Should national anthem be played in cinema halls?

I think it should not be played in cinema hall because if it is being played so we should be optimistic towards because it's ours.

As per as my opinion, the national anthem is necessary for all Indian because of it can give a proud feeling.

According to me, we are many times stand in queues like a bus, train, traffic, doctor, bank, Railways, and etc then why people are not given the time for the national anthem.

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About National Anthem:-

Promotes Patriotism:
Playing the national anthem reminds citizens of their national identity and instils a sense of pride and respect for the country.

Unity in Diversity:
India is a diverse country, and the national anthem serves as a unifying force, bringing people together regardless of differences.

Respect for the Nation:
Standing for the anthem symbolizes respect for the country and its values.

Civic Awareness:
Regular exposure to the national anthem might encourage a sense of civic responsibility among citizens.

I would like to add my intention. How many people have respect and honour for the anthem in school level than college and society level?

This is the ridiculous that anthem plays in the cinema hall. Some of the custom we follow rudely. Some us behave rudely in the cinema hall and make a nonsense comment during anthem also.

I agree to people saying the national anthem should be played before the movie starts in the cinema hall and would like to add some more points, cricket is too a form of entertainment but still, we chant there. Also after our school ends we don't sing the national anthem on any basis. Hence, to keep that spark of "patriotism" we need this. How often do we visit to watch movies? on an average 12 times a year max and it isn't too much to give 10 minutes in a year to your nation I believe. After all, movies published, and produced in our country are a form of growth of the economy which must be aligned with its essence and an NRI watches movies in INDIA it's a pride and elation to make them amicable to our culture. I think it's a sign of respect & not disrespect.

A cinema hall is primarily a place for entertainment, not a civic or ceremonial venue. Forcing people to stand for the anthem in such a context can feel artificial or even coercive. Patriotism is meaningful when it’s voluntary, not when it’s performed under social pressure. Also, disrespect can happen unintentionally — people may talk, eat popcorn, or arrive late, which can trivialize the anthem.

A better idea might be to keep the national anthem for more appropriate contexts: national events, schools, government ceremonies, sports matches, places where the mood naturally aligns with collective respect. In a cinema, people should be free to watch a film without being tested for patriotism.