Forget vampires, witches and the usual Halloween suspects. As October draws to a close, the city’s house parties are getting a distinctly Kollywood makeover (why be Miranda Priestly when you can be Neelambari?). Meanwhile, others are gearing up for horror movie marathons, VR horror rides, themed dining experiences and even a storytelling session.
Ministry of Chutneys at Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai has been celebrating the event from October 25 onwards. At The Park, Nungambakkam, Six ’O’ One (601) is hosting a Halloween-themed dinner buffet, while Pasha will feature special cocktails, themed décor and a DJ party.
“Halloween offers a playful way to bring families and friends together,” says Vikram Cotah, its CEO, adding that younger audiences are increasingly open to themed dining and entertainment. “The celebrations offer guests an opportunity to enjoy different Halloween experiences, from a themed dining experience to an evening of music and entertainment, all at one destination,” says a hotel representative. From Halloween-themed buffets and DJ nights to virtual reality horror rides and ghost stories, the city has a spooky line-up this week. Financial advisor Ojaswita Saha adds, “The best part was how relaxed everything felt. You could be terrible at painting and still have the best time. The puppies made the whole experience so much sweeter, and honestly, it was the kind of Halloween plan I would happily sign up for again.”
