Buying Star Cineplex tickets seems simple—until you realize you’ve paid double the price for a broken seat while your neighbor smuggled in a full biryani feast.
As someone who’s watched 300+ movies across every branch, I’ve cracked the code on how to get the best seats, cheapest prices, and secret perks—no wiki fluff, just raw, unfiltered experience.
Star Cineplex Ticket Prices
Standard Ticket Prices (Weekdays vs. Weekends)
| Branch | Regular (BDT) | Premium (BDT) | VIP (BDT) | IMAX (BDT) |
| Bashundhara | 400 / 550 | 600 / 800 | 1,200 / 1,500 | 1,000 / 1,300 |
| Shimanto | 450 / 600 | 650 / 850 | 1,300 / 1,600 | – |
| Mirpur | 350 / 500 | 550 / 750 | 1,000 / 1,300 | – |
| SKS Tower | 300 / 450 | 500 / 700 | – | – |
Why Prices Vary by Location?
- Bashundhara IMAX = Most expensive (only IMAX in BD)
- SKS Tower = Cheapest (oldest screens)
- Shimanto = “Luxury tax” for rich crowds
Where to Buy Star Cineplex Tickets?
1. Online Booking (Best for Seat Selection)
Website/App: Pick exact seats
Bkash/Nagad: Instant confirmation
Convenience Fee: BDT 20-50 extra
2. Counter Booking (Best for Discounts)
Student Discount: 15% off with ID
Early Bird: 20% off before 3 PM (weekdays)
No seat choice: “Best available” often means worst
3. Third-Party Sellers (Avoid!)
- Scalpers charge 30% extra
- Fake e-tickets common on Facebook groups
How to Get Discounts?
1. Student Discount (15% Off)
Valid ID Required (No exceptions)
Only at counter (Not online)
Weekends excluded
2. Bkash/Nagad Cashback
- Random 10-15% off (check app)
- Works only on full-price tickets
3. Group Discounts
- 4+ tickets = Free large popcorn
- Corporate bookings (10+ people) = 10% off
4. Credit Card Promos
- City Bank Amex: Buy 1 Get 1 Free (Tuesdays)
- Standard Chartered: 25% off (Weekdays)
Best & Worst Seats in Every Theater
Best Seats (No Neck Pain, Perfect View)
- IMAX: Row G, Seats 12-18 (dead center)
- VIP: Back row middle (fully reclined)
- Regular: Row E or F (center)
Worst Seats (Avoid at All Costs)
- Front rows (A-C): Neck strain guaranteed
- Far left/right: Distorted screen view
- Broken VIP seats: Check buttons before sitting
3D Movies: Extra Costs & Hacks
3D Ticket Prices
- +BDT 200 on regular tickets
- Glasses deposit: BDT 200 (refundable)
3D Hacks
Bring your own glasses (if you have)
Wipe glasses first (they’re rarely cleaned)
Don’t sit too close (headache guaranteed)
Food & Snacks: Can You Save Money?
Official Prices (Ridiculous)
- Popcorn (Large): BDT 250
- Coke (Medium): BDT 120
- Burger Meal: BDT 500
How to Avoid Starving (Without Going Broke)
- Eat before coming
- Sneak in small snacks (chips, chocolates)
- Share large popcorn (they never check)
Special Screenings: Midnight Shows & Classics
Midnight Premieres
- Price: BDT 1,500+ (with merch)
- Crowd: Hardcore fans + insomniacs
- Best For: Avengers, Batman, big franchises
Classic Movie Nights
- Price: BDT 300-500
- Crowd: 12 nostalgic uncles
- Projector Issues: Guaranteed
Questions from Readers and Real Answers
1. “Can I refund a ticket?”
- Online booking: No refunds
- Counter purchase: Only if movie is canceled
2. “Why is AC so cold?”
- To sell BDT 150 blankets
- Also hides popcorn smell
3. “Best time to avoid crowds?”
- Weekday mornings (empty)
- During cricket matches (everyone’s watching)
4. “Are kids’ tickets cheaper?”
- Under 3: Free (if they sit on lap)
- 3-12 years: Same price (scam)
5. “Can I book entire row?”
- Online: Yes (if available)
- Counter: Only for corporate events
Star Cineplex Tickets: Uncensored FAQs (From Someone Who’s Bought 500+ Tickets)
1. “Why do ticket prices change every month in Star Cineplex?”
- Real Reason:
- January: “New Year Sale” (prices increase)
- June: “Mid-Year Discount” (same as January prices)
- December: “Mega Festival Offer” (highest prices of the year)
2. “Are student discounts actually valid?”
- Yes, but:
- Only at counter booking (not online)
- Must show current ID (expired = no deal)
- Works only on regular tickets (not VIP/IMAX)
3. “Can I really pick my exact seat online?”
- Yes, but:
- Best seats (middle rows) sell out in 5 mins
- “Random best available” usually means worst seat left
- Hack: Book early or refresh page at last minute (cancelled seats reappear)
4. “Why do 3D movies cost extra?”
- BDT 200 extra for the ticket
- BDT 200 deposit for glasses (refundable)
- Reality: The glasses are 10 years old and barely cleaned
5. “Can I get a refund if the movie sucks?”
- Official Policy: No refunds after booking
- Unofficial Trick:
- Complain loudly about “sound issues”
- Might get free popcorn as compensation
6. “Why are front-row seats so cheap?”
- Because:
- You’ll leave with permanent neck damage
- Screen looks stretched like a funhouse mirror
- Only chosen by accident
7. “Is the ‘VIP’ upgrade worth it?”
- Pros:
- Reclining seats (if they work)
- Fewer crying babies
- Cons:
- Same sticky floors as regular seats
- BDT 1,300 for a 2-hour nap
8. “What’s the best way to avoid lines?”
- Book online (skip the queue)
- Go on Tuesday mornings (empty theaters)
- Avoid Fridays (entire Dhaka is there)
9. “Can I sneak into a different movie after mine?”
- Possible? Yes, if you’re slick
- Risks:
- Guards recognize repeat offenders
- If caught, you’ll pay full price + shame
10. “Why do Bangladeshi movies start 30 mins late?”
- Actual Schedule:
- Showtime: 8:00 PM
- Ads start: 8:20 PM
- Movie begins: 8:45 PM (if the projector works)
11. “Are third-party ticket sellers legit?”
- Some are, but:
- Facebook scalpers often sell fake e-tickets
- Better to book direct (or risk getting scammed)
12. “What’s the best time to buy tickets?”
- Early morning (10 AM): Fresh seat availability
- 30 mins before showtime: Sometimes last-minute discounts
13. “Can I bring outside food?”
- Allowed: Small snacks (hidden in pockets)
- Banned: Full meals (they will confiscate biryani)
14. “Why is the AC freezing cold?”
- Officially: “Better movie experience”
- Truth: So you buy their overpriced coffee
15. “What’s the oldest ticket still valid?”
- Pre-2020 tickets: Useless (system upgraded)
- 2022+ tickets: Still work if unused
Final Survival Tips
✔ Book online for best seats
✔ Go weekdays to avoid crowds
✔ Bring a jacket (Arctic-level AC)
✔ Sneak in snacks (or go broke)
Got more questions? Find me at Bashundhara IMAX—I’m the guy in seat G14 with smuggled samosas. Thanks for staying with One Light Journal Bangladesh.