Entertainment in Mizoram
Northeast is general is not short of entertainment options. Though one might not find a huge number of clubs or pubs, but the entire atmosphere is cool and relaxing which enables the people to enjoy their life without much pressure.
Dance & Music in Mizoram
Dance and music forms are one of the most important aspects of Mizoram culture
and entertainment. There are different dance and music forms prevalent
in Mizoram. The dances forms include Cheraw, Khuallam, Saelamkai,
Chailam, Zangtalam and Tlanglam among others. These dance forms are
performed on different festive occasions celebrated by the people of
Mizoram. These dances are performed both by men and womenfolk alike.
These traditional dances are accompanied by tunes of different
traditional musical instruments made of bamboo and other materials.
Rock Bands of Mizoram
Magdalene: Magdalene is a Christian Rock band, one of the important north-east bands of Mizoram. The Band which was formed in 2005 derived their name ‘Magdalene’ from the Bible. This power-packed band gained instant recognition after the release of the first album.
Apples
Based in Aizawl in
Mizoram, this rock and roll trio band was formed in 2007. The Apples band is led by Zodingliani with her retro-rock style and high-energy guitar strings. They have also covered the Mizo version of the 50s hit “Stupid Cupid”, which helped them increase their fan base and popularity.
The Chosen
When a bunch of of six talented girls get togther with a common passion for music and beats, then a band like Chosen can be formed. The band was formed in 2009 and their first single was "Broken Wings" followed by “Kan fak a che (We praise you)”. Most of their songs are recorded in their native language - Mizo.
Bluecorn Mizoram
Blue Corn is the most popular girl group of Mizoram consisting of Felicia Singson, Kim Kimi and Tlingi. In 2006, they released their music video “Lung Lawm A kim” from their debut album – Lunglawn Akim.They popularity hits not only in Mizoram but neighbouring states of Manipur and Nagaland as well.
Boomrang
One of the latest and upcoming bands of the NOrtheast is Boomrang formed in 2005.The band performed in the Hornbill Rock Contest and Great Indian Rock Fest. This band which is now hugely popular in the Northeast consists of four members has a blend of blues and hip-hop.
Band Members
Atea - Vocals
Boom Hangsing - Guitars / Keyboards
Joshua - Bass
RS - Drums
Cinema &Theater in Mizoram
Cinema is the major source of entertainment for the people. There are very few cinema halls in Mizoram like the AR Cinema Hall. Theater and dramas are also a source of entertainment for the people of Mizoram.
Movie Halls in Mizoram:
- Zodin - Zodin Square
- Pushpak - Zemabawk
- J.L.Cinema - Upper Khatla Road
- Rtp Cinema Hall
- AR Cinema
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Lifestyle and entertainment in Aizawl
Information and Broadcasting in Mizoram:
There are a number of regional newspapers in
Mizoram like the Vangalini, Highlander, Newslink and the Zozam times. There are also regular Mizo dailies like Mizo Arsi and Khawpui Aw from Mizoram. Mizonews.net is the only website in English which provides regular news on Mizoram.
In broadcast media, the Doordarshan and AIR are prominent leading communication services.
Shopping in Mizoram:
There are a number of flea markets and
shopping zones in and around the state which boasts of a sale of a variety of traditional items and traditional handicrafts. Bara bazaar in Aizawl, Bazar Bungkawn, Thakthing Bazaar, Burma Lane, New Market, Ritz Market, Solomon’s Cave, Millenium Centre, Lalbuaia Shopping Complex, TS Market are some of the markets in Mizoram.
Restaurants & Hotels in Mizoram:
Hotels and restaurants are also a source of great entertainment and a chance to unwind in a good meal. The hotels and restaurants in Mizoram offer traditional cuisines in addition to international cuisines like Chinese and Continental among others. Some of the major hotels in Mizoram are Hotel Ritz, Hotel Rajdoot, Berawtlang Tourist Recreation Center, Traveler’s Inn, Hotel Regency, Riak Maw Inn, and Hotel Chief among others.
Food comprises of a very important part of tourism. Tourists, whenever
they visit a place, two things interest them the most – food and
culture. Food plays a vital role in getting tourists for a place.
Mizoram is a place where people are food enthusiasts and they love to
cook and become the perfect hosts. Being a slowly developing country,
Mizoram may not have many restaurants to boast of but the ones they have
do serve the best of food.
Food comprises of a very important part of tourism. Tourists, whenever
they visit a place, two things interest them the most – food and
culture. Food plays a vital role in getting tourists for a place.
Mizoram is a place where people are food enthusiasts and they love to
cook and become the perfect hosts. Being a slowly developing country,
Mizoram may not have many restaurants to boast of but the ones they have
do serve the best of food.
David's KitchenZarkawt, Aizawl
Prices: Mains ?100-140
Opening hours
10am-8pm Mon-Sat, noon-9pm Sun
Aizawl MasalaZarkawt
Prices: Mains ?70-100
Opening hours: noon-8pm
Curry PotPrices:Rs50-120
Opening hours: 10am-9pm Mon-Sat