The demolition of Kapali theater has started today. The theater was the largest in Bengaluru and was started in 1960s. The theater last screened Huliraya which released last week. Screening of the film stopped from today. Dozens of workers are engaged in the demolition work.

It is not clear if a new theater will be built or a commercial complex will come in its place. Kapali was a very important theater for Sandalwood and has seen the release of hundreds of Kannada films over the years.