New Delhi | President Murmu Screens ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’: President Droupadi Murmu attended a special screening of Sitaare Zameen Par at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre in New Delhi. The film, which features actors with neurodivergent conditions, promotes the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Producer and lead actor Aamir Khan joined the President along with co-star Genelia D’Souza, partner Gauri Spratt, and the debut actors for the event, engaging in heartfelt interactions and celebrating the film’s message.
The President’s office shared on social media that the film weaves in a powerful message about accepting and embracing different abilities. The screening also included a presentation of a commemorative memento to President Murmu by the film’s team.
This invitation from Rashtrapati Bhavan underscores the cultural and social impact of the film, which has received praise not just for its emotional narrative but also for spotlighting real-life performers with neurodivergence.
President Murmu Screens ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’
President Droupadi Murmu watched the film ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre. The film, featuring real people with neurodivergent conditions, weaves in the message of diversity, equity and inclusion. Shri Aamir Khan, the producer and lead actor of the… pic.twitter.com/r9PLYFHpGq
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Aamir Khan’s much-anticipated return to the big screen in “Sitaare Zameen Par” has proven successful, with the film collecting ₹89.15 crore net in its first week across India. The emotional drama, which released on June 21, 2025, opened to ₹50 crore over its opening weekend, demonstrating strong audience anticipation for Khan’s first major project in two years.
Sitaare Zameen Par collection: Weekday Performance Shows Steady Hold
Following its robust weekend, the film experienced the typical weekday decline but maintained respectable numbers. On Monday, collections stood at ₹8.5 crore, followed by ₹7.8 crore on Tuesday. The midweek period saw slight dips with ₹7.25 crore on Wednesday and ₹6.75 crore on Thursday. Despite these expected drops, the cumulative total reached an impressive ₹89.15 crore by the end of its first week.
Surpassing Records and Setting Milestones
The film has already surpassed several benchmarks in its short theatrical run. Most notably, it overtook Sunny Deol’s “Jaat” (₹88.26 crore lifetime collection) within just seven days. Industry analysts predict the film will cross the ₹100 crore mark soon, given its current trajectory. The Hindi version maintains a healthy 14.26% occupancy rate, with evening shows performing particularly well.
Movie Success and Industry Implications
The success of “Sitaare Zameen Par” reinforces several important trends in Bollywood:
Content-driven films can succeed alongside big-budget spectacles
Theatrical exclusivity remains viable for certain projects
Stories with social messages can find commercial success
Aamir Khan’s star power continues to draw audiences
Theatrical-Only Strategy Proves Effective
Aamir Khan’s bold decision to forgo OTT release for at least one year appears to be paying dividends. Reports indicate the actor turned down a substantial streaming deal to preserve the cinematic experience. This commitment to theaters has been rewarded with strong footfall, particularly in multiplexes where the film’s emotional narrative resonates with family audiences.
What’s Working for the Film:
Emotional Connect: The heartwarming story about a basketball coach training neurodivergent athletes strikes a chord
Strong Performances: Aamir Khan and Genelia D’Souza deliver compelling performances
Nostalgia Factor: Spiritual successor to “Taare Zameen Par” attracts fans of the original
Word-of-Mouth: Positive audience reactions drive sustained interest
Now Looking Ahead to Week 2
With no major releases scheduled for the coming week, “Sitaare Zameen Par” has a clear path to continue its box office run. The film’s performance in its second weekend will be crucial in determining its ultimate commercial success. Early indications suggest it could emerge as one of Aamir Khan’s most successful films in recent years.
Critics have praised the film for its sensitive handling of its subject matter and strong ensemble cast. The young actors portraying neurodivergent characters have received particular acclaim for their authentic performances. Audience reactions highlight the film’s emotional impact, with many viewers calling it “inspirational” and “heartwarming.
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