‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ Box Office Day 17: Aamir Khan-Genelia D’Souza Starrer Nears ₹150 Crore Mark
‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ nears ₹150 crore at the Indian box office after a strong third weekend, earning ₹6.25 Cr on Sunday despite fresh competition.
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Aamir Khan and Genelia D’Souza's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' Nears ₹150 Crore Mark
Mumbai, Maharashtra – Aamir Khan and Genelia D’Souza's inspiring sports drama, Sitaare Zameen Par, continues its stellar performance at the box office. On its third Sunday (Day 17), the film garnered an impressive ₹6.25 crore, pushing its total domestic collection to ₹148.80 crore. With its third weekend now complete, the film is on the verge of crossing the significant ₹150 crore milestone.
Sustained Momentum Amidst Competition
Despite facing fierce competition from new Bollywood releases and international films, Sitaare Zameen Par held strong throughout the weekend. The film saw a remarkable surge on its third Saturday, with collections soaring by over 90% compared to Friday. This upward trend continued into Sunday, largely thanks to high audience turnout for evening shows.
Box Office Journey: A Detailed Look
Here's a breakdown of the film's impressive run so far:
Week 1: ₹88.90 crore
- Day 1 (Fri): ₹10.7 Cr
- Day 2 (Sat): ₹20.2 Cr
- Day 3 (Sun): ₹27.25 Cr
- Day 4 (Mon): ₹8.5 Cr
- Day 5 (Tue): ₹8.5 Cr
- Day 6 (Wed): ₹7.25 Cr
- Day 7 (Thu): ₹6.5 Cr
Week 2: ₹46.5 crore
- Day 8: ₹6.65 Cr
- Day 9: ₹12.6 Cr
- Day 10: ₹14.5 Cr
- Day 11: ₹3.75 Cr
- Day 12: ₹3.75 Cr
- Day 13: ₹2.75 Cr
- Day 14: ₹2.5 Cr
Week 3 (so far): ₹13.4 crore
- Day 15 (Fri): ₹2.4 Cr
- Day 16 (Sat): ₹4.75 Cr
- Day 17 (Sun): ₹6.25 Cr
Total Grand Collection: ₹148.80 crore
Occupancy Insights (Day 17)
On Sunday, the film registered a strong 37.10% overall occupancy. Morning shows started with 23.03% turnout, climbing to 40.62% in the afternoon, and peaking at 55.74% in the evening. Night shows saw a slight dip to 28.99%.
About the Film
Directed by R.S. Prasanna, Sitaare Zameen Par tells the heartwarming story of a hot-headed basketball coach, played by Aamir Khan, who is sentenced to community service. His task: to train a team of neurodivergent athletes. What begins as a punishment evolves into a transformative experience for everyone involved.
Genelia D’Souza stars alongside Aamir, and the film introduces ten talented debut actors: Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Samvit Desai, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran Mangeshkar.
Critical Acclaim
The film earned a 3-star rating from The Times of India, earning praise for its sensitive portrayal of intellectual disabilities (ID) and its powerful message of inclusivity. Critics highlighted how characters are defined by their unique personalities rather than their diagnoses, creating an empathetic and educational viewing experience.
Verdict
With its touching narrative, compelling performances, and strong word-of-mouth, Sitaare Zameen Par has clearly resonated with Indian audiences. As it edges closer to the ₹150 crore mark, the film firmly establishes itself as one of the most successful family dramas of the year.
