Sitaare Zameen ParShines with Soul but Faces Box Office Hurdles
So let’s talk about Sitaare Zameen Par , Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh’s latest offering that’s been generating a lot of buzz lately. This isn’t just another Bollywood sports drama. It's got heart, it's got humor, and it’s bringing something fresh to the big screen. But while the film had a strong start and weekends continue to show promise, the weekday box office numbers are beginning to taper off. And that’s something worth unpacking.
Released on June 20, Sitaare Zameen Par
As of Day 26, the film has grossed ₹162 crore domestically. Pretty solid, right? But on the 26th day, it brought in just ₹80 lakh — a noticeable slowdown. Earlier in the week, Monday’s collection stood at only ₹41 lakh, an 86% plunge from its weekend numbers. Clearly, the weekdays are losing steam. However, the weekends are still bringing in decent footfall — with Saturday and Sunday raking in ₹2.5 crore and ₹2.85 crore respectively during the fourth weekend.
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Critics have mostly praised the film. The Times of India gave it a 3.5-star rating, highlighting the film’s emotional resonance, the endearing humor, and its avoidance of being overly preachy. A line from the film stands out: “Humaari kismat haathon pe nahi, chromosome pe likh ke aati hai.” It’s one of those powerful moments that sticks with you.
The film also deserves a special mention for casting ten first-time neurodivergent actors, each delivering raw and honest performances. That alone makes Sitaare Zameen Par stand out as more than just a movie — it’s a statement.
Interestingly, the movie was made on a budget of ₹80 crore and has already doubled that at the box office, which is a win in itself. Worldwide, it has pulled in nearly ₹246 crore — with a notable ₹54 crore coming from overseas. There’s also been talk about its OTT release — Aamir initially said no, but now there’s speculation that it might go the pay-per-view route on YouTube. That’s a bold and somewhat experimental move in today’s digital landscape.
So yes, while Sitaare Zameen Par may be slowing down in numbers, it’s still winning hearts. It may not reach the cult status of Taare Zameen Par , but it’s certainly carving out its own space with grace, heart, and purpose. If you haven’t seen it yet, it's worth watching — for the message, the performances, and the fact that it dares to be different.
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