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Multiplex owners call Aamir visionary for theatre-only release of Sitaare Zameen Par
Actor Aamir Khan's decision for the theatre-only release of 'Sitaare Zameen Par' was welcomed by multiplex owners. The Multiplex Association of India (MAI) praised the actor's vision and belief in the magic of Gianchandani of PVR-INOX, who is also the MAI President, shared the statement by the Multiplex Association on X. He captioned his post as, "Thank You Aamir Zameen Par".advertisementIn the joint statement, Gianchandani's quote read, "Aamir Khan has always been a filmmaker who puts the audience first. His decision to bring 'Sitaare Zameen Par' exclusively to cinemas is a significant show of confidence in theatres and the shared magic of the movie going experience."
The MAI president also called 'Sitaare Zameen Par' a "shining example of cinema's resilience and irreplaceable magic". "Indian exhibitors thank Aamir Khan for standing by theatres. As we continue to welcome audiences with renewed energy and world-class films, 'Sitaare Zammen Par' will remain a shining example of cinema's resilience and its irreplaceable magic," he the ongoing theatre vs OTT debate, Aamir's bold stance was also appreciated by Cinepolis India, CEO, Devang Sampat. While mentioning the actor's creative vision, Sampat stated, "Aamir Khan has always been a filmmaker who creates for the theatrical experience. His decision to back cinemas with 'Sitaare Zameen Par' is a significant moment for all of us."advertisement"It's not just a film release; it's a message of unwavering belief in theatres. We're incredibly grateful to Aamir Khan Productions for boldly standing by cinemas. 'Sitaare Zameen Par' is exactly the kind of film that brings people to theatres, thoughtful, moving, and made for a collective experience," he added.
The Multiplex Association of India thanked Aamir Khan for backing theatres. (Credit: X/MAofIndia)
'Sitaare Zameen Par' is Aamir's first release after 'Laal Singh Chaddha' (2022). He plays a basketball coach to a team of specially-abled children in the film. The film is directed by RS Prasanna and is a remake of the Spanish sports-drama 'Champions' (2018).Apart from Genelia Deshmukh, the film also marks the acting debut of Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran has co-produced the film with Aparna Purohit, B Srinivas Rao and Ravi Bhagchandka.'Sitaare Zameen Par' is scheduled for release on June 20, Watch