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Stars, Songs, and Stadiums: Sitaare

Zameen Par Lights Up Bollywood

With a glittering premiere, a soul-stirring title track, and a theatre-only release,

Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par has set off a wave of anticipation and

celebration in Bollywood circles and beyond.

OUR BUREAU
Mumbai
he red carpet shimmered with star power, the
air buzzed with emotion, and Bollywood’s
Tbiggest names came together under one roof
to celebrate what may well be the year’s most heart-
felt film. Sitaare Zameen Par, the spiritual sequel to
Aamir Khan’s iconic Taare Zameen Par, premiered
in Mumbai this week amid thunderous applause,
industry admiration, and an unmistakable sense of
nostalgia.
The premiere, held just a day before the film’s
theatrical release, turned into a veritable constella-
tion of stars. In a moment that delighted fans and
photographers alike, Shah Rukh Khan and Salman
Khan shared the spotlight with Aamir Khan—re-
kindling the magic of Bollywood’s golden trio.
SRK, dressed in a black jacket, cargo jeans, cap,
and sunglasses, was seen warmly interacting with
the film’s debutant cast, offering hugs and words
of encouragement. Salman, ever the crowd-pleas-
er, shared a candid moment with Aamir, the duo
laughing and joking as they posed for pictures. Directed by Prasanna, Sitaare Zameen Par is a spiritual successor to the beloved Taare Zameen Par,
But the star presence didn’t end there. Legends
and newcomers alike flocked to the event: Rekha, but this time the focus is on inclusion through sport (File photo)
Vicky Kaushal, Javed Akhtar, Shabana Azmi, Jee-
tendra, Tusshar Kapoor, Kriti Kharbanda, Sunny Zameen Par is its exclusive theatrical release—a signed basketball coach leading a team of intellectu-
Kaushal, and Tiger Shroff, to name a few. The decision that has garnered praise across the enter- ally disabled youth through a national tournament.
collective turnout wasn’t just a show of support— tainment industry. In an era where streaming plat- Aamir’s character, flawed yet sincere, finds re-
it was an affirmation that Sitaare Zameen Par is forms dominate, Aamir Khan’s choice to back the demption and purpose through the players he once
more than a film; it’s a cinematic moment. big screen has been lauded as bold and visionary. underestimated. The narrative is packed with fun-
Adding to the buzz is the film’s title track, The Multiplex Association of India (MAI) ny, heartwarming moments—like the coach strug-
which has quickly become the talk of the town publicly thanked Khan, calling the move a “signif- gling to explain the importance of jerseys to his
since its release earlier this month. Composed by icant moment” for Indian cinema. “In a fragment- team—and profound commentary on acceptance,
the musical trio Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy and penned ed media landscape, this decision reaffirms the perseverance, and second chances.
by Amitabh Bhattacharya, the song captures both enduring power of the theatrical experience,” said The debutant actors portraying the team mem-
joy and resilience, with vocals from Shankar Ma- Kamal Gianchandani, MAI President. “Aamir has bers, most of whom are newcomers, bring authen-
hadevan, Siddharth Mahadevan, and Divya Kumar. always placed audiences above all else, and this re- ticity and charm to the screen. At the premiere,
The track blends humor, warmth, and moti- lease shows a deep commitment to shared, immer- their visible excitement and the reception they re-
vation as it follows Aamir Khan’s character—sen- sive storytelling.” ceived—particularly from SRK and Salman—was
tenced to community service after a drink-and- Devang Sampat, CEO of Cinepolis India, one of the evening’s most touching highlights.
drive offence—who ends up coaching a basketball echoed the sentiment: “This is not just a film—it’s Sitaare Zameen Par promises to be a cinemat-
team of intellectually disabled youth. The song’s a message of unwavering belief in the magic of the ic celebration—of difference, of unity, and of the
visuals, filled with fast-paced gameplay, emotion- big screen.” magic that only theatre screens can truly deliver.
al highs, and the evolving camaraderie between Hashtags like #ThankYouAamir and #Sita- With a powerful cast, a resonant message, and a
coach and team, have already sparked millions of areZameenPar have trended steadily on social me- soundtrack already winning hearts, Aamir Khan’s
views online. dia, with fans and film exhibitors celebrating the latest venture is not just a film; it’s a reminder of
The title track also introduces viewers to the return of community-driven moviegoing. what cinema can be when it chooses to uplift, in-
endearing chemistry between Aamir and Genelia Directed by Prasanna, Sitaare Zameen Par is a clude, and inspire.
Deshmukh, who plays his romantic counterpart in spiritual successor to the beloved Taare Zameen Par, And as the lights go down in theatres across
the film. Their moments on screen, underscored by but this time the focus is on inclusion through sport. the country, audiences will find themselves laugh-
music, offer both levity and tenderness. While the earlier film delved into the emotional ing, tearing up, and cheering for a team of unlikely
Perhaps the most distinctive element of Sitaare world of a dyslexic child, this story follows a court-as- stars—sitaare, indeed, zameen par.

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