It was established in the early 1960s and today has all the amenities of a rich cosmopolitan culture along with large residential and commercial areas and many religious places.

59 people died and 103 were seriously injured in the subsequent stampede; most of the victims were trapped on the balcony and were asphyxiated as they tried to reach dimly marked exits to escape the smoke and fire, and found the doors locked.

The cinema hall was situated in one of the busiest areas of South Delhi and the fire services were delayed owing to the heavy evening traffic.

Later the dead and the injured were rushed to the nearby All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and Safdarjung Hospital, where scenes of chaos and pandemonium followed, as relatives and family members of the victims scurried around to look for known faces.

[1] Green Park market includes various high end salon, spas and restaurants of various cuisines, ranging from pizzas, kebabs to South Indian delights.

Green park is also situated near by Hauz khas village, shahpur jat and defence colony which are famous for their nightlife.