The venue environment is an important consideration when planning a gathering with family members, friends or colleagues. Sorna Mahal has an air-conditioned main hall that can be considered for different types of celebrations. When visiting the venue, you can discuss: The seating arrangement for your expected guests. The space required for your event programme. The decoration and stage requirements for your occasion. The timing and duration of your function. Any additional arrangements that need to be confirmed in advance. Sharing these details before booking can help you understand how the available hall space may work for your celebration.

Food and dining are often important parts of family celebrations and social gatherings. Planning the meal schedule in advance can help you coordinate the event more comfortably. Sorna Mahal has a dining hall that accommodates approximately 110–120 guests per batch. The number of dining batches required will depend on your guest count and the way your function is organised. Before booking, consider discussing: The approximate number of guests who will have meals. Your preferred meal timing. The likely number of dining batches. The coordination between the event programme and dining. Any specific catering or kitchen-related requirements. Confirm the available arrangements and any applicable terms directly with the venue team.

For celebrations involving relatives or guests travelling from other areas, room facilities may be useful for resting or getting ready. Sorna Mahal has 12 paid air-conditioned rooms on the second floor. If you are considering these rooms for your event, enquire about their availability and charges for your chosen date. It is also helpful to discuss your expected room requirements in advance. Please confirm the applicable room timings, occupancy arrangements and booking terms directly with the venue.

Depending on the type of celebration, families may need to coordinate food preparation, serving and other practical arrangements. Sorna Mahal has kitchen facilities and backup arrangements. The suitability of these facilities will depend on your event requirements and the arrangements agreed with the venue. When enquiring, explain whether you have specific catering or operational needs. Confirm which facilities are available for your function and whether any additional arrangements are required. Avoid assuming that a particular caterer, decoration service or other vendor is included unless the venue confirms it.

A suitable layout helps bring together the different parts of your event. The arrangements for a seated family gathering may differ from those for a celebration with a programme, stage activities or a larger number of guests.

Located on Medavakkam Main Road, Keelkattalai. Easily accessible from Velachery, Madipakkam, Tambaram, and surrounding South Chennai areas.

Guest seating Think about how many guests will be seated and whether you need a particular seating arrangement. Stage and programme Discuss whether your function includes speeches, a cake-cutting ceremony, presentations or other planned activities. Dining and guest movement Consider how guests will move between the gathering area and dining facilities during the event. The final layout should be discussed with the venue team and confirmed according to the facilities available for your event.