India, March 14 -- A massive fire broke out at the Kingdom of Dreams (KoD) in Gurugram Sector 29, one of the city's most iconic entertainment venues, early Thursday morning, reducing large portions of the cultural hub to ashes before firefighters could arrive. No casualties were reported as the premises was sealed three years ago by the Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP) over unpaid dues amounting to Rs.107 crore.

The fire department received an emergency call at 6.50am after a security guard stationed at KoD noticed smoke billowing from the complex. By the time fire tenders reached the scene, the fire had consumed the structure's Culture Gully - one of its most famous attractions.

5-hour-long battle

More than 10 fire tenders wer...