Albert Theatre: the fading of Rajini’s fortress in Madras
Time flies, empires crumble, theatres vanish, and love wanes: these are eternal truths. But when Albert and Baby Albert turned deathly quiet amid a Rajini film release, it marked a shift in the celluloid history of Madras
The Albert Theatre in Madras, once a cultural landmark and Rajini's fortress, is now fading. Situated in Egmore, it was a favorite for Rajini films, with the superstar himself attending to gauge the public's reaction. However, as Rajini films transitioned to newer venues, Albert became eerily silent. Despite occasional releases, the theatre seems to be heading towards oblivion, leaving behind memories of nostalgia and puffs consumed during intervals.
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