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Time of India
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Sitaare Zameen Par' box office collection day 8: Aamir Khan's film mints over Rs 94 crore in a week; surpasses Akshay Kumar's ‘Kesari Chapter 2' lifetime collection
Aamir Khan has proved once again why he's called Mr Perfectionist. His new film 'Sitaare Zameen Par' has worked wonders at the box office. The film has collected over Rs 94 crore in eight days. Aamir's bold move pays off? Aamir took a big risk by releasing 'Sitaare Zameen Par' only in cinemas, with no OTT plan. This gamble seems to have paid off. The film opened well and kept pulling people to theatres all week. Strong numbers in the first week According to Sacnilk, 'Sitaare Zameen Par' collected Rs 94.95 crore in its first week. Here's how it did each day: Friday: Rs 10.7 crore Saturday: Rs 20.2 crore Sunday: Rs 27.25 crore Monday: Rs 8.5 crore Tuesday: Rs 8.5 crore Wednesday: Rs 7.25 crore Thursday: Rs 6.5 crore In its first seven days, it made Rs 88.9 crore. On the next Friday (day 8), it added another Rs 6.75 crore, as per early estimates by Sacnilk, taking the total to Rs 94.65 crore. Leaves ' Kesari Chapter 2 ' behind This is a big win for Aamir. His film has surpassed Akshay Kumar 's 'Kesari Chapter 2', which had a lifetime India total of Rs 92.53 crore. Now faces new films at the box office But it's not all smooth sailing. The film is now up against new releases. Kajol's horror film 'Maa', Vishnu Manchu's 'Kannappa', and Brad Pitt's 'F1: The Movie' have also hit cinemas. Because of this, the film's numbers can be see a drop. Still, the film is expected to cross Rs 100 crore by the end of its second weekend. What is the film about? In 'Sitaare Zameen Par', Aamir Khan plays a basketball coach who trains a team of players with special needs. The film also stars Genelia D'Souza. It introduces ten fresh faces on screen, Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran Mangeshkar.
India Gazette
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India Gazette
Aamir Khan attends screening of 'Sitaare Zameen Par' with Shashi Tharoor in Delhi, says
New Delhi [India], June 27 (ANI): Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, along with Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, attended the special screening of the film 'Sitaare Zameen Par' here at a multiplex in Delhi's Chanakyapuri on Friday. Speaking to the media after the screening, Aamir Khan said, 'All of us are delighted. This film, which we have made with so much love, is touching the hearts of people so deeply, and people are liking it so much. What happens is that when we make a film, then until it is not released, it is ours. Once released, then it belongs to the audience and the audience takes the film where they want to.. So whatever movie it is, it belongs to all of you. Thank You So Much.' He added that President Droupadi Murmu also praised the film, and it was a moment of pride for the entire cast and crew. 'It was a moment of great pride for all of us when we went to Rashtrapati Bhavan and President Sahiba watched the movie. She liked it very much and also praised the work of the children. We are very happy.' 'Shashi's (Tharoor) eyes are still wet after watching the movie... Forget about the earnings (of the movie), it should make the heart happy,' Aamir added. Congress MP Shashi Tharoor shared, 'It is an emotional and heartwarming movie. It teaches a lot. All of Amir's performances are great, so I expected nothing less. His acting was first-class in the movie... I liked the story as well. It was well-written. Anyone who watches this movie will not only enjoy it but also learn a lot.' He added, 'Many ambassadors who attended the screening expressed their happiness at being there to watch the film... A Lok Sabha staff member was here with his physically challenged daughter. Looking at her smile while watching the movie made him (Amir Khan) tear up.' Aamir's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' has been released in theatres on June 20.'Sitaare Zameen Par', a sequel to the blockbuster movie 'Taare Zameen Par', that features the challenges faced by intellectually disabled people as they step up to prove themselves in a basketball competition. As per the trailer released by the makers last month, Aamir Khan plays the role of a Basketball coach who has been punished by the court to coach the basketball team of intellectually disabled people for what appears to be a drink and drive case. In the three-minute and twenty-nine-second trailer, Aamir Khan is seen teaching basketball to people with intellectual disabilities to compete in a national tournament. In one of the funny scenes, Aamir is seen arguing with one of the intellectually disabled men as he explains to them about the significance of a jersey in a basketball match. The trailer was filled with love, laughter and happiness as Aamir tackles the problems of his life while coaching the basketball team. The film is directed by Prasanna. (ANI)
Indian Express
5 hours ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Delhi Confidential: Starry Affair
Senior Congress leader and MP Shashi Tharoor on Friday organised a special screening of the Aamir Khan-starrer Sitaare Zameen Par at a Delhi multiplex. Aamir, present at the screening, took questions from audience members about the film's message. Sitaare Zameen Par is the story of a basketball coach, played by Aamir, trying to teach the sport to a group of neurodivergent individuals. Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan 'Lalan' Singh, who heads both the Ministry of Panchayati Raj and the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, has delegated several responsibilities to his junior ministers over the last year. Most recently, his deputy, S P Singh Baghel, chaired a meeting of the consultative committee associated with the Ministry of Panchayati Raj. The June 23 meeting was attended by 10 MPs and focused on ending proxy representation. The consultative committee meeting of the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, which was chaired by Lalan Singh last month, saw the participation of three MPs. The delegation led by Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri to Ireland, to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Air India Flight 182 bombing, has received much praise within the BJP for delivering on a tight deadline. The group, which included the party's Sikh faces from five states and National General Secretary Tarun Chugh, was formed and dispatched within 48 hours. One of its members, who was in Europe, flew back to New Delhi to complete the requisite paperwork before boarding the flight as per the schedule.
