Stellar Box Office Run for Sitaare Zameen Par
Straight out of the gate, Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par delivered the kind of numbers that get the whole industry talking. After a solid start, the film didn’t just hold steady—it exploded on its second day, pulling in ₹21.5 crore net across India. Add Friday’s earnings, and the domestic tally sits at an impressive ₹30.9 crore in just 48 hours. The multilingual release in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu seems to have paid off, pulling in fans from every corner.
It’s not just India where the momentum is rolling. The movie’s growing buzz crossed borders, collecting ₹13 crore in overseas markets on day two alone. That puts the worldwide total at ₹55 crore—a figure even bigger-budget films sometimes struggle to reach in their opening weekend. Comparisons are inevitable: Akshay Kumar’s Kesari Chapter 2 made ₹30 crore in the same window, while Kangana Ranaut’s Emergency crawled to ₹23.75 crore for its entire theatrical run. Aamir’s latest is already outpacing both. The next target? Shahid Kapoor’s Deva, which capped out just above ₹55 crore worldwide. With Sunday still ahead, expectations are high for another major leap in collections.
Why Audiences Are Flocking to Sitaare Zameen Par
This isn’t just a numbers story—audiences and celebrities have plenty to say about what's clicking with Sitaare Zameen Par. Social media has been buzzing with praise, none brighter than Riteish Deshmukh's public support for his wife, Genelia D’Souza, who stars opposite Aamir. His family post capturing Genelia’s triumph quickly went viral. Industry veterans like Suniel Shetty and Bhagyashree chimed in as well, joining the chorus of support for the film’s lead duo and their warm on-screen chemistry.
The magic behind all this box office love? The story, for starters. Directed by Aroush Datta, the film steps into less-charted territory: a sports comedy-drama about a fallen basketball coach searching for redemption by mentoring neurodivergent players. This is hardly your average Bollywood masala but a genuine attempt at representation and empathy. Alongside the proven leads, newbies like Vedant Sharmaa and Naman Misra step up in breakout roles, bringing the film’s underdog team to life. Audiences in night shows have turned up in droves, with 56.71% seat occupancy—a strong sign that word-of-mouth is working its magic.
Sports dramas often win big in Indian cinema, but Sitaare Zameen Par stands out by taking risks with both cast and story. The debutants find room to shine, while Aamir and Genelia anchor the film with their easy chemistry and presence. The result so far? Packed screens, buzzing social feeds, and a box office tally that could soon break past the next major milestone. Stay tuned—this ride isn’t slowing down yet.
