Paragon Cineplex
991 Rama I Rd, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330
Paragon Cineplex sets the benchmark for cinema in Bangkok. With the towering Krungsri IMAX screen, the intimate 35-seat Enigma lounge with reclining sofa beds and butler service, ScreenX, Ultra 4DX, and the grand 1,200-seat Siam Pavalai Royal Grand Theatre, every visit offers a different tier of cinematic pleasure. Few multiplexes anywhere in Southeast Asia match its range of formats under one roof.
Paragon Cineplex occupies the fifth floor of Siam Paragon, one of Bangkok's most iconic shopping landmarks on Rama I Road in Pathum Wan. Operated by Major Cineplex Group, Thailand's leading cinema operator, this flagship venue opened in 2005 and has grown into a multi-format cinema complex that draws both everyday moviegoers and international visitors seeking premium experiences.
The Krungsri IMAX Theatre stands as the centrepiece of the complex. The screen reaches the equivalent height of an eight-story building and is paired with IMAX with Laser projection, delivering a picture and sound format that demands to be seen on the largest possible canvas. It is one of the signature IMAX installations in Southeast Asia.
For those seeking an exclusive experience, the Enigma cinema offers a members-only sanctuary with just 35 reclining sofa beds, private butler service, and a dedicated shadow lounge. It is designed as a living-room-scale retreat for cinephiles who want film alongside attentive hospitality.
Beyond these two highlights, the complex includes ScreenX, which wraps the film across three walls for a 270-degree perspective, and Ultra 4DX, which adds motion seating, environmental effects, and sensory elements synchronized to the film. Standard VIP halls and Blue Ribbon rooms round out the offering for guests who want premium recliner seating at a mid-tier price point.
The Siam Pavalai Royal Grand Theatre seats up to 1,200 guests and serves as the venue for major premieres, red-carpet events, and large-format screenings throughout the year, giving Paragon Cineplex a cultural and social weight that extends well beyond the everyday multiplex.
With a total of 16 screens and approximately 5,000 seats spanning multiple formats, Paragon Cineplex remains the most format-diverse cinema destination in central Bangkok. Siam BTS station connects directly to Siam Paragon via a covered walkway, making the journey from anywhere on the BTS network straightforward and weather-independent.