Sabay Cinema takes over Cambodia cinemas after Major Cineplex exit

2026-03-06 - 09:23

PHNOM PENH — Cambodia’s entertainment industry entered a new phase on 5 March as Sabay Digital Group officially launched Sabay Cinema, taking over cinema operations previously run by Major Cineplex Group. The move follows Major Cineplex’s decision to sell its entire stake in Major Platinum Cineplex (Cambodia) Co., Ltd., marking the Thai company’s exit from Cambodia after more than a decade in the market. Sabay Digital Group acquired the full shareholding and has taken control of the cinema and bowling businesses, bringing the operations under Cambodian ownership. As part of the rebranding, the Blue-O Bowling brand has been relaunched as Sabay Rhythm & Bowl, reflecting the company’s plan to develop a broader entertainment ecosystem beyond movie screenings. Operations across all six cinema locations will continue without interruption, with Sabay promising a refreshed brand identity, improved service standards and new investments in Cambodia’s cinema sector. The company will assume responsibility for all employees, cinema and bowling facilities, equipment and technology. Sabay also plans to manage and invest in its own systems, including newly installed IMAX Laser and ScreenX technologies, along with new ticketing and online booking platforms. Major Cineplex first entered Cambodia in 2014, investing in cinema and bowling businesses in the country.