Aamir Khan's latest film, 'Sitaare Zameen Par,' is making waves at the box office, exceeding expectations and drawing in large family audiences. The film, considered a spiritual successor to his 2007 hit 'Taare Zameen Par,' stars Khan alongside Genelia Deshmukh and introduces a talented ensemble of debutant actors. The movie officially released in cinemas on June 20th and features Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran Mangeshkar.
Over the weekend, 'Sitaare Zameen Par' has demonstrated remarkable growth, with collections nearly doubling from Friday to Saturday. Early estimates suggest a significant jump on Sunday, potentially reaching ₹28.50 crore to ₹30.50 crore, pushing the film's total domestic collection to approximately ₹60 crore within its first three days. Some reports even suggest the possibility of hitting ₹31 crore on Sunday, depending on late-night show performance. If these trends continue, the film is projected to surpass ₹75 crore by the end of its first week.
The film's success is attributed to positive word-of-mouth, its emotional and family-friendly storyline, and Aamir Khan's enduring appeal. After a somewhat underwhelming response to 'Laal Singh Chaddha,' this film marks a significant comeback for Khan, re-establishing his connection with audiences. The movie has shown impressive occupancy rates, particularly during afternoon and evening shows, indicating growing audience turnout. The film is directed by R. S. Prasanna, known for 'Shubh Mangal Saavdhan'.
Adding to the excitement, Aamir Khan and the debutant cast of 'Sitaare Zameen Par' surprised fans with visits to cinemas. Videos shared by the film's makers captured the electric atmosphere as fans interacted with the stars, expressing their appreciation for the film. Aamir Khan, in turn, praised the young cast for their dedication and hard work.
Prior to the film's release, Shah Rukh Khan also made a heartwarming surprise visit to the sets of 'Sitaare Zameen Par'. Aamir Khan had been inviting Shah Rukh to meet the cast, especially the debutant actors, for weeks. The visit brought smiles and excitement to the set, with Shah Rukh interacting with the cast and crew.
'Sitaare Zameen Par' has not only performed well domestically but has also garnered positive attention overseas, collecting approximately $2 million in its first two days. The film's global box office collection has already crossed ₹50 crore in just two days, signaling a strong resonance with viewers worldwide. Aamir Khan has also opted not to sell the OTT rights of the film, keeping it exclusive to theaters to reignite the joy of collective cinema-watching.
