Aamir Khan's Girlfriend Gauri Spratt Joins The Actor At Sitaare Zameen Par Screening
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Sitaare Zameen Par, starring Aamir Khan and Genelia D'Souza, will release in theatres on June 20.
Aamir Khan is gearing up for the release of his next film – Sitaare Zameen Par, releasing on June 20. He hosted a private screening last night, which was attended by his girlfriend Gauri Spratt among others.
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Aamir Khan greeted the paps graciously as he arrived for the screening of Siitaare Zameen Par. (Image: Viral Bhayani)
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