The premiere of Aamir Khan's highly anticipated film, Sitaare Zameen Par, wasn't just a celebration of cinema, but also a heartwarming reunion of old friends. Among the many Bollywood luminaries who graced the event was veteran actor and politician Shatrughan Sinha, who took the opportunity to reconnect with his "old friend," the evergreen Jeetendra.
The Sitaare Zameen Par screening, held on June 19th, ahead of its global release on June 20th, transformed into an unforgettable night. The premiere drew an extraordinary lineup of Indian cinema's biggest stars. The presence of Shatrughan Sinha and Jeetendra added a touch of nostalgia and camaraderie to the already star-studded affair.
Shatrughan Sinha himself shared photos from the premiere, praising Aamir Khan as an "actor par excellence." He lauded the film's powerful message and the performances of the cast, clearly moved by the movie's themes. The film, directed by R.S. Prasanna, is considered a spiritual successor to Aamir Khan's earlier film, Taare Zameen Par. Sitaare Zameen Par features Aamir Khan as a basketball coach who mentors a team of ten specially-abled children.
The special screening saw attendance from Bollywood veterans to the industry's current favorites. Rekha, Javed Akhtar, Shabana Azmi, Vicky Kaushal, Tiger Shroff, Tushar Kapoor, Kriti Kharbanda and Sunny Kaushal were among the attendees.
The movie introduces ten debutant actors with intellectual disabilities: Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishnan Varma, Vedant Sharmaa, Naman Misra, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Ashish Pendse, Samvit Desai, Simran Mangeshkar, and Aayush Bhansali. Supporting roles are played by Dolly Ahluwalia, Gurpal Singh, Brijendra Kala, and Ankita Sehgal.
Aamir Khan's decision to delay the OTT release, despite a lucrative offer from a streaming platform, underscored his belief in the importance of experiencing the film on the big screen. He felt that the story deserved to be seen and felt in a collective environment, highlighting the power of cinema as a shared experience.
Sitaare Zameen Par has garnered exceptional reviews for its touching narrative filled with love and happiness. The film has been described as an emotional rollercoaster and is expected to make a lasting impact both in India and internationally.
