'Sitaare Zameen Par' YouTube release: Aamir Khan apologises for the glitch; promises to resolve on immediate basis
, the Bollywood perfectionist, made a masterstroke by rejecting all the OTT platforms and releasing his recent film 'Sitaare Zameen Par' on YouTube with a pay-per-view model. However, the option faced a glitch, which became a problem for the viewers trying to watch the film.
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apologises for the glitch
The platform said that 'Sitaare Zameen Par' could only be watched by Apple users for Rs. 179, creating an issue for users with other operating systems. However, Aamir Khan Productions clarified that there has been an issue, and they are working on resolving the glitch on an immediate basis. They shared an apology on various social media platforms.
'Our sincere apologies 🙏🏽 We just became aware that the cost to rent our film Sitaare Zameen Par is reflecting as ₹179 on Apple devices.
We are trying to resolve this issue as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience and understanding 🙏🏽,' the apology read on X.
About 'Sitaare Zameen Par'
'Sitaare Zameen Par' had a box office earnings of Rs. 267 crores across the globe, according to Sacnilk. Released on June 20, 2025, the film is an official remake of the 2018 Spanish hit 'Champions.' The story follows a basketball coach who is sentenced to community service for punching the head coach and drunk driving.
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He trains a team of young players with intellectual disabilities to compete in a national basketball tournament, learning valuable lessons throughout the journey.
'If Taare Zameen Par had the soul, Sitaare Zameen Par brings the spirit. It's a heartwarming family watch that blends comedy, compassion, and charm, and is definitely worth a trip to the theatre,' according to the ETimes review, with 3 ½ stars.
Aamir Khan's view on OTT platforms
With the move to releasing the film on a pay-per-view model, Aamir Khan started a conversation across the entertainment industry. He firmly claimed in a recent press conference that he doesn't need crores of rupees from the OTT platforms; instead, he would be happy to receive Rs. 100 from his audience.
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