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- India Today
Aamir Khan on declining Rs 125 crore OTT deal: Was advised against it
Actor Aamir Khan recently spoke about his bold move where he went against industry norms and declined the offer of not selling subscription rights for 'Sitaare Zameen Par' before its theatrical release. Calling it a tough but deliberate choice, the actor-producer revealed he turned down a Rs 125 crore deal, prioritising the audience's verdict over guaranteed an exclusive conversation with Business Today, the actor shared his views on the same and said, 'We did not sell the subscription model before the release. That was a tough and big decision. And so we did. We didn't have any safety net. So I believe that at the end of the day, it is the audience that decides how much they love the film. And any film works on word of mouth when people love the film. So it's important for me that when I come out of the film, I want to know what all the people think about it. With 'Sitaare Zameen Par', the theatrical audience has told us that they really love the film. The film has done more than 250 crores worldwide. And it has received a lot of love.'advertisementHe added, 'That decision of saying no to Rs 125 crores was not an easy one. I will not deny that I was given a lot of advice against what I was doing. But I strongly felt that that's a model that I feel in the long run is not good for me. It doesn't work for me as a creative or as a business person. And I felt that rather than the Rs 125 crores of a pre-sale that I'm getting from a subscription platform, I would rather take the Rs 100 from each audience of mine. I want that Rs 100 of that audience to be more valuable to me.' The 60-year-old also spoke about how he wanted to use the digital space to promote young and independent filmmakers who struggle to find a theatrical release.'Sitaare Zameen Par' is directed by RS Prasanna, who had earlier directed 'Shubh Mangal Saavdhan'. The film's screenplay is written by Divy Nidhi Sharma. It is a remake of the 2018 Spanish sports drama 'Campeones'. The movie is co-produced by Khan, Aparna Purohit, B Shrinivas Rao and Ravi Bhagchandka.'Sitaare Zameen Par' was released in theatres on June 20, 2025.- EndsTrending Reel
Mint
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Is Aamir Khan making a film on the Meghalaya Murder Case? Actor responds
Bollywood actor Aamir Khan has publicly dismissed recent speculation that he is planning a film based on the high-profile Meghalaya murder case. In a candid interview with Bollywood Hungama, Khan addressed the circulating rumours head-on and clarified his stance on the matter. 'There is no truth to these reports,' the actor said firmly. 'I honestly don't know where these stories start.' The rumours had been steadily gaining traction, with various outlets suggesting that Khan was not only conceptualising a film inspired by the case but was also actively monitoring developments related to it. The buzz intensified after a Times Now report cited unnamed sources allegedly close to Khan, claiming, 'Aamir Khan is closely following the updates on the Meghalaya murder case. He has personally tracked and discussed with his close circle the updates on the details. There might be a development on the subject from his production too.' Despite the media speculation, Khan and his production house have made no official announcements linking them to the case or any project based on it. The lack of concrete confirmation did little to stop the rumour mill from spinning—until now. As it stands, Khan appears to have no involvement—creative or otherwise—with any film related to the Meghalaya murder case. His focus, for now, remains on upcoming projects that have been officially announced. Aamir Khan was last seen in 'Sitaare Zameen Par', which was an official remake of the 2018 Spanish film, 'Campeones'. It is also a spiritual sequel to 'Taare Zameen Par'. Directed by RS Prasanna, the film followed a suspended basketball coach who must serve community service by helping a team of players with disabilities prepare for a tournament.
