Mumbai's newest and one of the biggest malls—Jio World Drive, is a world of its own and makes for a great place to spend time, on a weekend. It has some of the most famous brands, as well as some lesser-known international brands for shopping. There are fine-dining options that serve cuisines from all over the world. However, the party doesn't stop at just that. There are quite a few other fun things you can do to make your visit worth it. Right from catching a movie at the drive-in theatre to revisiting your childhood at Hamley's play area, there's so much for you to do. Bookmark these 6 activities now!
Jio World Drive: 6 Activities You Can Indulge In, Other Than Shopping & Eating
Watch A Movie At A Drive-In Theatre
Mumbai's very 1st drive-in theatre is located inside the Jio World Drive mall. With a capacity to hold 290 cars, this one by PVR promises a state-of-the-art movie experience. The theatre has one of the largest screens in India, with a 25m*12m screen, that boasts of a 4k projection. There's a radio channel specially tuned to your car's audio system, and a hi-tech outdoor sound system to ensure uninterrupted entertainment.
Shell Out: INR 1,500-INR 1,700 per movie ticket
Get A Stylist Makeover
Jio World Drive has a couple of pampering services that make you feel like royalty. One of their signature services, the Styling Makeover, is a truly bespoke experience. They have a whole panel of young chic stylists at your service, to deck you up with trending styles, right inside the mall. All you've got to do is book this service 24 hours in advance with the Concierge.
Shell Out: It's for free!
LBB Tip: This mall even has a butler service!
Be A Kid With Your Kid At Hamley's Play Area
If you're heading to Jio World Drive with your kid, then you've got to visit this oasis of childhood, presented by Hamley's. This mall, unlike the others in the city, has a separately dedicated play area, with all the goodness of Hamley's toys and accessories to keep your little one busy (and happy). A child’s wonderland, this area has unique attractions like water play, music wall & many more things that you definitely cannot miss!
Shell Out: The entry is free!
Located On: 2nd floor
Browse Through Gourmet Products At Freshpik
Reliance Retail has a new experiential gourmet food superstore that goes by the name of Freshpik. And its first branch is inside the Jio World Drive. With its launch, Reliance is foraying into the ultra-premium grocery segment in India, and Freshpik offers a melange of the finest food products and beverages sourced from select local and international destinations, presented through immersive shopping concepts that make shopping fun, satisfying, and pleasurable. There's also a wine store that has stocked up on globally renowned wines, and also has an inbuilt tasting room where customers can try wines and beers of their choice, and even engage in appreciation and educational sessions. Also, there's a Cadbury Purple room too. How cool is that?
Located On: Ground floor
Pamper Your Mane At JCB
Jean Claude Biguine is a global luxury salon chain, that offers premium hair, beauty and nail services underlined with French expertise. Loved by a lot of celebrities (our favorite Karishma Kapoor being one of them), JCB salon stands out for its niche and quality service. Jio World Drive has s swanky JCB salon, so if you live close by, or want to pamper your mane and skin after carrying those heavy shopping bags, just head here!
Located On: 1st floor
Shell Out: INR 1,200 onward, for a haircut (with wash and blow-dry)
LBB Tip: Though the haircuts are slightly expensive, we recommend going here for the stylists.
Admire The Art At Jio World Drive
The mall has the soul and eccentricity of Mumbai captured in life-size sculptures. There's a Natural Chaos Stilthouse, created by a world-renowned Belgian artist—Arne Quinze. This piece of art is inspired by Mumbai's vibrance and is intended to spark conversations about urban-scapes, sustainability, and the encroachment of humans on the environment. Stilthouse is a 19-meter long rainbow-hued installation, that took 15 years of observation and research. Admire this artwork, or click beautiful images of or with it, but you cannot ignore this beauty!
Located At: The entrance of the mall
Catch A Movie at Maison PVR
With 6 very fancy multiplex theatres, Maison PVR at Jio World Drive is about as bougie as a movie theatre can get. By default, expect the nicest possible food, super plush seats, and sound quality that'll blow your mind. Treat this as an indulgence every now and then, especially when a movie you've waited a long time to see comes out!