Time of India
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Aamir Khan on collaborating with Allu Arjun: ‘We're fond of each other, catch up whenever possible'
Aamir Khan , fondly known as Mr. Perfectionist, is riding high on the success of his latest blockbuster Sitaare Zameen Par. The emotional drama has struck a chord with audiences across the country, earning praise for its heartfelt storytelling and performances. In a recent interview, the superstar addressed the buzz around a possible collaboration with Telugu superstar Allu Arjun . Aamir reacts to viral photo with Allu Arjun During his conversation with Pinkvilla, Aamir was shown a couple of his old and recent photos, including one with Allu Arjun that recently went viral. The newer picture, as Aamir confirmed, was taken just last month. He seemed surprised to learn that it had sparked rumours of a potential film together. 'Arjun is someone I have high regard and respect for. He is an amazing actor, and we are both fond of each other,' Aamir said. 'Whenever we get a chance to catch up, whether I am there in his town or he is in Mumbai, we try and catch up.' Throwback to Ghajini days and Allu Arjun's family connection Looking at an old photo of himself with Allu Arjun, Aamir fondly recalled their first meeting, which happened back in 2008 during the shoot of Ghajini. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Affordable Bedroom Furniture with Designer Looks SearchMore Learn More Undo 'Ghajini was produced by Arjun's father, Allu Aravind ,' he said. 'So I'd met Arjun that time.' Directed by A.R. Murugadoss, Ghajini went on to become a milestone in Aamir's career, with his intense transformation and performance leaving a lasting impression on audiences. Madhavan Breaks Silence On De-Ageing Rumours | Takes A Dig At Aamir Khan & Salman Khan? Sitaare Zameen Par continues to shine Speaking about his current hit Sitaare Zameen Par, Aamir expressed gratitude for the love the film has received. Directed by R.S. Prasanna and co-produced by Aamir, Aparna Purohit, and Ravi Bhagchandka, the film explores themes of inclusion, learning disabilities, and inspiration, resonating with viewers of all ages. The film's critical acclaim and box-office success have reaffirmed Aamir's ability to back stories that matter while entertaining the masses. As for the much-talked-about collaboration with Allu Arjun, while nothing is officially on the cards yet, fans will no doubt keep their hopes alive as the mutual admiration between the two stars continues to grow.
Pink Villa
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
EXCLUSIVE: Aamir Khan breaks silence on collaboration with Allu Arjun, 'I have high regard for him, he is amazing'
Aamir Khan, aka Mr. Perfectionist, has been winning hearts on screens yet again with his recent blockbuster Sitaare Zameena Par. The movie has touched a million hearts and has been receiving positive responses from the audience. Recently, in a long conversation with Pinkvilla, Aamir Khan spoke in detail about his journey and a lot more. He even talked about his upcoming projects and addressed speculations about collaborating with Allu Arjun. Will Aamir Khan and Allu Arjun collaborate? During an exclusive conversation with Pinkvilla, Aamir Khan was shown some of his old pictures, and after looking at them, the actor reminisced about his memories behind the images. When the actor was shown his new picture and old picture with Allu Arjun, Aamir was surprised to see them. Speaking about the new photo, Khan revealed that it was clicked last month. When Aamir was informed that their new picture sparked speculation of their collaboration on the internet, the actor revealed that they frequently meet whenever they are in each other's cities. Watch Aamir Khan's exclusive interview with Pinkvilla here- Aamir Khan said, "Arjun is someone I have high regard and respect for. He is an amazing actor, and we are both fond of each other. Whenever we get a chance to catch up, whether I am there in his town or he is in Mumbai, we try and catch up." Revisiting the old picture, the actor said that it was clicked during the Ghajini shoot. Sharing more insight, Aamir recalled, "Ghajini was produced by Arjun's father. Allu Aravind. So I'd met Arjun that time." Ghajini was released in 2008 and starred Aamir Khan and Asin in lead roles. The movie was directed by A R Murugadoss. It was one of the biggest hits of Khan's career. In the same interview, Aamir Khan also spoke about his new film, Sitaare Zameen Par and its success. Directed by RS Prasanna, Sitaare Zameen Par is produced by Aamir alongside Aparna Purohit and Ravi Bhagchandka.
