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Aamir Khan Joins Special Olympics Bharat For 'Sitaare Zameen Par' Screening
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Special Olympics Bharat hosted a screening of 'Sitaare Zameen Par', attended by Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh.
Special Olympics Bharat hosted a special screening of the film 'Sitaare Zameen Par,' reaffirming its commitment to promoting inclusion and celebrating the abilities of individuals with intellectual disabilities.
The event was graced by the presence of the movie's producer and lead actor Aamir Khan, lead actress Genelia Deshmukh, director RS Prasanna, and other co-stars.
After the screening, Aamir Khan spent valuable time interacting with the athletes. The movie aims to promote the inclusion of individuals with intellectual disabilities in the world of sports, resonating with the historic performances delivered by SO Bharat athletes at the World Games in recent years.
Normal is different for every person — and that's what makes it beautiful. 🌟A special screening of Sitaare Zameen Par brought Aamir Khan, Genelia Deshmukh, Director R. S. Prasanna and the cast closer to our athletes, reminding us that every star shines in its own way. 💙✨
— Special Olympics Bharat (@SOlympicsBharat) June 24, 2025
Dr Mallika Nadda, president of Special Olympics Bharat, highlighted the importance of such events in fostering a more inclusive society and said, 'The screening of 'Sitaare Zameen Par' is more than just watching a film; it is an experience that reinforces our belief in the boundless capabilities of our Special Olympics Bharat athletes."
'Aamir Khan's presence and his heartfelt interaction with our children further amplify this message, inspiring not only our athletes but also the wider community to embrace diversity and celebrate every talent," she added.
The event created an atmosphere of warmth, acceptance, and motivation, reinforcing Special Olympics Bharat's ongoing efforts to integrate individuals with intellectual disabilities into mainstream society through sports, education, and community engagement.
An official remake of the 2018 Spanish film 'Champions,' 'Sitaare Zameen Par' was released in cinema halls on June 20.
On International Olympic Day, Special Olympics Bharat, in collaboration with the BVL Brahmaputra Volleyball League, held a special training session for athletes with disabilities at Mrinal Jyoti Rehabilitation Centre.
Sitaare Zameen Par Box Office Collection
Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par is making the right moves at the box office. After its theatrical release last Friday, the film has managed to cross the Rs 66 crore mark in just four days, overtaking the India haul of Aamir's last film, Laal Singh Chaddha (Rs 61.36 crore).
On Sunday alone, it collected Rs 27.25 crore. However, as per Sacnilk, the film witnessed a drop on Monday, earning only Rs 8.27 crore. Despite the dip, the total India earnings now stand at Rs 66.42 crore.
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June 24, 2025, 16:13 IST
