Diwali 2024: How to transform your living room into a home theatre for movie nights

This Diwali, don’t limit your celebrations during the festival of lights to lights, crackers, and outdoor entertainment. You can spice up your family gatherings and celebrations with quality entertainment at home. All you need to do is follow these steps to transform your living room into a home theatre for Diwali movie nights. Ready to add some cinematic atmosphere? Here’s what you need to know.

Best home theatre systems: How to choose the right components

A home theatre system is a combination of the right screen, great sound, perfect ambience, comfortable seating, and an excellent media source. While it is easy to put them in this way, the process of finding each of these elements can be a challenge. Here’s how to set up the best home theatre to transform your living room into a home theatre.

1. The right TV or projector

The screen – TV or projector – is the central piece of any home theatre system and choosing the right one gets half the job done while setting it up. To get the best visuals, you need to invest in a 4K Ultra HD TV, and those from brands like Sony, LG, and Samsung deliver excellent picture quality, vibrant colours, and deep contrast. You can also opt for projectors from brands like Samsung, Portronics, ViewSonic, BenQ, and others to turn your entire wall into a giant screen.

2. The right sound system

Once you have got the screen part covered, it is time to choose the second critical element of a home theatre system – sound. You can choose between a soundbar or a multi-speaker system to get an immersive audio experience. A soundbar with Dolby Atmos or DTS will deliver immersive sound with excellent clarity. Brands like Sony, Croma, Bose, and others offer powerful sound systems to fill your living room. Do understand the nuances of every speaker before you opt for a 5.1 or 7.1 system.

3. Media

The best screen and sound system won’t make an impact if the media source is lacklustre. With streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar, Mubi, and others, you no longer have to worry about getting 4K or high-quality content. You can also opt for reliable media streaming devices like an Amazon Fire TV Stick, Apple TV, or Google Chromecast.

4. Comfortable seating

For the best movie night experience, choose a recliner or a plush sofa to accommodate your entire family and also provide flexibility for seating. While adding extra cushions will create a cosy environment, do consider the needs of kids, and if space and budget permit, choose theatre-style seating with cup holders for great viewing and snacking experience.

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In addition to the above factors, you must also choose dim ambient lighting that won’t reflect on your screen. Choosing smart lighting solutions will allow you to adjust the lighting in your living room and even change the colour of the lights to match the mood, while blackout curtains will block external lights if you are watching movies during the day. Another thing you must not forget is to stock up on snacks and since it’s Diwali, how about choosing Diwali-themed snacks?

Best home theatres to bring home for Diwali 2024

Now that you know the easy steps to transform your living room into a home theatre for Diwali movie nights, here are the best deals on home theatre speakers during this festive season.

1. Sony HT-S20R 400W Bluetooth Home Theatre with Remote

2. Croma 65W Bluetooth Home Theatre

3. JBL Cinema SB510

1. Sony HT-S20R 400W Bluetooth Home Theatre with Remote

During this festive season sale, Sony’s excellent HT-S20R 400W Bluetooth Home Theatre with Remote is available for Rs 14,990. With a power output of 400W and a 5.1 channel configuration with connectivity options including Bluetooth 5.0, USB, HDMI (ARC) and optical, this home theatre will bring Dolby Audio to your living room in an affordable way.

2. Croma 65W Bluetooth Home Theatre

If you are looking for a budget yet reliable home theatre system then Croma 65W Bluetooth Home Theatre should be on top of your list. Available for Rs 5,499, it comes with a power output of 65W, a 4.1 channel configuration, and its sleek design with an LED display will add to the elegance of your Diwali movie nights. This home theatre system has ambient light and supports Bluetooth 5.0, AUX, USB and FM. With EQ modes and a remote control, you can control your experience while enjoying the surround sound.

3. JBL Cinema SB510

If you want to bring great sound to your living room without taking up too much space then JBL Cinema SB510, available for Rs 12,999, is a great option. It is a 3.1-channel audio system with a power output of 200W and support for Bluetooth 5.3 and USB. With a built-in subwoofer and wireless music streaming, the utility of this one will extend beyond your Diwali movie nights.

Whether you are looking for a speaker system from Sony, LG, JBL, Croma, Bose, or others, there are a lot of great deals to explore during this festive season sale. Before you choose your speaker system, it is important to learn about surround systems and decide on a system that will work the best for your home as well as the movie nights you plan to organise for your family gatherings.