Delhi Woman's Reddit Post on Disruptive Moviegoers Sparks Civic Sense Debate
A Delhi woman's Reddit post detailing her frustrating experience with a loud, disruptive group at a new Cinepolis cinema has gone viral and sparked a debate about civic sense in public spaces. The group, described as young professionals, talked loudly throughout the film, dismissed her concerns, and showed a lack of respect for fellow moviegoers. The incident highlights broader issues of public etiquette and sparked online discussions about similar experiences elsewhere.
A Delhi resident shared a detailed account on Reddit about her unpleasant movie experience at the newly opened Cinepolis in V3S Mall, where a night out with her husband was disrupted by a group of four to five young women, likely working professionals in their 20s. The group chatted loudly, reacted audibly to scenes, and acted as if they were in a private space, ignoring the impact on others. The woman initially ignored the disturbance but confronted them politely after the interval. The group responded dismissively, arguing that the cinema was not a public place and that they were there to enjoy themselves, even telling her to leave if she had a problem. When she pointed out that she too had paid for her seat and deserved a peaceful experience, the group became louder and more defiant. The woman emphasized that the problem was not just noise, but a deeper lack of respect and awareness of shared public space etiquette. She reflected that such behavior contributes to negative stereotypes and argued that India needs lessons in civic sense as much as it needs advanced cinema technology. Her post resonated with many Reddit users, who shared similar experiences and offered advice on handling such situations, including reporting incidents to authorities.