Mint
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Sitaare Zameen Par Box Office Collection Day 27: Aamir Khan's film continues to see drop in earnings ahead of 5th week
Sitaare Zameen Par Box Office Collection Day 27: Bollywood actor Aamir Khan's film Sitaare Zameen Par is banking on the upcoming weekend, as its earnings have hit a new low in recent days. The film has been struggling ever since it hit the ₹ 160 crore mark in India. According to industry tracker Sacnilk, Sitaare Zameen Par earned ₹ 50 lakh on day 27. As per the website, the film saw a decline of about 37.50% in its earnings from the previous day. The total business made by the film is ₹ 162.50 crore. The earnings for Thursday are yet to be out. The film had an overall 9.19% occupancy on Thursday, while it had about 10.03% occupancy on Wednesday. On day 27, Sitaare Zameen Par's India Net Collection was ₹ 162.50 crore. While its Worldwide Collection ₹ 259 crore on the same day, the Overseas Collection ₹ 65 crore. Its India Gross Collection stood at ₹ 194 crore on day 27. Sitaare Zameen Par is directed by RS Prasanna. It also stars Genelia D'Souza. The film is the Bollywood remake of Woody Harrelson's Champions, which was inspired by the Spanish film Campeones. The film tells an inspiring story of a group of specially-abled individuals, coached by Aamir Khan's character for a basketball match. The film also stars ten neurodivergent actors in lead roles, marking their Bollywood debut. They were Aroush Datta as Satbir, Gopi Krishnan Varma as Guddu, Vedant Sharmaa as Bantu, Naman Misra as Hargovind, Rishi Shahani as Sharmaji, Rishabh Jain as Raju, Ashish Pendse as Sunil Gupta, Samvit Desai as Karim Qureshi, Simran Mangeshkar as Golu Khan, and Aayush Bhansali as Lotus. The film was released on 20 June and received a positive response from the viewers and critics. The film has emerged as the 5th most commercially successful film in Aamir's career so far, surpassing his previous films. The film has out-earned the actor's previous films, including Thugs Of Hindostan ( ₹ 145.55 crore), Ghajini ( ₹ 114 crore), Talaash ( ₹ 93.61 crore), Taare Zameen Par ( ₹ 62.95 crore) and Laal Singh Chaddha ( ₹ 61.12 crore).
The Hindu
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
AbilityFEST2025 draws to an emotional close with Sitaare Zameen Par
The air buzzed with anticipation, eyes on the entrance, waiting for the stars to arrive. But these are not your typical red carpet regulars – they were the young athletes from Sitare Zameen Par, the breakout hit that's taken the country by storm. Backed by Aamir Khan Productions, the film about neurodivergent children discovering their strength through sport (basketball here) has garnered a lot of love and affection from the audience and critics alike. The film is known to have opened up vital conversations about inclusion and ability, where the young cast now shines as a beacon of resilience and a new kind of heroism. Screened at PVR-INOX Sathyam Cinemas recently, Sitare Zameen Par was the final screening for AbilityFEST2025, presented by Ability Foundation. Present at the screening were the director, RS Prasanna, writer Divy Nidhi Sharma, and co-producer Aparna Purohit. In conversation with the festival chairperson, Revathy, Prasanna spoke about how this film was 'more than a movie,' that it 'goes beyond the constructs of a movie and goes to the heart'. The most poignant moment was when he asked the parents of the stars to stand up, addressing them as the 'real stars.' He spoke about how, because of them, the cast were already primed with talent, and the filmmakers merely 'did our bit, you know, like coaches do.' Adapted from a Spanish movie called Campeones, writer Divy Nidhi spoke of how the team tried to keep the emotional core of the original film intact, but also Indianise it for the audience. 'We are often asked how it was to work with these actors, and I would like to put it on record that this is the most focussed, most disciplined bunch we have ever worked with,' he further added. The event also saw the announcement of the winners of the '60 Seconds to Fame!' All-India one-minute film competition on disability. This year's theme, 'Through Your Lens: A Celebration of Disability Inclusion,' inspired a range of creative responses. The 17 shortlisted films were screened throughout the four-day festival from July 7 to 10. The best film was handed to The Menu by filmmaker Nikita Konari, which showed how braille menus can be introduced to make eateries more accessible.
