With just days to go before Sitaare Zameen Par hits theatres, anticipation is building around Aamir Khan’s emotional sports drama. Centered on a former basketball coach mentoring a group of neurodivergent children, the film has already begun drawing attention—not just for its subject, but also for the early praise it’s receiving from some of the most respected voices in the country. Among them is cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, whose glowing review after a private screening has added momentum to the film’s buzz.In a previous interview with Just Too Filmy, Aamir revealed that Anjali Tendulkar had personally called him to request an early screening of Sitaare Zameen Par, as she and Sachin might be travelling on the day of its release. Aamir, of course, made it happen. The couple watched the film alongside the entire cast, and after the screening, Sachin shared his thoughts—praising both the makers and the actors for delivering a touching and impactful story.Sachin was all praise for Sitaare Zameen Par after the special screening, describing it as a film that made him both laugh and cry alongside the team of young stars. He appreciated how the story highlighted the power of sports to teach valuable life lessons and bring people together. Tendulkar also applauded the performances and extended his best wishes to the cast and crew. Earlier, author and philanthropist Sudha Murthy had also shared her thoughts on the film, calling it an eye-opening and impactful story.Sudha Murthy also shared her appreciation for Sitaare Zameen Par, calling it a moving portrayal of children often misunderstood by society. She highlighted how the film gently reveals their sensitivity, pure-hearted nature, and the profound life lessons they offer through their unique perspective.With glowing praise from both Tendulkar and Murthy, Aamir Khan has found some much-needed encouragement. After reportedly turning down a hefty Rs 120 crore OTT deal and insisting on an exclusive theatrical release, Aamir is betting big on the film’s emotional connect. However, early signs at the box office remain modest, with advance bookings totaling just Rs 4.48 crore so far, including block seats, according to Sacnilk.Directed by RS Prasanna, Sitaare Zameen Par features a talented ensemble cast including Aamir Khan, Genelia Deshmukh, Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishnan Varma, Vedant Sharmaa, Naman Misra, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, and Ashish Pendse. The story has been written by Divy Sidhi Sharma, with production helmed by Aamir Khan and Aparna Purohit. The film’s music is composed by the acclaimed trio Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, with lyrics by Amitabh Bhattacharya.
