Aamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' Scores Big: Inspiring Drama Crosses ₹120 Crore in 10 Days

Aamir Khan's latest cinematic offering, "Sitaare Zameen Par," is not only captivating audiences but also achieving remarkable success at the box office. Released on June 20, 2025, this inspiring sports drama, skillfully directed by R.S. Prasanna, has garnered widespread acclaim from both critics and moviegoers. Within a mere ten days, the film has impressively exceeded the ₹120 crore milestone.

Stellar Performance on Day 10

According to early estimates from Sacnilk, "Sitaare Zameen Par" raked in ₹14.50 crore on its second Sunday, marking the tenth day of its release. This surge propelled the film's total earnings to a staggering ₹122.65 crore. This consistent upward trend indicates the profound connection audiences are forging with this poignant narrative.

Day-wise Box Office Collection Breakdown:

Here's a detailed look at the film's performance each day:

• Day 1 (Friday): ₹10.7 crore
• Day 2 (Saturday): ₹20.2 crore
• Day 3 (Sunday): ₹27.25 crore
• Day 4 (Monday): ₹8.5 crore
• Day 5 (Tuesday): ₹8.5 crore
• Day 6 (Wednesday): ₹7.25 crore
• Day 7 (Thursday): ₹6.5 crore

By the conclusion of its first week, the film had amassed a total of ₹88.9 crore.

The momentum continued into the second weekend:

• Day 8 (Friday): ₹6.65 crore
• Day 9 (Saturday): ₹12.6 crore
• Day 10 (Sunday): ₹14.50 crore

This culminated in a grand total of ₹122.65 crore.

Emotional Impact and Acclaim

The film has deeply moved prominent figures. Aamir Khan and Congress MP Shashi Tharoor recently attended a special screening of "Sitaare Zameen Par" in Delhi. Following the screening, Aamir expressed his delight, noting the film's profound impact on viewers. Tharoor, visibly moved, lauded the film as "an emotional and heartwarming movie" and commended Aamir’s "first-class" performance.

Presidential Appreciation

President Droupadi Murmu also had the opportunity to view "Sitaare Zameen Par" at a special screening held at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Aamir Khan, Genelia Deshmukh, along with the young stars of the film, were present. The film's team conveyed their gratitude on Instagram, expressing their honor at the President's appreciation of the film.

Aamir's Call for Diverse Film Support

In a recent interview, Aamir Khan emphasized the importance of audiences supporting a variety of films. He cautioned that an exclusive focus on action films would limit the diversity of stories being told.

Aamir stated, “People love stories. All kinds of stories... If you like all types of films and want to watch all types of films, go to theatres. Your support gives creators the freedom to tell diverse stories." He further articulated how audience choices directly influence the types of films produced, urging viewers to support unique narratives.

The Heart of the Story

"Sitaare Zameen Par" transcends the sports genre, presenting a touching narrative of a basketball coach, portrayed by Aamir Khan, who mentors a team of players with special needs. Genelia D’Souza co-stars in this heartwarming film, which also introduces a talented ensemble of new faces.