Popcorns Ready? Aamir’s Latest Scores Big Even Before Curtain Rises

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Aamir Khan’s muchanticipated return to the big screen with Sitaare Zameen Par is already generating buzz ahead of its June 20 release. The film, a spiritual successor to Taare Zameen Par, has sold over 38,700 tickets across 6,128 shows, raking in nearly ₹1 crore in advance bookings. With blocked seats included, the film is projected to open at ₹3.61 crore, according to industry tracker Sacnilk.

Key Highlights:

Delhi NCR leads advance sales with ₹24.09 lakh, followed by Maharashtra (₹15.73 lakh) and Telangana (₹12.47 lakh).
The film will release in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, with the Hindi version accounting for over 90% of bookings.
Aamir Khan rejected a ₹120 crore OTT deal, opting for a theatricalfirst strategy to revive cinemagoing culture.
The CBFC has cleared the film after minor edits, including changes to dialogue and disclaimers.
The film stars Genelia Deshmukh alongside Aamir and introduces 10 neurodivergent debutants, adding emotional depth and fresh talent to the narrative.
Theatrical guidelines include no shows before 9 AM, capped pricing, and exclusive singlescreen play to maximize reach and occupancy.

Directed by R.S. Prasanna, Sitaare Zameen Par blends heart, humor, and hope in a story about a basketball coach transformed by a team of neurodivergent children. With early traction and a modest budget, the film’s fate now hinges on audience wordofmouth and weekend momentum.

Sources: LiveMint, News18, MSN India