Pre-reading questions:
- Have you tried watching a Bollywood movie?
- Have you gone to a theme park? How was it?
- You are going to a theme park, who will you go with? Why?
The world’s first Bollywood Theme Park has just opened last November 17. Tourists going to Dubai can enjoy a culturally-rich fanfare inspired by popular Hindi movies. DXB Entertainments PJSC is the proprietor of Dubai Parks and Resorts. Its CEO Raed Kajoor Al Nuaimi stated his pride for its latest venture, which took three years of hard work and perseverance.
The 25 million square foot Dubai Parks and Resorts was regarded as “the largest integrated theme park”. Entertainers can be seen dancing to Bollywood music as guests enter the park. Guests have a choice of thirty live performances inspired from popular Hindi movies such as the epic historical drama, “Mughal-E-Azam”, action movie “Dabangg”, or the rock musical “Rock On!!”. The park also boasts its 16 cinematic rides and 6 themed restaurants. Tickets for the said theme park costs 285 AED for adults, and 245 AED for both children and senior citizens.
Vocabulary:
fanfare – [noun] a gaudy, outward display
proprietor – [noun] the legal owner of a business
venture – [verb] an investment that usually involves great risk
perseverance – [noun] determination
boast – [noun] expression of excessive pride
Comprehension Questions:
- Who is the CEO of Dubai Parks and Resorts?
- How many years did it take to complete Dubai Parks and Resorts?
- What kind of music can be heard upon entering the park?
- Are the titles of some popular Hindi movies mentioned in the article?
- How much will you spend on the tickets if your companions are: 2 senior citizens, 3 adults (including you), and 4 children?
Express Your Opinion:
- Why do you think DXB Entertainments PJSC created a Bollywood-themed park?
- What is the name of your favorite park? Why is it your favorite park?
- Would you like to take your family/friends to this park? Why?