By Krishna Dua 
⭐ Sitaare Zameen Par Day 1 Advance Box Office Report: Aamir Khan’s Film Opens at ₹3.61 Crore
Bollywood star Aamir Khan is back on the big screen with his new movie Sitaare Zameen Par. The film had a good start at the box office. Early estimates show it made ₹3.61 crore on its first day in India. This amount may not be a record for a star like Aamir Khan. However, experts think the film’s emotional story and positive word of mouth will help it grow. They expect more families to see it over the weekend.
🎥 The Film: A Spiritual Successor to Taare Zameen Par
Sitaare Zameen Par is not a direct sequel but a spiritual follow-up to the iconic 2007 film Taare Zameen Par, which also starred and was directed by Aamir Khan. While the earlier film focused on a child’s learning disability and emotional trauma, Sitaare Zameen Par takes a different tone—focusing on a group of children who overcome obstacles through sports and teamwork. Aamir Khan plays a coach-mentor figure, and once again delivers a performance that balances heart and depth. This emotional storytelling, targeted toward family audiences, is a key reason many are watching closely to see how the film performs throughout the weekend.
📈 Box Office Opening: A Decent Start
Opening at ₹3.61 crore, Sitaare Zameen Par is seeing moderate occupancy in metro cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengaluru, especially in the afternoon and evening shows. Morning shows started slowly, but footfalls picked up later in the day. The film has received a better response in multiplexes than single screens, reflecting the urban family-oriented appeal. Trade experts say this Day 1 performance is satisfactory considering the genre, limited promotions, and the post-exam season affecting school-going viewers. The real test for the movie will be Saturday and Sunday, where collections are expected to show a 25–35% growth if word of mouth holds strong.
🌐 Overseas Market and Advance Booking
In international markets, particularly UAE and North America, Sitaare Zameen Par has opened in a limited number of screens but is performing steadily. Advance bookings across Indian cities were moderate, with family audiences making up the majority of buyers. The film also saw group bookings by schools and NGOs, drawn by its positive messaging and Aamir Khan’s reputation for socially conscious cinema. With decent online ratings and early reviews praising its emotional tone, the film has the potential to show solid legs through the week.
👨👩👧👦 Family Appeal & Weekend Expectations
What works strongly in Sitaare Zameen Par’s favor is its family appeal. With very few clean, emotional, and motivational films in recent Bollywood rosters, this Aamir Khan starrer fills that gap. Parents with children, educators, and even younger teens are among its primary audience. The emotional content and inspiring story could boost repeat viewership—a trend that helped previous Aamir films like Dangal and PK. If the film can maintain strong occupancy over the weekend, it might cross ₹12–13 crore by Sunday night.
🎭 Aamir Khan’s Box Office Comeback?
After the underperformance of Laal Singh Chaddha, this film marks Aamir Khan’s big return to mainstream Bollywood. While the opening isn’t blockbuster-level, it signals a cautious comeback. The actor-producer has chosen a socially resonant subject once again, banking on emotion rather than star power alone. This might not shatter records on Day 1, but it’s a long-run film—depending more on sentiment than sensationalism. Trade analysts note that if Monday collections hold steady, Sitaare Zameen Par could have a respectable 2nd and 3rd week run.
🗣️ Audience Reaction and Social Buzz
Initial viewer feedback on social media is largely positive, with many praising Aamir’s restrained performance and the film’s touching climax. Hashtags like #SitaareZameenPar and #AamirKhan are trending on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram Reels, where fan pages and moviegoers are sharing tearjerking moments from the film. The movie’s soundtrack has also started gaining popularity, particularly the song “Udaan Ban Gaye” which is being hailed as the emotional anthem of the film.
🎬 Final Word: A Promising Journey Ahead
Sitaare Zameen Par may not have opened with fireworks, but its message, intent, and clean storytelling may turn it into a sleeper hit. With ₹3.61 crore on Day 1, the road ahead looks promising if the film continues to find love from families and students alike. Aamir Khan’s belief in content over commercialism may once again pay off—slowly but surely.