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News18
01-08-2025
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Aamir Khan To Return To Iconic Lagaan Village For THIS Special Reason
Last Updated: Aamir Khan returns to the iconic Lagaan village near Bhuj for a special screening of Sitaare Zameen Par, now streaming on YouTube via his channel. Aamir Khan's Lagaan is one of his most loved films to date, and now the actor is returning to a village near Bhuj, the place where he shot the Oscar-nominated film over two decades ago. This time, the actor returns for a special screening of his latest blockbuster Sitaare Zameen Par, bringing with him not just nostalgia, but also a new wave of storytelling. The screening is part of a heartfelt initiative by Khan to bring cinema closer to the people. The film, which has already earned widespread praise across India, is now available for audiences on YouTube under a pay-per-view model. Proudly referring to the platform as 'Janta Ka Theatre," Khan emphasises the democratisation of film access, particularly for audiences in rural and remote regions. About Sitaare Zameen Par Aamir Khan Productions has proudly presented 10 rising stars: Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran Mangeshkar. Directed by R. S. Prasanna, who previously helmed the barrier-breaking blockbuster Shubh Mangal Saavdhan, he now returns with his biggest collaboration yet, Sitaare Zameen Par under Aamir Khan Productions. Made under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions, Sitaare Zameen Par stars Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh in lead roles, along with 10 rising stars. The lyrics are penned by Amitabh Bhattacharya, and the music is composed by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy. The screenplay is written by Divy Nidhi Sharma. The film is produced by Aamir Khan and Aparna Purohit, with B. Shrinivas Rao and Ravi Bhagchandka as producers. Directed by R. S. Prasanna, the film was released in theatres on June 20, 2025. Aamir Khan and his team launched a new YouTube channel a few months ago named Aamir Khan Talkies. Recently, at a special event, the actor revealed that he named the channel Aamir Khan Talkies because he always intended to release his films on the platform. 'This was the reason why I did not give away the rights of my film Sitaare Zameen Par, as this plan was already in motion. Our plan is to release every film under the Aamir Khan Productions banner on YouTube, after they complete their theatrical run. Each movie will be available at a minimal cost of ₹100," said Aamir, while speaking about his channel, which already has over three lakh subscribers. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India Today
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- 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
India Today
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par to release on YouTube at Rs 100 per view
After previously dismissing the possibility of an OTT release for 'Sitaare Zameen Par', Aamir Khan has now officially embraced the digital route. On Tuesday, the actor announced that the RS Prasanna-directorial will stream on YouTube as a pay-per-view August 1, the film will be available on Aamir's official YouTube channel, Aamir Khan Talkies: Janta Ka Theatre, at a viewing price of Rs the media, Aamir spoke about the evolving role of digital platforms and the convenience of electronic payments. He emphasised that theatrical releases will remain the priority, with films arriving on YouTube only after their cinema run. The goal, he said, is to empower filmmakers to make smarter creative and financial decisions. 'It's a win-win for both filmmakers and audiences,' he shared. Interestingly, back in March - months ahead of the film's release - rumours swirled about Aamir taking the YouTube route for its digital premiere. At the time, however, he had denied those reports, maintaining that the film would release exclusively in theatres.'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
News18
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Aamir Khan Reveals Farhan Akhtar Was First Choice For Sitaare Zameen Par: 'I Was Broken...'
Last Updated: Aamir Khan reveals Farhan Akhtar was the original choice for Sitaare Zameen Par. Discover why Aamir eventually decided to play the lead and how he changed his mind. Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par has not only become a box office juggernaut but also the most loved film of 2025, tugging at heartstrings with its inspiring narrative, emotional depth, and standout performances. As a spiritual sequel to Taare Zameen Par, the film introduced a fresh wave of talent, with 10 young debutants making their cinematic debut under the Aamir Khan Productions banner. Aamir, who played a basketball coach in the movie, earned widespread acclaim for his heartfelt portrayal. However, in a candid revelation during a recent interview, Aamir shared that he wasn't initially supposed to star in the film. In fact, the first choice for the role was filmmaker-actor Farhan Akhtar. 'Farhan was supposed to do it actually. What happened was that when Laal Singh Chaddha didn't do well, I was emotionally upset, I was broken, actually. So I thought I needed a break, I would take a break and not do a film for a while," Aamir admitted. At the time, Aamir had decided to limit his involvement to producing the film, entrusting the direction to R. S. Prasanna. But as the script readings progressed and the team refined the screenplay, Aamir found himself repeatedly struck by the strength of the story. 'This script is so good, why is he not acting in it?" he recalled thinking — and eventually, he stepped in front of the camera once again. Directed by R. S. Prasanna, known for his socially conscious blockbuster Shubh Mangal Saavdhan, Sitaare Zameen Par continues his collaboration with Aamir Khan Productions in what is now regarded as one of the banner's most poignant works. The film also stars Genelia Deshmukh in a lead role alongside the ensemble of debutants: Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran Mangeshkar. With lyrics by Amitabh Bhattacharya and music composed by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, the film's soundtrack has struck a deep chord with audiences, complementing the emotional highs and lows of the story. The screenplay was penned by Divy Nidhi Sharma, and the film was produced by Aamir Khan and Aparna Purohit, along with Ravi Bhagchandka. Released in theatres on June 20, 2025, Sitaare Zameen Par continues to shine — both for its heartfelt storytelling and for the touching behind-the-scenes stories that shaped its journey to the big screen. First Published: July 21, 2025, 18:51 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India Today
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
7 critically acclaimed films of Bhumi Pednekar
7 critically acclaimed films of Bhumi Pednekar July 18, 2025 Bhumi Pednekar is known for many Bollywood hits. She is often praised for the portrayal of Indian women in a subtle, natural way in challenging roles, breaking social norms. This film is about a school dropout, Prem, who unwillingly marries an overweight girl, Sandhya. However, their relationship gets stronger when they participate in a race. Dum laga ke Haisha (2015) This film revolves around Mudit and Sugandha, who are about to get married when they discover the man's struggle with erectile dysfunction. Shubh Mangal Saavdhan (2017) Credit: IMDb This film is about a true story of a couple whose marriage almost falls apart when the wife refuses to go back to her husband's house because it has no toilet. Toilet: Ek Prem Katha (2017) It is a biopic based on the life of two real-life shooters, Chandro and Prakashi, in their 60s. They accidentally discover their shooting skills and win many competitions. This role shows Bhumi's versatility as an actor. Saand Ki Aankh (2019) It is a dacoit drama, set in the Chambal Valley. The film explores the themes of the caste system, sufferings and redemption. Bhumi plays the role of resilient a woman in the film. Sonchiriya (2019) This story is about a gay man, Shardul, and a lesbian woman, Suman, who decide to get married to appease their families. But their lives get complex when Suman's girlfriend moves in with them. Badhaai Do (2022) In this film, Bhumi plays the role of a journalist, Vaishail, who uncovers a dark secret about a shelter home in Bihar, where young girls are abused. Bhakshak (2024)
