaz cinema building in Mumbai was once a hub for Bollywood film financiers, exhibitors, and producers.
The COVID-19 pandemic led to the shutdown of the Naaz building, and film offices have not reopened.
Film critic Amod Mehra has appealed to film industry figures to return to Naaz.
Cafe Naaz, an open-air cafe on Malabar Hill, was popular with couples but closed down long ago.
The BMC has invited bids to run a restaurant at the former site of Cafe Naaz.
- Who
- The article mentions film financiers, exhibitors, producers, Amod Mehra, and couples.
- What
- The article discusses the history of Naaz cinema building, Cafe Naaz, and a new chain of sweet shops.
- When
- The Naaz cinema building was important in the past, and Cafe Naaz closed a long time ago. The chain of shops is recent.
- Where
- The Naaz cinema building was on Lamington Road in Mumbai, and Cafe Naaz was on Malabar Hill.
- Why
- The article is about changes in the Mumbai entertainment and food scenes.
Current Situation
Historical Context
Naaz Building Status
Current Situation
The Naaz cinema building, once important, has been inactive since the pandemic.
Historical Context
The Naaz cinema building, once important, has been inactive since the pandemic.
- Location of Naaz Cinema
- Lamington Road, Mumbai
- Location of Cafe Naaz
- Malabar Hill, Mumbai
- Cafe Naaz specialty
- Open air, sweeping view, privacy
- Aavarya outlets
- 13
- Aavarya product type
- Sweets and farsan