Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan has bounced back at the box office with his latest release Sitaare Zameen Par. The film, which has been receiving positive word of mouth, maintained its steady pace on Day 5 and has now overtaken the India box office collection of his previous film Laal Singh Chaddha.
Day 5 Box Office Collection:
According to early estimates, Sitaare Zameen Par collected approximately ₹8.2 crore on Day 5, bringing its total India collection to around ₹47.6 crore. The film has shown minimal drops during weekdays, indicating strong audience retention and repeat viewership.
Breakdown So Far:
Day 1 (Friday): ₹11.5 crore
Day 2 (Saturday): ₹12.7 crore
Day 3 (Sunday): ₹13.1 crore
Day 4 (Monday): ₹2.1 crore
Day 5 (Tuesday): ₹8.2 crore
Total (5 Days): ₹47.6 crore approx.
Beats Laal Singh Chaddha:
In a notable achievement, Sitaare Zameen Par has already surpassed the lifetime India collection of Laal Singh Chaddha, which wrapped up at just under ₹45 crore. Despite high expectations, Laal Singh Chaddha underperformed, making this comeback all the more significant for Aamir.
Audience & Critical Reception:
The film has been praised for its emotional storytelling, strong performances (especially by Aamir Khan and the child cast), and socially relevant themes. Family audiences and younger viewers have especially connected with the film’s message and narrative.
Outlook for the Week:
With no major competition at the box office until the weekend, Sitaare Zameen Par is expected to cross the ₹60 crore mark by the end of Week 1. If the momentum continues, it could emerge as one of the surprise hits of the year.
FAQ:
Q. Has Sitaare Zameen Par recovered its budget?
A. While the official budget is undisclosed, strong theatrical performance and digital rights sales have reportedly brought the film close to break-even already.
Q. How does this compare to Aamir Khan’s previous hits?
A. While not at the level of Dangal or PK, Sitaare Zameen Par is performing far better than Laal Singh Chaddha and shows promising long-term potential.
Q. Is the film likely to get a sequel or franchise treatment?
A. There is buzz about expanding the theme into a series, but no official confirmation yet.
published on 25th june
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