
Exhibitors Call Aamir Khan ‘Box Office Ka Baap' After Sitaare Zameen Par Triumph
Aamir Khan receives special recognition from exhibitors for Sitaare Zameen Par's theatrical success. The actor is hailed as the "Box Office Ka Baap" nationwide.
In an era dominated by direct-to-digital releases, Aamir Khan's heartfelt decision to bring Sitaare Zameen Par to cinemas has not only struck gold at the box office but also reaffirmed his title as the 'Box Office Ka Baap' among exhibitors across India. The actor-producer was recently honoured with a Special Recognition Award in a celebratory event hosted by multiplex owners and theatre exhibitors, acknowledging the film's exceptional theatrical run and emotional impact.
A spiritual sequel to the iconic Taare Zameen Par, the film blends warmth, laughter, and resilience through the lens of ten spirited debutants and has been lauded for reigniting the communal joy of cinema-going. With rave reviews from both critics and audiences, Sitaare Zameen Par has become one of the most loved releases of 2025.
The special evening saw Aamir Khan grace the occasion, receiving heartfelt appreciation and tokens of gratitude from cinema exhibitors. Videos and photos from the event flooded social media, capturing candid moments of Aamir sharing smiles, hugs, and gratitude with theatre owners who credited him for bringing families back to theatres. One exhibitor was even heard calling him 'Box Office Ka Baap" — a nod to Aamir's consistent power to draw audiences to theatres with meaningful stories.
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Backed by Aamir Khan Productions, Sitaare Zameen Par stars Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh, alongside ten fresh faces: 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, the film is produced by Aamir Khan and Aparna Purohit, with B. Shrinivas Rao and Ravi Bhagchandka also attached as producers. The music has been composed by the celebrated trio Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, with lyrics by Amitabh Bhattacharya and screenplay by Divy Nidhi Sharma.
Released on 20th June 2025, Sitaare Zameen Par continues to shine brightly in cinemas across the country — a reminder that some stories are best experienced on the big screen, together.
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July 05, 2025, 20:01 IST
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