Chinatown to get new cinema, while mall near MRT station may soon make way for hotel
Both developments signal a renewal of the district’s ageing commercial stock, said an analyst.
Chinatown is set to welcome a new cinema, while a nearby mall may soon be repurposed for a hotel. The cinema, to be called Shaw Oriental, will open at Oriental Plaza, which is undergoing refurbishment and is expected to reopen in the first quarter of 2027. Lucky Chinatown, a shopping center near the Chinatown MRT station, may soon transform into a hotel.
The redevelopment plans for both properties aim to revitalize Chinatown's commercial landscape, which has seen a decline in cinema attendance since the 1960s. The new cinema is expected to cater to both locals and tourists, offering a blend of dining, entertainment, and F&B options. Meanwhile, Lucky Chinatown is proposed to be transformed into a hotel to capitalize on the area's high visitor demand, driven by tourism, culture, and F&B.
The redevelopment efforts aim to maintain Chinatown's heritage character while adapting to modern demands and ensuring its continued growth and identity.
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