Business Standard
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
India-Spain Cultural Exchange Highlights Disability Inclusion through Film and Dialogue
VMPL New Delhi [India], July 4: The Embassy of Spain to India, in collaboration with ETI Services and the Agatsu Foundation, hosted a landmark cultural event titled "Sitaare Zameen Par: India and Spain in Conversation on Inclusion through Disability-focused Cinema" at Siri Fort Auditorium, New Delhi. Anchored in the power of storytelling, the event brought together filmmakers, disability rights advocates, and cultural leaders from India and Spain to explore how cinema can advance empathy, dignity, and inclusion for persons with disabilities. The event opened with welcome remarks by Alfonso Herrero Corral, Counsellor at the Embassy of Spain, who emphasized the role of cultural diplomacy in amplifying the voices of persons with disabilities and the potential of cinema as a catalyst for social change. The opening session, "Our Journeys," featured a compelling conversation with disability rights activists who reflected on their lived experiences and the challenges and transformations that shaped their advocacy. Moderated by Ira Khan, Founder and Director of the Agatsu Foundation, the panel included Sushama Nagarkar, Parag Namdeo, Divyanshu Ganatra, and Danish Mahajan. Their dialogue illuminated the systemic barriers faced by persons with disabilities and called for more inclusive, accessible, and affirming spaces--both on and off screen. Summarizing the conversations in the panel, Ira added, "Disability isn't an inability -- and it certainly isn't charity. What we heard today wasn't about exceptionalism, but about the right to live, work, and create with dignity. It's time we moved beyond tokenism, beyond pity, and started treating persons with disabilities as equals -- not someday, but now". This was followed by an address by H.E. Juan Antonio March Pujol, Ambassador of Spain to India, who reaffirmed Spain's commitment to advancing disability inclusion and strengthening cultural collaboration with India. In his remarks, he highlighted the shared responsibility of nations to ensure that no one is left behind in narratives of progress, especially in the arts and public life. On the transformative potential of art to bring about impact, the Ambassador remarked, "What cinema can do -- in a way that policy or programming sometimes cannot -- is shift imagination. It shows us what is possible, helps us see each other more fully, and reminds us that dignity must never be optional.". The second half of the event featured a dialogue on inclusion through movies, bringing together the cast and creators behind Sitaare Zameen Par and Spain's celebrated film Campeones. The panel included Aamir Khan (Actor and Producer, joining virtually), Jesus Vidal (Actor, Campeones, joining virtually), Aparna Purohit (CEO, Aamir Khan Productions), R.S. Prasanna (Director), and Divy Nidhi Sharma (Writer), and was moderated by Sukriti Chauhan, CEO of ETI Services. The conversation explored the ethics and impact of representation, the responsibilities of filmmakers, and the personal journeys behind both films. Speaking from his experience as a filmmaker, producer and actor, Aamir Khan remarked, "I have a dream -- that one day, there will be no segregation. We're so quick to judge, but often it's those we label as 'different' who show us the greatest empathy, warmth, and humanity. Inclusion means we stop creating separate spaces -- and start creating shared ones". Addressing the importance of gatherings like these, R.S Prasanna said, ""We need to create cinema that leaves a mark beyond the box office. If even one heart shifts because of a story we've told, that's enough. And today, more than ever, I believe we're ready to come together -- in theatres and in spirit -- to celebrate that kind of change." Drawing from the multiple perspectives from the panel, Sukriti remarked, "Representation is not just about being seen -- it's about being understood. This conversation reminded us that inclusion isn't decorative. It is foundational to meaningful future developments." The day concluded with a special screening of Sitaare Zameen Par, a film that resonated with audiences for its sensitive and transformative portrayal of childhood, disability, neurodivergence and the need for compassionate social systems, serving as a cinematic anchor for the day's conversations. As the host for the day, Stephy Stephen, Senior Research Analyst at ETI Services, guided the flow of the event throughout the day. This cultural exchange between India and Spain reinforces the belief that inclusive storytelling is not only about visibility, but about justice -- and when lived experiences meet the lens of cinema, they build bridges across borders and bring marginalised voices to the center of public discourse. (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by VMPL. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same)
