This marks Sri Lanka’s first-ever red-carpet film event held inside a shopping mall atrium, drawing in elite guests and media for a night that celebrated both Hollywood glamour and Formula 1 adrenaline.
The pre-screening event transformed the Havelock City Mall Atrium into a full-throttle tribute to the racing world, followed by an exclusive IMAX screening at Scope Cinemas Multiplex.
Guests were treated to a night of high fashion and immersive entertainment, reflecting the cinematic intensity of the film.
In attendance were corporate leaders, actors and models, media personalities, diplomats, local film distributors, fashion designers, car racers, and acclaimed movie directors — all gathered under one roof to celebrate the local premiere of this global blockbuster.
“This red-carpet premiere is more than just a screening—it’s a celebration of cinema and culture.
Scope Cinemas is proud to once again elevate the standard of moviegoing in Sri Lanka,” said Naveed Cader, Chairman of Scope Cinemas.
“Our goal has always been to create experiential, unforgettable moments for moviegoers.
With F1 The Movie, we’re not just showing a film—we’re bringing Hollywood to Sri Lanka,” added Chassy Cortes, Head of Marketing & PR, Scope Cinemas.
“Sri Lanka has tremendous untapped potential as a box office market.
It’s encouraging to see events like these now being held in Colombo—once reserved only for major global cities.
This is a proud moment for all of us in the industry,” said Daniela Nobile, Representative of Warner Bros.
About the Film
F1 The Movie is directed by Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick) and stars Brad Pitt as Sonny Hayes, a former Formula 1 prodigy who makes a stunning return to the racetrack after decades away.
Recruited by his ex-teammate Ruben Cervantes (Javier Bardem), Sonny must guide his team and its rookie sensation Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris) in a final bid for greatness.
With real Grand Prix race footage, pulse-pounding drama, and a star-studded cast including Kerry Condon and Tobias Menzies, F1 The Movie is set to be a global box office phenomenon.
The film is produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, Lewis Hamilton, and Brad Pitt among others, and distributed internationally by Warner Bros.
Pictures. Sri Lankan audiences will experience the film in IMAX at Scope Cinemas from June 27, 2025.
About Scope Cinemas
Scope Cinemas is Sri Lanka’s leading cinema brand, known for delivering world-class theatrical experiences through state-of-the-art screening technology and curated content.
With the country’s only IMAX screen and a legacy of premiering global hits with style, Scope Cinemas continues to redefine how Sri Lankans watch movies—turning every visit into an event.
About Liberty Lands
Liberty Lands & Developments Pvt. Ltd. (LLD), established in 1995, is the parent company and principal investment arm of the Liberty Group, with interests spanning property development, financial investments, tourism, and F\&B.
LLD is the proud owner of the iconic Liberty Cinema property and, in 2017, appointed its subsidiary, Scope Cinemas Pvt. Ltd., to manage and operate the cinema.
LLD has also invested directly in Scope Cinemas to support the expansion of its cinema exhibition segment.
Today, Scope Cinemas has grown to an impressive 15 screens—14 in Colombo and 1 outstation—featuring the first IMAX screen in Sri Lanka, Dolby Atmos sound, and other state-of-the-art technologies that have redefined the movie-going experience in the country.
As a long-term stakeholder in the industry, LLD is proud of Scope Cinemas' achievements and expresses its continued commitment to further investment and development in Sri Lanka’s film industry in partnership with Scope.